Written questions

Astute Class Submarines: Procurement

2026-06-15 · Ministry of Defence · 10515 · Official question

James MacCleary

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when does he estimate HMS Agamenmnon will be fully operational.

Answer

HMS Agamemnon is in the final stages of commissioning, and we continue to work closely with industry partners to deliver the submarine by the end of 2026, at which point she is expected to depart Barrow and commence sea trials. For security reasons, we do...