TKMS clinches record-breaking torpedo deal for Type 212CD submarines

December 22, 2025, by Fatima Bahtić

German shipbuilding giant TKMS and the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) have signed a framework agreement in Koblenz for the delivery of DM2A5 heavyweight torpedoes and associated equipment for the Type 212CD class submarines.

As disclosed, the contract covers the development, production, and delivery of the heavyweight torpedoes. The partners did not disclose the contract value and volume.

“This order is the largest torpedo order in our Group’s history to date. It is a strategic success for TKMS and the ATLAS ELEKTRONIK segment and underscores our leading role in the development and delivery of advanced underwater technology. The DM2A5 heavyweight torpedoes will significantly enhance the capabilities of the 212CD class submarines and make an important contribution to the security of Germany and its partners,” emphasized Michael Ozegowski, Executive Vice President of the ATLAS ELEKTRONIK segment.

The German-Norwegian submarine program is making a decisive contribution to strengthening Europe’s defense capabilities and the relationship between the two countries.

In December 2024, the German federal government voted by a majority to procure its four option boats. This increased the number of Type 212CD submarines ordered from TKMS for the German Navy from the original two to a total of six submarines.

With the recently announced Norwegian order extension for two submarines, the program has reached its planned maximum order volume of twelve submarines.

Norway moves to buy two more Type 212CD submarines

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The DM2A5 torpedo, which will be a part of the submarines, features a modular, battery-based electric propulsion system for high speed and long range with a low acoustic signature. Advanced digital sonar also enables deployment in multi-target scenarios and complex environments.

TKMS revealed that the next phase involves the possibility of expanding the program to include potentially twelve Canadian submarines. TKMS is working with its German and Norwegian partners in the ongoing competitive bidding process to achieve this.