TKMS, Heirloom Carbon Technologies, and thyssenkrupp Calvion have signed two Memorandums of Understanding to build a large‑scale Direct Air Capture hub in Alberta, creating low‑cost CO₂ removal, high‑value jobs and a strong export platform for Canadian clean‑tech companies. The project combines Heirloom’s mineral‑based Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology with thyssenkrupp Calvion’s engineering expertise and complies with Canada’s ITB policy for technology transfer and local economic development.
TKMS and CAE signed an agreement aimed at strengthening their collaboration on naval training, simulation and operational readiness solutions. The agreement supports ongoing cooperation between the two companies, including activities related to the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP) and establishes a pathway for future services and collaboration opportunities.
TKMS and Isar Aerospace agreed on an industrial cooperation project to establish a sovereign Canadian Space Launch capability. The collaboration will be focused on solving one of the biggest bottlenecks for space-based capabilities: launch capacity.
TKMS and General Dynamics Mission Systems–Canada are partnering to establish “Arctic Sentinel,” an undersea R&D centre focused on advancing climate-resilient surveillance technologies for Canada’s Arctic maritime domain. The initiative supports the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP) by accelerating innovation from prototype to deployment while strengthening sovereign capability and domestic value creation.
TKMS and Finkl Steel – Sorel have signed a teaming agreement to explore cooperation on the production of specialized stainless-steel materials for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The partnership aims to strengthen Canada’s naval industrial base by combining global submarine expertise with advanced domestic metallurgical capabilities and enabling long-term industrial participation.
TKMS and E3 Lithium have signed a teaming agreement to integrate Canadian lithium resources into the supply chain for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The partnership focuses on research, technology transfer and investment to strengthen secure, sustainable critical mineral supply while enabling future industrial, and export opportunities.
TKMS has signed cooperation agreements with Dalhousie University and University of British Columbia to strengthen its Canadian research ecosystem and advance innovation in support of Canada’s future submarine capability. The partnerships integrate both universities into the Canadian Defence & Dual-Use Innovation Ecosystem (CDDE), focusing on areas such as marine systems, AI, advanced manufacturing and Arctic technologies.
TKMS and CAE have signed a teaming agreement to collaborate on training, simulation and long-term in-service support solutions for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The partnership aims to enhance operational readiness for Canada’s future submarine fleet while strengthening domestic capability development and exploring international training opportunities.
TKMS has signed two cooperation agreements with leading Indigenous organizations across Canada to establish a Pan-Canadian framework supporting Indigenous participation in the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The partnerships aim to strengthen industrial collaboration, workforce development and long-term economic growth while advancing reconciliation and sustainable value creation within Canada’s future submarine program.
TKMS and Magellan have signed a strategic teaming agreement to collaborate on the production of heavyweight torpedoes and provide in-service support as part of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP), combining their expertise to build sustainable industrial capability and explore further export opportunities.
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TKMS and Seaspan Shipyards ink teaming agreement to support Canada’s goal of establishing a sovereign sustainment capability for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. The partnership will combine TKMS’s global submarine lifecycle expertise with Seaspan’s Canadian sustainment experience to deliver long-term through-life support and help build a Canadian-led sustainment enterprise for future submarine platforms.
TKMS and Cohere are partnering to integrate AI technologies into the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project, enhancing decision support, training, and secure onboard systems while ensuring Canadian involvement throughout the platform lifecycle.
TKMS has signed a teaming agreement with Marmen to produce sections and critical components for the Type 212CD submarines, leveraging Marmen’s proven capability in rolling and fabricating large, high-spec non-magnetic steel structures for submarine hulls.TKMS has signed a teaming agreement with Marmen to produce sections and critical components for the Type 212CD submarines, leveraging Marmen’s proven capability in rolling and fabricating large, high-spec non-magnetic steel structures for submarine hulls.
Canada and Germany have announced the Canada‑Germany Digital Alliance at the G7 meeting in Montréal, a partnership focused on collaboration in areas such as AI, digital infrastructure, and start-up support.
Canada has opened the G7 Industry, Digital, and Technology Ministers’ meeting in Montreal, where ministers from the G7 countries are coming together to discuss stronger supply chains, innovation, digital infrastructure, and industrial competitiveness in advanced economies, and to deepen collaboration in areas such as artificial intelligence and digital security.
A recent announcement reports that Canada has secured its participation in the European Union’s SAFE defence initiative, expanding opportunities for Canadian industry and defence cooperation.
TKMS CEO Oliver Burkhard joined the German and Norwegian defense ministers in presenting their proposal to the Canadian federal government.
A recent article examines TKMS’ role as a key supplier of advanced submarines for NATO and its potential relevance for Canada’s submarine replacement program.
A recent analysis of the two bidders for Canada’s submarine contract suggests that TKMS' submarine is better suited for the Royal Canadian Navy.
TKMS CEO Oliver Burkhard says that building the new submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy is feasible, but likely not in the near future.
German and Norwegian defence ministers met with their Canadian counterpart to advocate for TKMS to promote their 212CD submarine for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Canada could potentially construct half, or even the majority, of the twelve submarines it plans to acquire for its navy, Germany’s armament state secretary told CBC News.
Officials from the German government and TKMS state they are fully capable of meeting Canada’s ambitious deadline to deliver its first new submarine by 2035.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is on an official visit in Germany, touring TKMS' site in Kiel.
TKMS is proud to be part of the downselect for the Royal Canadian Navy submarine procurement process.
