Underwater costs: Australia’s move to nuclear submarines
Sep 23, 2021•29 min
Episode description
Australia's move to acquire nuclear-powered submarines and the scrapping its $90 billion submarine program with France has had diplomatic consequences – but what can be assumed about the costs, timeframes and local involvement? Plus, shipping costs, stock delays and supply chain stresses as the pandemic continues.
Guests:
Dr Marcus Hellyer, Senior Analyst specialising in defence economics and military capability, Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Elizabeth Jackson, Senior Lecturer, Curtin University