PMB Defence proposes submarine battery manufacturing facility in Canada

TKMS has partnered with PMB with regard to the submarine batteries, which are critical to a conventional submarine’s endurance, safety and operational performance.

PMB has proposed to establish a submarine battery facility in Canada. The facility would provide manufacturing, in-service support, engineering and research and development capabilities, creating a sovereign industrial capability similar to that already in place in Australia.

If TKMS/PMB is selected, it will mark another milestone in PMB’s rapid international expansion, strengthening its presence across allied nations. It will also underscore Australia’s growing influence in advanced defence technology and highlight the nation’s capability to deliver cutting-edge solutions on a global scale.

“As an Australian company delivering critical defence capabilities worldwide, we would be proud to expand into Canada and contribute to allied naval strength,” PMB chief executive officer Stephen Faulkner said.

“This facility will create highly skilled jobs, grow advanced manufacturing and strengthen global submarine supply chains. Our work in AUKUS and partnerships with allies demonstrates the value of Australian innovation on the world stage.”

PMB Defence supplies submarine batteries to the Royal Australian Navy and other navies around the world, including to Canada’s Victoria Class submarines. PMB continues to build on its expertise in advanced energy storage systems and expand its global footprint.

Robert Dougherty

Robert is a senior journalist who has previously worked for Seven West Media in Western Australia, as well as Fairfax Media and Australian Community Media in New South Wales. He has produced national headlines, photography and videography of emergency services, business, community, defence and government news across Australia. Robert graduated with a Bachelor of Arts, Majoring in Public Relations and Journalism at Curtin University, attended student exchange program with Fudan University and holds Tier 1 General Advice certification for Kaplan Professional. Reach out via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or via LinkedIn.