This Week in Defence (01/26/26): Submarine Steel, Korean delegations, lots of MOU, B&GC updated, ERC rumors.

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Happy Monday Everyone!

Apologies for the late release, but as you can see it has been a busy day. I was determined to get the newsletter done today just to cap off this hell. Who said I can't do it all in one day!

Anyways, enough bragging. Let's get into it.

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News

• Read up on the latest edition of CanadaxEurope!

• Also CanadaxIndo-Pacific, which is a thing! How cool is that!

• The latest edition of Steffan Watkins RCN Media and Public Awareness Update is up!

• The History of Submarine Steel: How Do The Type-212CD and KSS-III Line Up For Canada

• Hanwha Expands Industrial Alliance with Canadian Companies in Support of Canada’s Patrol Submarine Project

• Thoughts on the just released 2026 National Defense Strategy

• Let's Talk with Noah (01/20/26): GBAD, LAV, CFLEW Mod, ATGM

• Updating the Submarine Partnership chart.

• Let's Talk with Noah (01/23/26) (Part II): C-390, CCGS Terry Fox, Twin Otter Replacement, Supporting the USN through ASW?

• Hanwha could create up to 200,000 job-years of sustained employment through CPSP, says KPMG report

• Ontario Releases Bid Book for potential Defence, Security and Resilience Bank in Toronto

• Sorta just talking about Invasions and stuff

• Irving Shipbuilding provides minor update on River-class construction

• Germany Awards Top Aces 10-Year Contract for Advanced Air Combat Training

• Glenn Copeland appointed Head of Hanwha Defence Canada

• Memorandum signed on Latvian-Canadian cooperation for military industry development

• Flowing River Capital and Marshall Land Systems Mark New Chapter in Indigenous-Owned Defence Leadership

• Hanwha Advances Newfoundland LNG Project as Part of Broader CPSP-Linked Industrial Partnership in Canada

• Hanwha Signs MOU for Advanced Manufacturing Investment in Quebec

• Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Sweden Ulf Kristersson

• Prime Minister Carney builds resilient partnerships and attracts new investments at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting

• Prime Minister Carney meets with Secretary General of NATO Mark Rutte

• Where was Mr. Fuhr Today? (01/21/2026)

• Next Week looking big for CPSP

• Bombardier Announces Leadership Appointments Geared Toward Long-Term Strategic Growth

• NordSpace announces new partnership with German Fraunhofer ILT

• Ontario’s Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade Visits Hanwha Ocean Shipyard in South Korea

• Invest Ottawa Showcases Ottawa’s Defence Innovation Hub to Canada’s Allies

• Change of Command for HMCS William Hall

• Algoma Steel and Hanwha Ocean Sign Binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Long-term Strategic Arrangement supporting Canadian Patrol Submarine Project

• MDA SPACE AND HANWHA SIGN MOU TO PURSUE KOREAN MILITARY CONSTELLATION PROGRAM

• Telesat and Hanwha sign strategic cooperation agreement for next-generation space and marine technologies

• Minor MEDCAV and HDFM Updates from Defence IQ’s International Armoured Vehicles

• Calian Mobilizes Initial $100 Million to Accelerate Canada's C5ISRT Defence Capabilities

• NORAD pact would change if Canada pulls back from F-35 order, warns U.S. ambassador

• Minister McGuinty Visits Davie Shipbuilding For NSS Updates

• That’s his opinion’: Stephen Fuhr responds to NORAD comments by U.S ambassador

• In defence of Canada

• Naval patrol vessel headed to Greenland for opening of new consulate, Anand says

• Poll Shows Canadians Support Higher Defence Spending, but Not to Buy American

• We will never forget what they did’: McGuinty notes Canadian troops’ sacrifices after Trump downplayed role

• Amid Trump's bluster, Canada urged to bolster military defences in northern Quebec

• Universities can help solve the Canadian military’s mobilization problem

• New defence tech company opening factory in Kanata

• How to become a supplier in the defence supply chain

• Opinion: Rebuilding the military isn't making headlines, but it's happening

• Petition aimed at halting DND radar heads to House of Commons

• Submariners step ashore to support Coastal Action

• Patience is a virtue: The transition to the Canadian Royal Crown for CAF identifiers

• Moving from Policy to Practice: Highlights of the Women, Peace and Security at 2025 Conference

• DM/CDS Message: Building the Defence Team of the future and strengthening people management

• Farewell message from Deputy Minister Stefanie Beck

• Strengthening the Forces: Take a moment to show iCare for mental health – today and every day

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Project Updates

• The RFI for the Bridge and Gap Crossing Modernization (BGCM) Project has been updated with new documentation.

• The RFP for the Vessel Life Extension (VLE) of CCGS Mamilossa has been updated with new documentation

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Lobbying Updates

• Colt Canada has filed a new record with CFN Consultants looking to engage the Federal Government on the porcurement of small arms (of which they have a monopoly, as we said last week) and the AFCCL

• Malahat Battery Technologies has filed a new record with Atlas Strategic Advisors looking to engage the Federal Government on potential funsing recarding battery manufacturing as well to engage on potential contract opportunities.

• Logistec Marine Services has filed a new record with PAA Advisory looking to engage the Federal Government regarding funding for expansion, diversification, and Arctic sovereignty initiatives.

• Leonardo UK has filed a new record with Sandstone Group looking to promote their products and engage the Federal Government

• Trigger Tech has filed a new record with Bondy & Associates looking to engage the Federal Government on it's capabilities and offerings in the trigger space.

• Kongsberg Geospatial has filed a new record Summa Strategies Canada looking to engage the Federal Government on potential procurement opportunities as well as to promote their products and services

• General Motors of Canada has filed a new record with Martin Rust Strategic Advisory Services looking to engage the Federal Government on potential procurement opportunities, with a focus on the Light Utility Vehicle project

• Lockheed Martin has filed a new communication detailing meetings with Radey Barrack

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Rumors & Speculation

• There has apparently been or will be a top up for Enhanced Recovery Capability with the fleet being increased to 133 vehicles. Expect a lot more fleets on order to get top-ups to try and get money out the door.

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