US EditionFrance Approves New Nuclear Aircraft Carrier by 2038
The new nuclear-powered carrier will displace 78,000 tons, carry 30 fighters, and cost about €10.25 billion, aiming to enhance France's global maritime power by 2038.
- During his visit to Abu Dhabi, President Emmanuel Macron confirmed France will build a new, larger aircraft carrier to replace Charles de Gaulle, saying `The decision to launch this vast programme was taken this week`.
- During his Abu Dhabi visit, President Emmanuel Macron said `The decision to launch this vast programme was taken this week`, emphasizing the project as vital for France's maritime strength and industry.
- Design work points to the Porte-Avions de Nouvelle Génération featuring a 17,000 sqm flight deck, over 40 aircraft, two K22 nuclear reactors, and three electromagnetic launch systems under a $41.6 million General Atomics contract.
- During the visit, Reuters reported the announcement clears the way from design to execution of the PA-NG project, while Macron pressed the UAE for extraditions and asset seizures involving about 15 suspects, with more than 900 French troops deployed in the UAE.
- Earlier this year, defence industry reporting suggested a construction order before the end of 2025 and full operational capability targeted for around 2038, though some French lawmakers recently urged postponement.
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France to Build New Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier, Macron Confirms
French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed on Dec. 21 plans to build a new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the ageing “Charles de Gaulle”, which entered service in 2001. “In accordance with the last two military programming laws and after a thorough and meticulous review, I have decided to equip France with a new aircraft carrier,” Macron said. He made the announcement during a speech to French troops stationed in Abu Dhabi, in the U…
France to build new nuclear carrier replacing Charles de Gaulle
France's president confirmed the construction of a 78,000-tonne nuclear carrier capable of carrying 30 jets, with delivery projected for 2038. The PA-NG will cost €10bn and be Europe's largest warship, backed by 800 firms.
During a visit to the United Arab Emirates on Sunday, December 21, Emmanuel Macron announced the launch of an aircraft carrier that will enter service in the late 2030s. "It will be an illustration of the power of our nation, the power of industry, technology," he explained.
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