CSBC ‘localizing’ sub supply chainBy Fang Wei-li and Jonathan Chin / Staff reporter, with staff writerTaiwan is implementing a strategy to ensure the domestic production of key components for Hai Kun-class submarines, CSBC Corp, Taiwan said yesterday, after revealing that the prototype has partially completed its dive testing. Photo: Lee Hui-chou, Taipei TimesTorpedo tubes have proved to be a bottleneck in forging secure supply chains for the indigenous submarine program’s follow-up vessels, Tsai said. CSBC’s strategy for “localizing” submarine supply chains would therefore consider domestic and foreign manufacturers willing to establish a Taiwanese subsidiary or provide the necessary technology as a solution, he said. However, it does not rule out the possibility of taking part in the broadly defined defense sector supply chain collaborations with the US, he said. The US’ strategic priority of crafting trustworthy supply chains offers opportunities for the CSBC, as the company can contribute to the research and development of warships, government vessels and drones, Chen said.

Source: Taipei Times February 06, 2026 16:09 UTC