In broader commentary, they are sometimes described as steps toward anti-submarine warfare. Anti-submarine warfare itself is often misunderstood. anti-submarine warfare is not only technically demanding but also resource intensive. It is this combination of platforms, rather than any single system, that defines effective anti-submarine warfare at a national level. However, full operational anti-submarine warfare remains dependent on a broader ecosystem of platforms, personnel, and sustained operational capacity.

Source: Irish Examiner April 06, 2026 12:29 UTC