New generation American submarines are running late — now wait until 2040

The US Navy's plans to launch a new generation of state—of—the-art submarines, the SSN(X) program, are not going according to schedule. Moreover, now we are talking about a serious delay — possibly until 2040. That is, instead of entering service in the late 2030s, the first boats of this class may enter service only in the next decade.

SSNs(X) are designed as a response to the growing threat from Russia and China — faster, quieter, with increased combat load and advanced systems. Simply put, it should be the main underwater weapon of the United States in the future. But now the program is stuck: design problems, overloaded shipyards, staff shortages, and simply bureaucratic brakes.

Experts are already sounding the alarm — every delay weakens the strategic advantage of the United States underwater. Meanwhile, Russian and Chinese submarines are not waiting. So while America is slow, competitors are actively building up their strength under the waves.