Indonesia chooses Naval Group's Scorpene submarines. The two Scorpènes were ordered in a new version equipped with lithium-ion batteries, which boost their diving autonomy (nearly 80 days) and their speed.
This 1,600 to 2,000 ton submarine is versatile (anti-surface and submarine warfare, special operations and intelligence) It has a new combat system and can launch 18 torpedoes or missiles. The country increased its defense budget by 20%, to $25 billion, in 2024.