The Royal Thai Air Force agrees to withdraw "submarine", does not match the cover, sells boats - without engines, likely to lose to "China" scams

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12 Aug 2022 09:47 a.m.

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The indecisiveness of

towards the purchase of the S26T submarine project after 60 days on August 9.

After Thailand drew a line to China on June 9, 65, the German MTU 396 engine had to be procured to install the Royal Thai Navy's first submarine.

But when the deadline

"The Royal Thai Navy" did not receive any response from Chinese company CSOC, but instead sent a spec of the Chinese-made CHD 620 engine with a message stating that it will replace the German MTU 396 engine.

therefore implied that he did not comply with the contract

Although the Thai side will demand

and request to adhere to the original contract

Pulling China's time, knowing that "Germany" has no way of selling the MTU 396 engine, even tried to contact them to purchase it by any means.

Because the German insisted on not selling it.

Therefore, it seems that the procurement project of the Thai Navy's submarine is inconsistent with the cover.

Received a machine that does not match the specs

like Thailand is being deceived

that the Chinese side could not find the engine

Plus, hit the pits and use trickery to kick the counterweight and convince the Thai Navy.

Accepts Chinese-made CHD 620 engine to replace German engine

But when looking at the combat power of the Chinese Navy, it was found that this model was not used in Chinese submarines.

causing this purchase may escalate to the point of having to cancel the contract

And looking back, found that the submarine S26T than the "Navy" will be approved for purchase.

had to overcome many obstacles, many governments

Until the junta junta era, the NCPO approved the purchase on April 18, 2017 with a budget of 13,500 million baht, divided into 7 years, totaling 17 installments, starting with the first installment of 2017, amounting to 700 million baht. -2523 will pay an average of 2,100 million baht per year.

While

, Chief of Staff of the Royal Thai Navy

As chairman of the submarine project implementation committee confirmed that the Navy did not cancel the submarine procurement program.

because it is the national strategy of the Navy

As for whether the contract will be amended or not, it cannot be answered.

which we also confirm according to the original contract

and believe that this will have a solution

In the end, both the Thai side and the Chinese side would have to talk about how to solve this problem.

If asked if the Navy wants a submarine or not

We definitely want a submarine 100%.

I want the contract signed by both parties.

In addition, Royal Thai Navy spokesman

said that China has now sent more details on the CHD 620 engine specs that have been revised and further developed to replace the MTU 396 engine. Germany from what was proposed two months ago.

The Chief of Staff of the Navy has considered together with the Navy Yard that it might be useful.

has been brought to the details again on the spec

and different properties that are equivalent

Or is it better than a German MTU engine?

which the consideration will be effective on September 15, however, if considered

Failure to meet the required criteria will not be extended to Phase 3.

"If you consider that the new engine specifications sent by China are good.

The Navy will allow China to send the engine to be tested.

and if through this process

do not have to modify the original contract

because of the original writing that

In the event that any part of the search cannot be performed

They can find better or equivalent equipment to replace them.”

China had made two proposals in the past, but the engine was defective.

Therefore, it is not clear whether this engine is better or equivalent to the MTU and confirms the Navy will definitely benefit if the new proposed engine is good.

But at this time, it is not known until the Navy Department has considered.

Because if the delivered engine fails to be considered, the contract must be cancelled.

but did not want to reach a certain point

because having to go back to counting one again

Enter the government's negotiations with the government because the Royal Thai Air Force and CSOC represent the government of each country.

in signing a submarine building contract

In no case can a submarine be built.

The contract party also acts to cancel the contract.

It is a matter for the government to talk about the annuity that has already been paid and how it will be compensated.

"Confirm the Navy is not careless

because the engine is important in safety

and the life of the military personnel will not be at risk because of danger

Must consider the best, carefully, and confirm no orders

but will do it with due diligence.”

Most recently, it seems the "Navy" will admit that it is not getting a German MTU engine.

therefore assigned to the Naval Technical Working Group to consider the technical details

It is required to submit the consideration information within September 15, 2022 in order to bring the results of consideration as information for consideration.

until there is something like

"Thai Navy" has accepted the condition, making it to "China" that confirms to offer diesel engines to drive CHD 620 generators and send detailed information about the engine.

both technical

to the Navy

In addition, there is a proposal to consolation for the Royal Thai Army by raising two second-hand Song

submarines for the Royal Thai Navy to practice and study by offering a free form.

as a country friend

The internal structure of the ship is similar to that of the Yuan-class S26T submarine to allow personnel to be stationed in the S26T submarine during shipbuilding.

and waiting for the supply and installation of the MTU engine from Germany before the deadline to learn

Therefore, it is possible that the Royal Thai Armed Forces retreated to forfeit the contract according to the Chinese proposal.

Use CHD620 engine on S26T submarine instead of MTU 396 from Germany after China successfully convinced Thailand. Overhaul CHD620 as good as or better than MTU 396 and will be installed on Thai submarine.

and Pakistani submarines being the first two nations

Until the Royal Thai Navy assigned the "Naval Dockyard Department" to set up a technical working group.

study engine

and ask for a real machine to prove its performance

ready to hint if passing

Ready to change engine immediately

before the "Navy" came out to clarify

Confirm the budget received will be used wisely.

for the benefit of the nation is important

Even the submarine procurement project may have some obstacles.

But will try to fix the problem as best as possible.

and emphasize that every project is transparent

and can check

Author : Yuttachakkeaw

Graphics: Anon Chantanant 

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