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HMS Artful is the third of the seven Astute-class submarines to be built at Barrow. She began her naval career in 2015, and was commissioned in 2016.
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HMS Artful is one of the Astute-class; the largest, most advanced and most powerful attack submarines we have ever operated.
These amazing machines – described as 'more complex than the Space Shuttle' – are some of the finest attack submarines in the world today. Well-equipped for every challenge, they combine world leading sensors, design and weaponry in a versatile vessel.
Their mission? Safeguarding our interests, supporting international partners and providing security at sea to make sure the global trade Britain and the world relies on can proceed without a hitch.
The first Artful was also a submarine, an A-class boat launched in May 1947, commissioned in February 1948, and retired in 1972.
Artful was the third of the seven Astute-class submarines to be built at Barrow. She was formally handed over to the Royal Navy on the 10th December 2015.
Lady Amanda Zambellas formally welcomed Artful into the fleet at a ceremony in the home of the UK Submarine Service, HMB Clyde.
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