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'The finest in the world': Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland

The United States is procuring new icebreakers from Finland, recognized as the global leader in icebreaker design and construction. This decision aligns with the U. S. government's increasing focus on Arctic capabilities amid ongoing discussions about territorial claims in the region.

A Polaris class icebreaker designed by Finnish firm Aker Arctic Technology cuts its way through ice vered water

A Polaris class icebreaker designed by Finnish firm Aker Arctic Technology cuts its way through ice vered water

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Key Highlights

  • The U. S. has ordered new icebreakers from Finland.
  • Finland is considered the world expert in icebreaker design.
  • The procurement is part of a broader U. S. focus on the Arctic region.
  • Testing for the icebreakers is conducted at Aker Arctic Technology in Helsinki.
  • The icebreakers are designed to navigate through solid ice.
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  1. 'The finest in the world': Why the US is buying icebreakers from Finland

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