China launches Pakistan Navy's new Hangor-class submarine

KARACHI (Web Desk) – The Pakistan Navy has launched its third Hangor-class submarine, PNS M MANGRO, at Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group Company Ltd’s Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China.

The ceremony was attended by senior officials from both nations, including Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Projects-2) Vice Admiral Abdul Samad, who served as chief guest, the Navy’s media wing said on Friday.

PNS M MANGRO

The 3,000-tonne vessel is equipped with advanced sensors and modern weapon systems. It is part of an agreement with China Shipbuilding & Offshore International Company Ltd for eight Hangor-class submarines, four of which are being built in China and the remainder at Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd under a transfer of technology programme.

Launching ceremony of PNS/M MANGRO (Desig) held at Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry, Shuangliu Base, Wuhan, China. DCNS Project-2, V/Adm Abdul Samad graced occasion as CG. In his address, CG stressed significance of maritime security amid region’s current geo-strategic dynamics. 1/3 pic.twitter.com/W7o8a0BTQl

— DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) August 15, 2025

Vice Admiral Abdul Samad underscored the submarine’s role in safeguarding maritime interests amid evolving regional dynamics. He said the Hangor-class fleet would help maintain power equilibrium and strengthen stability across the seas.

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The launch event brought together representatives from Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group and Pakistan Navy, further cementing bilateral defence cooperation, the DGPR (Navy) said in a statement.