Ahram online : German S-44 submarine arrives at Alex base to join Egyptian Navy

A snap shot of S-44 submarine as it arrives to Egyptian Navy base in Alexandria on Monday, August 2,2021. Photo courtesy of Egyptian army spokesman Facebook page

The four submarines will also help achieve maritime security, and protect Egyptian coasts, as well as promote economic interests between the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea

A German S-44 submarine joined the Egyptian Navy in Alexandria on Monday, the Egyptian military spokesman said in a statement.

This 209/1400 mod class submarine is the last of four that Egypt received with the aim enhance its defense capabilities and combat efficiency, according to the statement

The four submarines will also help achieve maritime security, and protect Egyptian coasts, as well as promote economic interests between the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea. READ MORE