# HMAS Stirling

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## Timeline

- **2027**: SRF-West Commencement — Rotation of UK and US nuclear submarines through HMAS Stirling begins.
- **2026-02**: First Maintenance Milestone — Australian personnel perform first hands-on work on a UK nuclear submarine.
- **2023-03**: Optimal Pathway Roadmap — Leaders reveal the multi-decade plan for Australia's submarine acquisition.
- **2021-09**: AUKUS Partnership Announced — Australia, UK, and US announce security pact for nuclear-powered submarines.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### AUKUS Milestone: Australian Personnel Begin UK Nuclear Submarine Integration
2026-02-22 02:16:11 · Sentiment: Bullish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 11

Australian naval personnel have achieved a significant operational milestone by conducting maintenance and training aboard a visiting United Kingdom nuclear-powered submarine. This integration marks a critical step in the AUKUS Pillar 1 roadmap, aimed at developing Australia's sovereign capability to operate and maintain nuclear-powered vessels.
Full story: https://getspacebrief.com/story/aukus-milestone-australian-navy-uk-nuclear-sub-visit

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