TEHRAN—The Deputy Coordinator of the Iranian Army announced that efforts are underway to finalize the project to develop domestically-produced destroyers and submarines. 

Admiral Habibullah Sayyari, who serves as the Chief of Staff and Deputy Coordinator of the Army, made this statement during his visit to Imam Sadiq University in Tehran. 

Sayyari emphasized the importance of collaborating with knowledge-based enterprises, scientific and technological institutions, and leading universities nationwide to harness the potential of talented youth for the country's progress. 

Iranian commander further discussed the critical need for partnerships with knowledge-driven companies and science and technology parks, noting that the army, particularly the Navy, has established extensive collaborations with these entities. 

“This cooperation has led to the successful construction and localization of destroyers and submarines equipped with advanced technology and scientific innovations,” Sayyari concluded. 

Iran has made notable advancements in recent years to enhance and broaden its naval capabilities, particularly by developing domestically produced submarines and destroyers. 

The Iranian military has introduced various classes of submarines, such as the Fateh, and Qadir classes, which are thought to be equipped to launch anti-ship missiles. Additionally, they have constructed two destroyers, the Jamaran and the Damavand, with intentions to produce more in the future. 

In recent years, the Iranian Navy has celebrated several significant achievements.

In 2023, Iran’s 86th flotilla of warships completed an unprecedented 360-degree global voyage of 63,000 kilometers that took eight months. 

The flotilla, featuring the domestically-built destroyer Dena and the Makran forward base ship, set a record for the longest distance sailed by an Iranian flotilla in international waters, successfully navigating the Strait of Magellan, the closest point to the South Pole. 

Another monumental milestone for Iran's Navy was the successful hosting of the Indian Maritime Exercise (IMEX) 2024, which welcomed numerous members and observers of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS). 

The Iranian destroyer Jamaran played a key role in the joint naval exercise, which also involved the participation of the naval forces of Russia, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Pakistan, Qatar, and Bangladesh.