First Hangor Class submarine PNS/M Hangor arrives

KARACHI, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 11th Jun, 2026) The first Hangor Class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, has arrived in Karachi and was accorded a traditional naval welcome by senior naval officers, families of the crew, and Pakistan Navy personnel.

Cadets of Pakistan Naval academy presented a ceremonial salute to the incoming submarine and its crew, accompanied by a fly-past by PN Z9EC helicopters, said a press release issued by Directorate General Public Relations (Navy).

Upon arrival, a reception ceremony was held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard.

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Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Abdul Munib, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.

PNS/M HANGOR is equipped with advanced combat systems, modern sensors, Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology, and enhanced stealth features, which will augment Pakistan Navy’s combat capability.

The arrival of PNS/M HANGOR marks a transformative step towards Pakistan Navy’s modernisation and reflects the strong strategic defence cooperation between Pakistan and China.

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