Vladimir Vysotsky the commander of Russian Navy said about Nerpa deal prospects.
Q: There are on Pacific Fleet the Indian crew of Nerpa trains, the last is prepared for transfer to India. How successful this work, and when she will be transferred?
A: The submarine will be transferred to Indian Navy this year. The Indian crew has completed its training. No big problem with the transfer exists. Now the last preparing for final tests before the transfer happens.
Q: There are on Pacific Fleet the Indian crew of Nerpa trains, the last is prepared for transfer to India. How successful this work, and when she will be transferred?
A: The submarine will be transferred to Indian Navy this year. The Indian crew has completed its training. No big problem with the transfer exists. Now the last preparing for final tests before the transfer happens.