ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) CEO Oliver Burkhard is navigating a significant period for the company, potentially securing one of NATO’s largest-ever contracts for submarine construction. During a recent trip to Asia, Burkhard discussed the complex, 10,000-page contracts nearing finalization after 24 years of negotiations with India. He also addressed the recent public disclosure of a cyberattack targeting TKMS. Burkhard expressed frustration over the sowing of doubts regarding the company’s capabilities, seemingly in relation to the contract bid and the security breach. The Indian deal marks a crucial milestone after decades of discussion. Details of the incident remain limited, but Burkhard acknowledged its public emergence alongside the pivotal NATO contract discussions. The company is hopeful to finalize the agreement and demonstrate its ongoing commitment to defense technology.