facilitate the introduction of alternative or additional equipments as they became available. The greatly reduced crew numbers arising from maximised automation gave adequate scope for greatly improved habitability. However, space is always at a premium in submarines and the luxury of 'available' space was quickly filled by the MoD with all manner of additional unplanned equipments which not only consumed the future growth margin but encroached to a limited extent on the intended spacious living and working environment.
Build Programme
1986 proved to be a turning point in the Upholder Build Programme. In January, the MoD ordered the next three Type 2400 boats. In May, the company was denationalised and privatised as VSEL in a successful management and workforce
