Is Rosyth a sensible yard for US submarine module work?

Is assigning Virginia-class-related module work to Babcock at Rosyth sensible even though the yard is best known for surface-ship work?

Yes in principle; Rosyth has relevant modular-construction experience, though the result will depend on execution and integration with the wider submarine program.

The direct reply regards Rosyth as a capable yard with relevant modular-construction experience. The earlier plan discussion allows allied facilities to fabricate nonsensitive modules and mentions Babcock's involvement in sections connected with American submarines. Experience with large surface-ship modules is therefore treated as relevant to the proposed industrial role. The expectation that the arrangement will work remains conditional on how the work is carried out.