In response to Russia's expansionist ambitions in the Baltic Sea region, Poland and neighboring countries have recently announced plans to expand their submarine and surface naval forces to enhance maritime capabilities. This initiative aims to demonstrate NATO's commitment to deter Russian aggression and strengthen the northeastern defense line.

Poland plans to procure 3 to 4 new submarines by the end of this year, equipped with Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems capable of launching cruise missiles to replace its aging Soviet-era Kilo-class submarine, ORP Orzeł. Major shipbuilding groups such as Babcock (UK), Naval Group (France), TKMS (Germany), and others are vying for the contract.

Simultaneously, Lithuania and Latvia are collaborating with Finnish Marine Alutech to initiate the Future Common Multi-Role Attack Boat (CFMAC) project to acquire advanced fast attack boats equipped with Spike NLOS missile launchers and remote weapon systems, enhancing their maritime patrol and coastal defense capabilities against potential hybrid threats.

These efforts are aimed at improving the asymmetric warfare capabilities of these nations, enhancing interoperability with NATO, and strengthening maritime situational awareness to protect the security of the Baltic Sea and the northeastern flank of the alliance.