South Korea kicks off FFX Batch-IV frigate program
South Korea's DAPA has launched the Ulsan-class Batch-IV frigate program, the final phase of the next-generation frigate (FFX) initiative, featuring upgraded systems for enhanced...
SSN Astute-Class Nuclear Submarines: The UK’s most advanced and powerful attack submarines
The Royal Navy’s Astute class is a family of nuclear-powered attack submarines designed to replace the Trafalgar-class nuclear submarines.
The initial order quantity was three,...
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South Korea kicks off FFX Batch-IV frigate program
South Korea's DAPA has launched the Ulsan-class Batch-IV frigate program, the final phase of the next-generation frigate (FFX) initiative, featuring upgraded systems for enhanced...
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South Korea kicks off FFX Batch-IV frigate program
South Korea's DAPA has launched the Ulsan-class Batch-IV frigate program, the final phase of the next-generation frigate (FFX) initiative, featuring upgraded systems for enhanced...
U212: The Italian Navy’s Near Future Submarine Programme
The U212 NFS (Near Future Submarine) programme is an initiative designed for the Italian Navy to carry out various missions.
The programme encompasses the development,...
SSN Astute-Class Nuclear Submarines: The UK’s most advanced and powerful attack submarines
The Royal Navy’s Astute class is a family of nuclear-powered attack submarines designed to replace the Trafalgar-class nuclear submarines.
The initial order quantity was three,...
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UK rushes naval laser weapon, as major tank upgrade hits snag
The United Kingdom is accelerating work on the DragonFire laser weapon, with a goal of equipping four Royal Navy destroyers with the system starting...
US Navy Issues RFI To Expand Unmanned ISR
The US Navy this week issued a Request for Information (RFI) that aims to increase the number of partners to provide small unmanned aircraft...
GAO: Zumwalt, LCS, and Constellation exemplify US Navy failures
The US Government Accountability Office (GAO) has reiterated that the US Navy could improve its ship design and shipbuilding processes through the adoption of...
UDT 2025: Europe needs submarines and USVs for subsea surveillance
The protection of undersea infrastructure and securing key subsurface capabilities has never been more critical for European countries, amid increasing instances of suspected sabotage...
US Navy asks Draper Lab for Conventional Prompt Strike hypersonic inertial, GPS, and electro-optical guidance
U.S. Navy strategic weapons experts needed guidance and control for future ship- and submarine-launched hypersonic missiles designed to attack the enemy's valuable mobile systems....
India Launches Last Project 1135.6 Talwar-class Frigate
The ship has been named ‘Tavasya’, after the mace of legendary warrior ‘Bhima’ from the ‘Mahabharata.’
The fourth and final frigate of the additional follow-on...
Rafael Demonstrates Compatibility of EW Decoy Rockets with SRBOC and 130mm Launchers
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has successfully conducted a live-fire test of its Electronic Warfare (EW) decoy rockets using a standard 130mm launcher.
This test confirms...
Russia to provide India with Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles for its Submarine fleet
India has formalized a contract with Russia to procure anti-ship cruise missiles to enhance the operational capabilities of its submarine fleet. The announcement was...
TKMS to complete IDAS submarine-launched missile development
The ‘Interactive Defence and Attack System for Submarines’ (IDAS) system is being developed in close cooperation between Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Diehl Defence.
Both companies...
BAE Systems to upgrade US Navy naval main guns to the Mk45 Mod 4
The U.S. Navy has awarded BAE Systems over $70 million to upgrade Mk 45 5-inch naval gun systems and ancillary equipment.
On Sept. 30, 2024,...
Chinese Navy Commissions First Type 054B Next Gen Frigate
The Chinese Navy (PLAN) today commissioned the first of two Type 054B new generation frigates in Qingdao, Shandong province. The ceremony represents a major...
Chinese Naval Developments in Review – Part 1: Major Programs
Chinese carrier force underwent significant developments over the past year. Meanwhile production of frigates and destroyers was augmented by robust Coast Guard-deliveries.
Chinese naval developments...

