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What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

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What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

14th January 2026

As HII prepares to deliver its latest AI-enabled uncrewed surface vessel later this year, its major UK facility expansion aligns with the UK Royal Navy’s plans for a hybrid fleet.

Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

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Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

12th January 2026

The UK, the US and Australia have all been working on “extra-large” uncrewed underwater vehicles, but China’s reported development of a significantly larger capability demonstrates the country’s rapid advancement in underwater warfare.

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  • US Coast Guard’s small response boat demonstrators to be delivered in three months

    US Coast Guard’s small response boat demonstrators to be delivered in three months

  • What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

    What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

  • US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

    US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

  • Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

    Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

  • US Coast Guard’s small response boat demonstrators to be delivered in three months

    US Coast Guard’s small response boat demonstrators to be delivered in three months

  • US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

    US Pentagon pursues industry input to address drones’ payload and navigation limitations

  • What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

    What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

  • Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

    Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

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First made-in-Finland US Coast Guard Arctic Security Cutter to be delivered in 2028

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First made-in-Finland US Coast Guard Arctic Security Cutter to be delivered in 2028

7th January 2026

The first Arctic Security Cutter will be built by Rauma Marine Constructions to be deployed in the US Arctic waters.

Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

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Denmark to bolster maritime defences as P-8A FMS deal approved by US

6th January 2026

The NATO country continues to focus on building up its maritime surveillance and enforcement capabilities as part of a major investment in its Arctic defences.

Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

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Venezuela prepares personnel and equipment for a potential second US attack

6th January 2026

Defence Minister Gen Vladimir Padrino López has declared that the Venezuelan armed forces “will continue to employ all its available capabilities for military defence”.

Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

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Is the US Navy’s Golden Fleet initiative achievable?

5th January 2026

The effort to provide the US Navy with Trump-class battleships might face financial, production and doctrinal obstacles.

Will the US Navy surge production for OTH-WS missile?

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Will the US Navy surge production for OTH-WS missile?

2nd January 2026

The USN is conducting a market search seeking additional sources capable of supplying 516 units of Over the Horizon – Weapons System Encanistered Missiles.

How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

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How will SAFE shape naval procurement for Canada and its highest-receiving members?

31st December 2025

Canada’s inclusion on the EU’s Security Action for Europe initiative is set to enhance the country’s defence procurement strategy with important implications for some of its naval programmes, while Poland and Romania have also secured signi...

Thales wins DE&S contract for portable autonomous command centres

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Thales wins DE&S contract for portable autonomous command centres

29th December 2025

The agreement to provide portable autonomous command centres to the UK Royal Navy will enhance the service’s Mine Counter Measure operations and further integrate autonomous and uncrewed systems into its fleet.

Maritime defence in the Mediterranean faces challenges from vulnerable land power

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Maritime defence in the Mediterranean faces challenges from vulnerable land power

24th December 2025

As an indispensable energy crossroads, the Mediterranean is at serious risk from grey zone disruption. As navies increasingly employ AI data centres, what happens when cutting-edge defence technologies rely on the very infrastructure most s...

US Navy to conduct an experimentation campaign with emerging tech in 2026 and 2027

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US Navy to conduct an experimentation campaign with emerging tech in 2026 and 2027

23rd December 2025

The Technology Operational Experimentation Events will inform future requirements as the US Navy looks for innovative solutions across three key operational domains.

Future Canadian Continental Defence Corvette will provide “Halifax-equivalent capabilities”

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Future Canadian Continental Defence Corvette will provide “Halifax-equivalent capabilities”

22nd December 2025

Although the CDC project is still in its early stages, the Canadian Department of National Defence already has some requirements for the future platforms.

US Navy to acquire micro-uncrewed underwater vehicles for ISR and coastal data collection

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US Navy to acquire micro-uncrewed underwater vehicles for ISR and coastal data collection

22nd December 2025

The Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking authorised resellers of JaiaBot uncrewed underwater vehicles and multivehicle pods. The platforms will support undergraduate education at the US Naval Academy.

NATO tests use of “undetectable, jam-proof” laser communication in maritime scenarios

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NATO tests use of “undetectable, jam-proof” laser communication in maritime scenarios

17th December 2025

As part of its effort to better prepare its capabilities for operations in contested and congested scenarios, NATO evaluated a Lithuanian ship-to-ship terminal designed to not be susceptible to enemy interference.

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