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“We must end the mentality of ever larger platforms”: Why USVs are scaling
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Stockholm prepares to choose between three European frigate proposals
As uncrewed naval systems advance, capabilities to counter them are emerging

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As uncrewed naval systems advance, capabilities to counter them are emerging

28th April 2026

Research programmes and system procurement efforts to counter uncrewed surface and underwater vehicle threats are accelerating as naval drone uptake spreads.

US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

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US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

27th April 2026

After recording a nearly six-year delay in the OPC schedule, the USCG intends to advance with the programme, reaching multiple milestones in the short term.

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  • How the Hormuz mine threat exposes potential Baltic MCM shortfalls

    How the Hormuz mine threat exposes potential Baltic MCM shortfalls

  • Stockholm prepares to choose between three European frigate proposals

    Stockholm prepares to choose between three European frigate proposals

  • “We must end the mentality of ever larger platforms”: Why USVs are scaling

    “We must end the mentality of ever larger platforms”: Why USVs are scaling

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    Growing a digital backbone: an essential capability for the multi-domain battlespace

  • How the Hormuz mine threat exposes potential Baltic MCM shortfalls

    How the Hormuz mine threat exposes potential Baltic MCM shortfalls

  • “We must end the mentality of ever larger platforms”: Why USVs are scaling

    “We must end the mentality of ever larger platforms”: Why USVs are scaling

  • Stockholm prepares to choose between three European frigate proposals

    Stockholm prepares to choose between three European frigate proposals

  • US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

    US Coast Guard to receive the first three Offshore Patrol Cutters in FY2026 and FY2027

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US Navy command to invest $3.5 billion in service craft and boats

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US Navy command to invest $3.5 billion in service craft and boats

1st October 2025

The NAVSEA plans to acquire around 2,800 service craft and boats from FY2026 using a multi-year award contract strategy.

UK and Norway strengthen defence bond with maiden NSM launch

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UK and Norway strengthen defence bond with maiden NSM launch

30th September 2025

The firing of the Naval Strike Missile from the Royal Navy’s HMS Somerset in Norway’s Arctic rocket range signals a growing collaboration between the UK and the Scandinavian nation.

Half of Australia’s first Hunter frigate is now in fabrication

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Half of Australia’s first Hunter frigate is now in fabrication

29th September 2025

BAE Systems Maritime Australia’s Andy Coxall gave Shephard a progress update on its HMAS Hunter frigate, while addressing concerns over the cost difference between Australia’s programme and Norway’s.

RH Marine and Naval Group partnership moves Dutch submarine programme forward

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RH Marine and Naval Group partnership moves Dutch submarine programme forward

29th September 2025

The addition of Dutch company RH Marine to the programme aligns with the country’s aim of enhancing its sovereign submarine strategy.

US Coast Guard announces $350 million investment in robotics and autonomous systems

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US Coast Guard announces $350 million investment in robotics and autonomous systems

26th September 2025

The USCG will use part of this funding to acquire SkyDio X10D short-range uncrewed aircraft systems, VideoRay Defender remotely operated vehicles and Qinetiq Squad Packable Utility and mini-SPUR robots.

How Canada plans to “seize” the opportunity to increase investments in defence

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How Canada plans to “seize” the opportunity to increase investments in defence

25th September 2025

The Canadian Department of National Defence has been increasing efforts to accelerate the acquisition of new equipment and modernise its in-service inventory.

From surface to seabed: Fincantieri takes on a new challenge

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From surface to seabed: Fincantieri takes on a new challenge

25th September 2025

Underwater is emerging as the global geopolitical domain, a crossroads between new needs and technological acceleration. While 80% of the sea floor and 98% of the abyssal seabed remain unexplored (Mars' and Jupiter's surfaces are better kno...

US Navy’s Super Hornet electronic warfare upgrade moves a step closer

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US Navy’s Super Hornet electronic warfare upgrade moves a step closer

25th September 2025

Raytheon’s Advanced Electronic Warfare (ADVEW) prototype, which is designed to be integrated into the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, has completed its latest review, furthering progress towards the aircraft’s modernisation plans.

US Navy outlines future modernisation plans for the USS Blue Ridge

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US Navy outlines future modernisation plans for the USS Blue Ridge

24th September 2025

The LCC-19 amphibious command vessel is currently the US Navy’s oldest deployed in-service asset, having been in operation for nearly 55 years.

First Canadian modernised MK 46 Mod 5A torpedo to be delivered in Q1 2026

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First Canadian modernised MK 46 Mod 5A torpedo to be delivered in Q1 2026

23rd September 2025

The upgrade of the MK 46 Mod 5A anti-submarine rounds to the MK 54 model will enable the Canadian Armed Forces to maintain the torpedoes in service for the next 25 years.

Singapore’s DSTA seeks wider partnerships to advance robotics and AI capabilities

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Singapore’s DSTA seeks wider partnerships to advance robotics and AI capabilities

19th September 2025

The technology organisation is expecting a significant rise in the number of staff working across robotics and digital solutions as it becomes more of a focal point.

US tests the newest QUICKSINK maritime weapon variant in the Norwegian Sea

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US tests the newest QUICKSINK maritime weapon variant in the Norwegian Sea

17th September 2025

The low-cost, anti-ship, precision-guided 500lb class capability was launched by a USAF B-2 Spirit stealth bomber.

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