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US, Canada advance with over-the-horizon radar programmes to close NORAD surveillance gaps

25th June 2026

Washington and Ottawa’s Arctic and homeland radar initiatives aim to strengthen early warning against cruise missiles, hypersonic weapons and long-range aerospace threats approaching North America.

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UK’s Type 31 frigate balances cost pressure with long-term export ambition

24th June 2026

The UK shipbuilder’s full-year results to the end of March revealed the impact of the £140 million charge linked to design changes and rework on the Royal Navy’s Type 31 frigate programme.

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The second of a new class of frigate for Japan's navy has been delivered to the JMSDF.

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29th April 2022

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Israel Aerospace Industries is providing its ALPHA 3D AESA radar for installation on two new corvettes for the Philippine Navy.

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27th April 2022

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Pakistan Navy has designs on Jinnah-class frigates

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27th April 2022

Pakistan is on to a good thing with Turkey as it gains experience in warship design and construction, moving from the Babur class towards the Jinnah class.

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