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US Navy’s MQ-25 Stingray approaches carrier-integration tests

21st October 2026

Boeing has outlined its upcoming precision-landing and carrier-airspace trials as MQ-25 manufacturing shifts towards Illinois, with initial Lot 1 deliveries expected in 2029.

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Bangladesh awaits new frigates, OPVs, patrol boats and LCTs

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Bangladesh awaits new frigates, OPVs, patrol boats and LCTs

3rd June 2022

Little discernible progress has been made in awarding contracts for new Bangladeshi frigates and OPVs, but there is activity in other areas such as patrol boat construction.

Where to now for India’s P75I submarine programme?

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Where to now for India’s P75I submarine programme?

2nd June 2022

India has some hard decisions to make over its conventional submarine programme, with its current efforts stagnated and the clock ticking.

Italy readies LHD Trieste for 2023 delivery, expands F-35 operations

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Italy readies LHD Trieste for 2023 delivery, expands F-35 operations

2nd June 2022

Once commissioned with the Italian Navy, the Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) Trieste will be the largest vessel in the fleet, displacing 33,000t, and the second capable of operating the F-35B.

US Navy contracts Kleos for improved maritime geolocation

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US Navy contracts Kleos for improved maritime geolocation

2nd June 2022

Kleos will work with the US Navy to develop better geolocation data for operations in the maritime domain.

Harland & Wolff to acquire ex-Royal Navy minehunter

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Harland & Wolff to acquire ex-Royal Navy minehunter

1st June 2022

The former RN Hunt-class mine countermeasures vessel HMS Atherstone acquired by the shipyard could play an important role in the regeneration programme for HMS Quorn.

UK to upgrade Tomahawk missiles

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UK to upgrade Tomahawk missiles

31st May 2022

The Tomahawk land attack missiles operated from RN Astute-class submarines will receive enhanced long-range strike capability and improved protection.

US Navy commissions newest Virginia-class submarine

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US Navy commissions newest Virginia-class submarine

30th May 2022

The US Navy's newest Virginia-class submarine has been commissioned during a ceremony in Connecticut, following its christening in 2019.

NAVSEA orders additional naval EW systems from Northrop Grumman

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NAVSEA orders additional naval EW systems from Northrop Grumman

30th May 2022

The USN requires more AN/SLQ-32(V)7 Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) Block 3 systems.

Greece to select corvette supplier by the end of June

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Greece to select corvette supplier by the end of June

30th May 2022

The Hellenic Navy is undergoing a significant modernisation project, including new frigates, upgrades to existing ships, a requirement for Corvette-like vessels and local industrial work.

US Navy orders AN/SQQ-89 hardware and support services

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US Navy orders AN/SQQ-89 hardware and support services

27th May 2022

Lockheed Martin gains a maximum $291.92 million deal for AN/SQQ-89 shipset hardware installation, integrated logistics support, fleet maintenance support, and lifecycle sustainment.

Reporting on Russia's invasion of Ukraine (podcast)

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Reporting on Russia's invasion of Ukraine (podcast)

27th May 2022

In a new-look Shephard Defence Podcast, the news team discusses the rapidly-evolving situation in Ukraine and latest developments following Russia's unprovoked invasion.

Modification work begins on French Navy H160s for maritime SAR

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Modification work begins on French Navy H160s for maritime SAR

27th May 2022

The first of six H160s is now being modified for French Navy SAR missions.

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