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Aevex, Lockheed Martin and Thales deals highlight consolidation in naval technology

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Aevex, Lockheed Martin and Thales deals highlight consolidation in naval technology

19th October 2026

A wave of acquisitions is bringing specialist autonomy and underwater technology under the umbrella of larger defence contractors. As a result, navies may gain faster access to capability, but not necessarily a broader choice of suppliers.

Italy’s DDX destroyer deal opens a decade of naval spending

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Italy’s DDX destroyer deal opens a decade of naval spending

19th October 2026

A €3.7 billion destroyer contract for Fincantieri and Leonardo is only the start, with submarines, corvettes and a new carrier pointing to more opportunities.

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Podcast: Five Eyes Connectivity - Eyes to the Future

19th May 2022

In the latest episode of the Five Eyes Connectivity podcast, we look at the next generation of communications, asking how the Five Eyes can best harness technological advantages, while protecting themselves against emerging threats.

Whiskey Project scouts for more clients

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Whiskey Project scouts for more clients

19th May 2022

The Alpha MMRC is being delivered to the Australian Defence Force but its developer Whiskey Project Group is interested in generating further interest.

Philippines down-selects South Korean option for OPV

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Philippines down-selects South Korean option for OPV

19th May 2022

The Philippine Navy has narrowed its OPV selection choice down to one company, but no contract has yet been signed.

USN exercises contract option for Over-the-Horizon Weapon System

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USN exercises contract option for Over-the-Horizon Weapon System

18th May 2022

USN long-range anti-ship missile programme progresses with latest contract option for Raytheon.

MDL performs same-day launches of a destroyer and frigate

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MDL performs same-day launches of a destroyer and frigate

18th May 2022

Mazagon Docks Limited enjoyed a big splash as it launched two large Indian Navy surface combatants on the same day.

HMS Bangor receives supplies from USV in RN first

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HMS Bangor receives supplies from USV in RN first

17th May 2022

As tested by the RN, USVs can allow ships to be resupplied without breaking off operations.

Fincantieri makes headway on Qatari LPD

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Fincantieri makes headway on Qatari LPD

17th May 2022

The LPD for Qatar will be 143m long, 21.5m in the beam and capable of accommodating around 550 people.

Philippines orders naval-specific MiniPOP variant for patrol boats

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17th May 2022

The MiniPOP for Maritime Applications EO system is being installed aboard Philippine Navy patrol boats.

Sentient debuts maritime ViDAR in Australia

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Sentient debuts maritime ViDAR in Australia

17th May 2022

Sentient is now offering a maritime version of its ViDAR system, and the way has been cleared to install it on Australian S-100 Camcopters.

Babcock wins ten-year Queen Elizabeth-class dry dock contract

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Babcock wins ten-year Queen Elizabeth-class dry dock contract

16th May 2022

The first activity in a dry-dock contract for the Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers is scheduled for 2023.

Reina Isabel returns to port after partial failure to complete Ukraine delivery

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Reina Isabel returns to port after partial failure to complete Ukraine delivery

16th May 2022

The Spanish Navy support vessel Reina Isabel returned to its homeport on 13 May after a mission to deliver arms, ammunition and Ukraine — although Kyiv did not receive everything it expected.

RN explores autonomous vehicles under attack submarine replacement plans

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RN explores autonomous vehicles under attack submarine replacement plans

16th May 2022

Work on the future SSN(R), the replacement for the Astute-class submarines, continues to progress as planned.

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