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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.

Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

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Japan’s first warship sale opens door to future exports but comes with strings attached

24th April 2026

Australia’s selection of an upgraded Mogami-class frigate marks Japan’s first-ever export of a major surface combatant. With an ambitious 2029 delivery target, the deal could open the door to further naval exports – but inexperience and geopolitical friction with China loom large.

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17th January 2022

The Indonesian Navy has a diverse fleet of vessels, and two more interesting locally built types have just been added to the fleet.

ONR picks partner for swarm autonomy research

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ONR picks partner for swarm autonomy research

17th January 2022

Georgia Tech Applied Research Corporation will investigate ‘heterogeneity across the swarm and super swarm systems’, according to the DoD.

Taiwan allocates record defence budget for 2022

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Taiwan allocates record defence budget for 2022

16th January 2022

Facing increasing belligerence from China, Taipei has significantly boosted defence spending, especially for domestically-produced weapons.

Australia receives first upgraded C-130J

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Australia receives first upgraded C-130J

16th January 2022

Australia is upgrading its C-130J fleet and has prepared the way for a future P-8A upgrade, but the RAAF is struggling with its much-delayed C-27J programme.

BrahMos finally finds an export customer

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BrahMos finally finds an export customer

14th January 2022

The Philippines becomes the first customer for the BrahMos missile, which India has been diligently marketing for years.

BAE Systems touts benefits of digital engineering

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BAE Systems touts benefits of digital engineering

14th January 2022

Following a recent contract award from the USN, BAE Systems spoke to Shephard about the benefits of digital modelling and engineering approaches.

ONR turns to academia for Marine Robotics Testbed development

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ONR turns to academia for Marine Robotics Testbed development

14th January 2022

The University of California San Diego will help the USN to improve autonomous or remotely operated oceanographic sampling techniques.

Hensoldt joins the Type 212CD supply chain

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Hensoldt joins the Type 212CD supply chain

14th January 2022

The German-Norwegian Type 212CD programme marks the first time that OMS 150 and OMS 300 optronic masts will be installed in tandem.

Peru sets out naval modernisation plans for 2022

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Peru sets out naval modernisation plans for 2022

14th January 2022

Peru continues to upgrade its naval capabilities despite its limited budget.

Italian future submarine programme takes a step forward

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Italian future submarine programme takes a step forward

14th January 2022

Construction is underway of the first U212NFS submarine for the Italian Navy.

India picks Ultra-Mahindra partnership to enhance ASW

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India picks Ultra-Mahindra partnership to enhance ASW

14th January 2022

IADS for the Indian Navy will detect enemy torpedoes at long range and divert them from their intended targets.

Cavitation tunnel supports Turkish naval stealth research

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Cavitation tunnel supports Turkish naval stealth research

13th January 2022

The opening of the KATMANSIS cavitation tunnel testbed marks a further step towards industrial self-sufficiency in Turkey.

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