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Australia’s revised defence investment plan: what it means for naval warfare

17th April 2026

The 2026 Integrated Investment Program allocates up to A$130 billion for undersea warfare, committing the Royal Australian Navy to nuclear-powered submarines, autonomous platforms and an expanded surface combatant fleet over the next decade.

AUKUS settles into steadier waters as industrial pathways widen

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AUKUS settles into steadier waters as industrial pathways widen

15th April 2026

Sessions at UDT 2026 signalled that the AUKUS programme is pressing ahead at a steady pace – with trilateral commitment reaffirmed, Australian industrial capacity expanding and additive manufacturing emerging as an opportunity for suppliers.

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Taiwan receives final minelayers but development lags on frigates

23rd December 2021

Taiwan's navy has received its final minelayers and a rescue/salvage ship is under construction, although the development of new frigates is experiencing delays.

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Ukraine to acquire Danish MPV80 ships

22nd December 2021

The latest MoU continues a trend for Ukraine to work with several international shipbuilders on boosting its naval capabilities.

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STADT Naval joins Modular and Multirole Patrol Corvette consortium

22nd December 2021

According to STADT Group founder and CEO Hallvard Slettevoll, the invitation and acceptance into the European Patrol Corvette consortium recognised the company’s experience in maritime electric propulsion.

Future French carrier may receive EMALS and AAG from US

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Future French carrier may receive EMALS and AAG from US

22nd December 2021

US State Department approves potential $1.32 billion deal for electromagnetic aircraft launch system and aircraft arresting gear to be sold to France — Congress will now decide.

French future frigate programme passes twin milestones

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French future frigate programme passes twin milestones

22nd December 2021

The keel was laid for the first French Navy FDI frigate on 16 December; at the same time, the PSIM sensor mast was powered up.

MQ-25 integration takes ‘early step forward’ in carrier test

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MQ-25 integration takes ‘early step forward’ in carrier test

21st December 2021

A demonstration aboard USS George HW Bush saw a Boeing-owned MQ-25 move around on a carrier flight deck via a handheld remote control device.

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MQ-25 integration takes ‘early step forward’ in carrier test

21st December 2021

A demonstration aboard USS George HW Bush saw a Boeing-owned MQ-25 move around on a carrier flight deck via a handheld remote control device.

UK MoD seeks new intercept vessel

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UK MoD seeks new intercept vessel

21st December 2021

The Intercept and Escort craft project plans to replace four types of boat with up to 61 new craft.

Fincantieri to build second Logistics Support Ship for the Italian Navy

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Fincantieri to build second Logistics Support Ship for the Italian Navy

21st December 2021

The Italian Navy’s first Logistic Support Ship, Vulcano, was delivered in March; Fincantieri has just been contracted to build a second vessel.

Canada upgrades its Halifax-class frigates

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Canada upgrades its Halifax-class frigates

20th December 2021

Saab has received a contract from the Royal Canadian Navy to integrate its Sea Giraffe radars with Halifax-class frigates.

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Key decisions await RN (Opinion)

20th December 2021

Perhaps the most important part of Adm Sir Ben Key’s tenure as First Sea Lord will not be the immediate RN of today, but setting the conditions for the navy of the future.

Australia launches first OPV but delivery will be six months late

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Australia launches first OPV but delivery will be six months late

16th December 2021

The first OPV for the Royal Australian Navy has been launched, but the programme is experiencing difficulties because of COVID-19 delays and weapon integration issues.

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