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Raytheon fast-tracks AIM-9X Sidewinder production targeting 2,500 missiles a year by 2027

3rd July 2026

RTX Raytheon is accelerating production of the AIM-9X Sidewinder, aiming to reach 2,500 missiles annually by late 2027 while strengthening its supply chain following two US Navy major contracts worth more than $2.2 billion.

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US Navy’s MUSV programme could lay the USV procurement blueprint for NATO allies

2nd July 2026

The programme’s structure as a marketplace will allow multiple companies to compete for ongoing procurements; an approach which could be replicated across the Atlantic.

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German Navy hints at return to Asia-Pacific in 2023

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German Navy hints at return to Asia-Pacific in 2023

28th December 2021

It is 19 years since the German Navy sent a warship as far as Asia-Pacific, but more visits are planned.

DARPA awards contracts for Phase 2 of Manta Ray programme

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DARPA awards contracts for Phase 2 of Manta Ray programme

27th December 2021

Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation and Martin Defense Group were selected to build and test Manta Ray unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs). The companies are each developing unique full-scale demonstration systems.

US Navy seizes cache of AK-47 assault rifles

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US Navy seizes cache of AK-47 assault rifles

24th December 2021

A stateless vessel carrying 1400 AK-47 rifles has been intercepted by the US Navy.

Royal Norwegian Navy orders TactiCall

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Royal Norwegian Navy orders TactiCall

24th December 2021

Norway joins more than 20 countries in ordering Saab's TactiCall Integrated Communication System.

Malaysia receives final LMS to complete the set

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Malaysia receives final LMS to complete the set

23rd December 2021

Malaysia has now received all four Keris-class vessels from China.

Thai navy prepares MALE UAV acquisition

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Thai navy prepares MALE UAV acquisition

23rd December 2021

Thailand will select a new MALE-class UAV for the navy early next year.

Year of highs and lows for RN CSG 21

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Year of highs and lows for RN CSG 21

23rd December 2021

The UK RN returned to aircraft carrier operations in 2021 with an ambitious deployment.

Taiwan receives final minelayers but development lags on frigates

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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.

Ukraine to acquire Danish MPV80 ships

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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.

STADT Naval joins Modular and Multirole Patrol Corvette consortium

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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.

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