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What HII’s UK expansion could mean for Royal Navy’s uncrewed future

14th January 2026

As HII prepares to deliver its latest AI-enabled uncrewed surface vessel later this year, its major UK facility expansion aligns with the UK Royal Navy’s plans for a hybrid fleet.

Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

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Can the West keep up with China’s “XXL” uncrewed submarines?

12th January 2026

The UK, the US and Australia have all been working on “extra-large” uncrewed underwater vehicles, but China’s reported development of a significantly larger capability demonstrates the country’s rapid advancement in underwater warfare.

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UK RN vessel commanders will be given the authority to return to port in the event of an outbreak of COVID-19 on board while on …

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The Hellenic Navy has placed an order for 11 METIS RIBs from Viking Life-Saving Equipment. The boats will be supplied by the company’s Greek branch, …

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Australian AI-Search prototype begins second developmental phase

22nd April 2020

A new AI tool designed to enhance SAR missions for the RAN and RAAF has begun the second phase of development. AI-Search is a prototype …

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US special forces receive Dry Combat Submersible

22nd April 2020

US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has accepted the first Dry Combat Submersible (DCS) from Lockheed Martin with a Lithium-ion Fault Tolerant (LiFT) battery system from …

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China takes advantage as Western carrier operations struggle

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With aircraft carriers of both the US and French navies returning to port following outbreaks of the COVID-19 coronavirus on board, eyes are turning to …

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Norway unveils strategic investment plan

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The Norwegian government has announced a new long-term strategic development plan for its armed forces, with an emphasis on greater investment in upgrades and new …

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Taiwan to quarantine 700 sailors after Palau visit

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The Taiwanese Navy is placing 700 of its sailors into quarantine after 24 of them tested positive for coronavirus following a visit to the Pacific …

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Coronavirus lacerates Thai naval spending

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The COVID-19 outbreak has now struck down the annual budget of the Royal Thai Navy (RTN), which is being slashed by a third. In total, …

Malaysia completes submarine overhaul programme

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Malaysia completes submarine overhaul programme

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The Royal Malaysian Navy’s (RMN's) Scorpene-class submarine KD Tun Abul Razak has returned to service following completion of major repair and overhaul work that started …

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USN welcomes USS Vermont into service

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The USN has commissioned the USS Vermont into active service as the 19th Virginia-class fast attack submarine. Despite a cancellation of the usual public ceremony, the …

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Baltic Workboats supplying two vessels to Estonian Navy

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The Estonian Navy has placed an order for two force protection boats from Baltic Workboats which will aim to plug smaller gaps in the Navy’s …

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Textron to build more SSC hovercraft

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US Naval Sea Systems Command has awarded Textron a $386.28 million contract modification to build 15 more Ship-to-Shore Connector (SSC) hovercraft. Work will be completed by January 2025 …

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