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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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Russia eyes Ivan Gren-class landing ships

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Russia eyes Ivan Gren-class landing ships

6th December 2018

The Russian MoD is looking to acquire two or three more Ivan Gren-class landing ships, slightly modified from the original design. According to Alexey Rakhmanov, …

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Bidders for Fleet Solid Support ships selected

6th December 2018

The UK Ministry of Defence has selected four shipbuilding firms and a British consortium to compete for the Fleet Solid Support ships contract. The Fleet …

UGL to support RAN landing helicopter dock

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UGL to support RAN landing helicopter dock

6th December 2018

UGL has secured an asset management programme agreement to support the Royal Australian Navy’s landing helicopter dock (LHD) and landing craft vessels, the company announced …

Shipside tower opened for RAN fleet sustainment

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Shipside tower opened for RAN fleet sustainment

6th December 2018

The Australian Department of Defence has opened a new, multi-level shipside support tower at BAE Systems Henderson facility to support Royal Australian Navy fleet sustainment. …

USSOCOM seeks enhanced SRSE capabilities

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USSOCOM seeks enhanced SRSE capabilities

5th December 2018

The US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking enhanced stand-off capabilities for operators conducing Special Reconnaissance, Surveillance and Exploitation (SRSE) operations, according to new request …

US Naval Special Warfare seeks new tactical wetsuits

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US Naval Special Warfare seeks new tactical wetsuits

5th December 2018

US Naval Special Warfare Command is interested in wetsuit designs capable of insulating operators during underwater transit while strong enough to withstand follow-on tactical environments.  …

Squad X Experimentation in testing

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Squad X Experimentation in testing

5th December 2018

The first test of DARPA's Squad X Experimentation programme has successfully demonstrated the ability to extend and enhance the situational awareness of small, dismounted units. …

USS Detroit begins testing of SSMM

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USS Detroit begins testing of SSMM

5th December 2018

The US Navy has begun initial operational test and evaluation (IOT&E;) of the Surface-to-Surface Missile Module (SSMM) on Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) USS Detroit. The …

BAE Systems undocks first upgraded Anzac-class frigate

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BAE Systems undocks first upgraded Anzac-class frigate

5th December 2018

BAE Systems Australia has undocked the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN's) Anzac-class frigate, HMAS Arunta, at its Henderson facility following the completion of its Anzac Mid …

Malaysia reveals details of navy fleet renewal…but where’s the money?

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Malaysia reveals details of navy fleet renewal…but where’s the money?

5th December 2018

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PNG receives first Guardian-class patrol boat

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PNG receives first Guardian-class patrol boat

4th December 2018

The Australian Department of Defence has handed over the first Guardian-class patrol boat, HMPNGS Ted Diro, to Papua New Guinea (PNG) under Australia's Pacific Maritime …

BAE faces complicated arrangements for Hunter frigates

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BAE faces complicated arrangements for Hunter frigates

4th December 2018

BAE Systems should sign contracts to begin Australia’s Sea 5000 Hunter-class frigate programme within the next couple of months. It is also expected to buy …

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