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How the Belgium-Netherlands MCM programme is reshaping naval mine warfare

27th July 2026

As the Belgian-Dutch replacement mine countermeasure programme progresses, it is becoming clear that motherships will be integral to future MCM operations. Seven years on from the programme’s inception, the impact of its forward-looking approach can be seen through the procurement strategies of its Western allies today.

US Marine Corps aims to make drones as commonplace as rifles on the battlefield

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24th July 2026

The USMC is transforming drones into standard equipment through major funding increases, standardised training, new doctrine and rapid battlefield adaptation, with nearly $820 million requested for UAS programmes in FY2027.

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Irish DoD receives fourth OPV

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The Irish Department of Defence (DoD) has received the fourth new offshore patrol vessel for the Irish Naval Service, the DoD announced on 11 October. …

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BAE Systems has submitted its bid to the Australian government to provide ongoing sustainment and support for the Royal Australian Navy’s Canberra class Landing Helicopter …

SPY-6 shows off capabilities in Hawaii

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SPY-6 shows off capabilities in Hawaii

16th October 2018

Raytheon’s AN/SPY-6(V) radar has demonstrated its integrated air and missile defence capability by detecting, acquiring and tracking multiple targets from the US Navy's Pacific Missile …

Romania pursues corvette investment

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Romania pursues corvette investment

16th October 2018

The Romanian Ministry of Defence (MoD) has received offers from three European companies for four new multi-role corvettes and the upgrade of two Type 22 …

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AUSA 2018: 30mm ‘Swimmer’ round set for more UK trials

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The Royal Navy is expected to carry out more trials of a 30 x 173mm round that can ‘swim’ underwater and is capable of neutralising sub-surface …

Russian Navy receives two Raptor patrol boats

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Russian Navy receives two Raptor patrol boats

16th October 2018

The Russian Navy has received two new Raptor patrol boats from Pella Shipyard of St Petersburg, the Russian Ministry of Defence announced on 11 October. …

Naval Group CEO confident on export and cooperation strategy

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Naval Group CEO confident on export and cooperation strategy

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Naval Group's CEO teased an announcement on cooperation with Fincantieri as he expressed confidence in the company’s export strategy despite growing competition for key shipbuilding programmes. …

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USCG orders seven OTH-IV cutter boats

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The US Coast Guard has issued two delivery orders, worth a combined total of approximately $2.74 million, to SAFE Boats International for the supply of …

Harris, L3 merging to form a defence-technology giant

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Harris, L3 merging to form a defence-technology giant

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Harris and L3 Technologies, two American companies specialising in military communications and technology, announced their merger on Sunday, giving birth to a giant in the …

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DST developing corrosion-resistant vessel coating

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Australia’s Defence, Science and Technology (DST) is supporting an effort to advance a new corrosion-resistant coating technology that cuts the build-up of algae and barnacles …

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Designed specifically to destroy US aircraft carriers, the DF-21D anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM) is one of China’s key anti-access area denial weapons.  However, how it would …

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Royal Navy Type 23 frigate, HMS Kent, has returned to service following an 18 month refurbishment programme. Carried out by Babcock, the overhaul will sustain …

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