Naval Warfare

Why is the defence market “exploding exponentially” for autonomous targeting capabilities?

Solutions that identify, engage and destroy targets with minimal or no human intervention are becoming critical on tomorrow’s battlefield.

US and European special operators test Icelandic AI-based solution for marine platforms

Hefring Marine IMAS was designed to optimise vessels’ operation.

US Navy expands GARC sUSV deployment

The small, unmanned surface vehicle will operate this year in multiple operations and military exercises worldwide.

Another $18.4 billion committed to USN Virginia-class submarines

The contract was awarded to HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division and General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB). As well as for the building of the boats, contract money will also go towards improving productivity at the shipyards, workforce support and other investment.

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Naval Warfare

US commissions latest Littoral Combat Ship, as Austal execs face fraud charges

3rd April 2023

On April 1, the USN commissioned the latest Austal USA-built Independence-variant Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32), shortly after a federal grand jury indictment charging three Alabama men with orchestrating an accounting fraud scheme at the shipbuilder.
Training

Standing NATO Maritime Group conducts training at sea

3rd April 2023

The demonstration of interoperability and maritime security capabilities in Souda Bay reinforces NATO's commitment to ensuring regional stability and safety in the Mediterranean.
Naval Warfare

US Navy orders new San Antonio LPD as class's future remains uncertain

3rd April 2023

The USN has awarded HII a $1.3 billion contract for the detail design and construction of the third Flight II San Antonio-class LPD, LPD-32, while question marks loom over the future of the class.
Naval Warfare

First Belgian-Dutch rMCM vessel launched

31st March 2023

On 29 March, Naval Group launched the first of 12 mine countermeasure vessels (MCMVs), M940 Oostende, under the Belgian-Dutch rMCM programme.
Training

QinetiQ to design on-shore simulator for Royal Navy

31st March 2023

The simulator will be installed at HMS Sultan and will accurately replicate the functionality and behaviour of the on-ship system.
Naval Warfare

US lacks clear plan to meet amphibious ship requirements, Marine Corps chief says

30th March 2023

Speaking to the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee during a hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget request for the USN and USMC, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen David Berger said there was 'no plan' for the US to meet its statutory minimum requirements for amphibious warships.
Naval Warfare

US Navy solicits Raytheon and Lockheed for carrier-suitable hypersonic weapon

29th March 2023

The USN has awarded two contracts to Raytheon Missiles and Defence and Lockheed Martin for initial development of a carrier-suitable long-range, high-speed weapon known as Hypersonic Air Launched Offensive Anti-Surface (HALO).
Special Operations

Safran rolls out new navigation solution for French Navy commandoes

29th March 2023

Safran Electronics and Defence has developed the NAVKITE position, navigation, timing (PNT) system for use by French Navy commando forces on semi-rigid boats.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Saildrone details ISR-focused 10m USV, Voyager

29th March 2023

Saildrone has detailed a new 10m USV, Voyager, designed for ISR missions.
Naval Warfare

Italian Navy secures funds for two new FREMMs amid push for a bigger fleet

28th March 2023

Italy plans to procure two more FREMM frigates as part of a push to strengthen its naval capabilities amid an increased Russian presence in the Mediterranean.
Naval Warfare

Brunei receives a first ex-Singaporean patrol vessel

28th March 2023

Singapore has donated two of its former patrol vessels to Brunei, with the first being commissioned on 21 March.
Naval Warfare

Singapore selects Saab and ST Engineering for Multi-Role Combat Vessel

28th March 2023

Singapore is proceeding with a new class of warship to replace its Victory-class corvettes.
Naval Warfare

Cairo adds more American ships to its fleet

27th March 2023

The Egyptian Navy recently has taken delivery of three former USN Cyclone-class patrol coastal ships.
Naval Warfare

Keel laid for Brazil's MEKO-based Tamandaré frigate

27th March 2023

Tamandaré is the first of our ships being acquired under the Brazilian programme, which will be built in blocks.
Naval Warfare

Malta takes delivery of new flagship

24th March 2023

At a ceremony in Valetta, Italy's Cantiere Navale Vittoria delivered the new flagship of the Maltese armed forces.
Naval Warfare

Textron nets contract to develop mine countermeasure system that doesn't need towing

24th March 2023

Removing the need to tow an array would allow mine countermeasure USVs to access previously hard-to-reach areas.
Naval Warfare

Japan commissions its second Taigei-class submarine

23rd March 2023

Japan has inducted its second Taigei-class submarine, amidst plans to boost counterstrike capabilities with new, longer-range missiles.
Naval Warfare

Second Brazilian Riachuelo-class submarine conducts pre-service testing

23rd March 2023

The second of four PROSUB conventional attack submarines has completed diving trials ahead of service entry with the Brazilian Navy later this year.
Naval Warfare

Argentina turns to local industry in naval modernisation push

23rd March 2023

Local companies will build a new landing ship and floating dock, modernise in-service corvettes and develop a naval surveillance radar.