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2026-01-18 18:34 UTC
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North Korea shows first domestically built nuclear submarine
North Korea has displayed what it claims is its first domestically built nuclear-powered submarine at Pongdae Shipyard during leader Kim Jong Un's visit. The vessel is reported to be an 8,700-ton stra...
Senegalese Navy Conducted Historic First Anti-Ship Missile Launch
On November 9, 2025, the Senegalese Navy achieved a milestone by successfully launching its first anti-ship missile from an MBDA MARTE-equipped Walo-class offshore patrol vessel (OPV). This event标志着塞内...
Hanwha and HavocAI to Develop 200-Foot Autonomous Surface Vessel
On January 8, 2026, Hanwha Defense USA and its parent company, Hanwha Systems Co., along with U.S. collaborative autonomy firm HavocAI, announced their joint development of a 200-foot autonomous surfa...
Rheinmetall and MBDA to establish a joint venture for naval laser weapon
In Q1 2026, Rheinmetall and MBDA plan to establish a joint venture focused on developing high-performance naval laser weapons systems. This initiative builds upon their existing cooperation since 2019...
WASS Secures Contract to Supply Torpedoes to Indian Navy
Fincantieri's WASS Submarine Systems has won a major contract from India's navy for the supply of Black Shark Advanced (BSA) heavyweight torpedoes for six Scorpène-class submarines in service with the...
The Advanced Technology Vessel Project (ATVP) Initiates Construction of The First Two Units of S5 SSBNs
India's Advanced Technology Vessel Project has begun construction on its first two units of the S5-class SSBNs, enhancing India's sea-based nuclear deterrent capacity. These submarines are significant...
HD HHI signs contract to build two new frigates to Philippine Navy
On December 29, 2025, South Korean company Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) announced a contract with the Philippines' Department of National Defence to build two 3,200-ton frigates for the Philippine N...
India's Defence Shipbuilding Sector Stands At Multi-Decade Transformation Threshold: Report
India's defence shipbuilding sector is experiencing significant changes due to increased naval spending, government initiatives, and strategic needs in the Indian Ocean Region. A report by Phillip Cap...
GRSE Delivers Anti-Submarine Warfare SWC 'Anjadip' To Indian Navy
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) has delivered the INS Anjadip, an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy. This marks GRSE's fifth warship delivery in 2025. R...
‘It Was a Horror Show’: Old French Nuclear Attack Submarine ‘Sank’ Nimitz-Class Aircraft Carrier 10 Years Ago
In a NATO exercise ten years ago, France's nuclear attack submarine Saphir conducted a simulated torpedo strike on the USS Theodore Roosevelt during a carrier strike group operation. The event highlig...
MOG and HD HHI Sign MoU to Accelerate Submarine Innovation and Delivery
Maritime Operations Group (MOG) and Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development, construction, and delivery of modern diesel-electr...
Denmark to Acquire Seabed Warfare Vessel
The Danish Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with FMI for acquiring a vessel aimed at monitoring critical underwater infrastructure, marking an enhancement in Denmark's maritime surveillance c...
Huntington Ingalls Ships Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyer to US Navy
Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) has delivered the Flight III Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, Ted Stevens, to the U.S. Navy, solidifying HII's position as a leading naval contractor in the United St...
Russia’s New ‘Stealth’ Amur-Class Submarine Summed Up In Just 1 Word
Reports suggest Morocco may be considering Russia's new Amur-1650 diesel-electric submarines as it contemplates its first submarine purchase. Moscow markets the Amur class as an advanced export design...
Malaysia Orders Second Coast Guard Multi Purpose Mission Ship
Malaysia's Home Ministry has placed an order for its second Multi-Purpose Mission Ship from Türkiye’s Desan Shipyard. The contract was signed on January 7 and includes a visit by Malaysian Prime Minis...
Italy hands over NATO SNMG2 command after six-month rotation
Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) has transitioned command with an official ceremony taking place in Taranto following a six-month operational rotation....
Germany’s TKMS just won its largest torpedo order
On December 19, 2025, TKMS announced and signed a framework agreement with the BAAINBw for supplying DM2A5 heavyweight torpedoes along with associated equipment to be utilized on the 212CD class subma...