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March 16, 2026
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R&D

Pentagon advances efforts to integrate Patriot systems with Aegis-equipped warships

The US Department of Defense is working to integrate the PAC-3 MSE interceptor with the Aegis Combat System in order to reinforce missile defense coverage for US Navy surface...

March 13, 2026
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R&D

Anduril Chosen by US Navy and DIU for XL Autonomous Submarine Project

Anduril Industries has been selected by the US Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit to take part in their extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle program. Through the DIU’s Commercial Solutions...

March 13, 2026
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Mergers & JV

Saab Strengthens Partnership With Poland’s Defense Sector

Saab has expanded its defense cooperation in Poland by signing new agreements with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa and WB Group. Through the updated partnership with PGZ, Saab will collaborate with...

March 10, 2026
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Mergers & JV

Hanwha Partners With Canadian Industry and Academia on Future Patrol Submarine Project

Hanwha Ocean has signed five industrial teaming agreements along with three memoranda of understanding with Canadian companies and universities to support development of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP)....

March 10, 2026
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US Navy Selects Mobix Labs to Maintain Secure Communications Systems on Warships

The United States Navy has extended and expanded its procurement of secure communications equipment from Mobix Labs for deployment across its surface fleet. The agreement underscores the Navy’s commitment...

March 5, 2026
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Indonesia Plans Domestic Modernization of Giuseppe Garibaldi Aircraft Carrier

Indonesia plans to upgrade the incoming Giuseppe Garibaldi aircraft carrier with support from domestic shipyards and companies following its acquisition from Italy. The vessel, formerly operated by the Italian...

March 4, 2026
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New Product Launches

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Launches 8th Miyako-Class Patrol Vessel, Hands Over 6th to Japan Coast Guard

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has continued expanding the Miyako-class patrol fleet for the Japan Coast Guard by launching a new vessel and delivering another ship from the same program. Japan...

March 4, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

India Signs $237M Agreement for Russian Shtil Ship-Based Air Defence System

The Ministry of Defence India has concluded a deal worth 21.82 billion rupees ($237 million) with Rosoboronexport for the procurement of the Shtil-1 vertical-launch air defense system to equip...

March 4, 2026
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Rheinmetall Completes Acquisition of NVL Group, Strengthening Germany’s Naval Industry

Rheinmetall has completed its acquisition of Naval Vessels Lürssen, marking the formation of a more integrated German naval shipbuilding and maritime systems capability aimed at serving Germany and NATO...

March 3, 2026
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Navantia Seeks Strategic Naval Collaboration With Denmark

Navantia is seeking to cement a long-term industrial partnership with Denmark as the country prepares for its next phase of naval acquisitions. The Spanish shipbuilder unveiled its cooperation proposal...