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August 4, 2025
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India and Philippines Launch Inaugural Naval Patrols in South China Sea

Indian and Philippine naval forces have launched their first-ever joint patrols in the contested waters of the South China Sea, the Philippine military announced on Monday. The development comes...

August 3, 2025
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Russia and China Commence Military Exercises in Sea of Japan

China and Russia began joint naval exercises in the Sea of Japan, highlighting their growing partnership and shared opposition to what they consider a US-centric world order. The military...

August 1, 2025
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US Navy Commissions Next Arleigh Burke Warship From General Dynamics

General Dynamics Bath Iron Works has received a new order to build an additional Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, DDG 148, as part of the US Navy’s ongoing surface fleet expansion....

July 30, 2025
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India Begins Construction of AI-Enabled Patrol Vessel to Enhance Maritime Security

India has begun construction of its first AI-powered Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), designed to enhance maritime surveillance and mission flexibility across its exclusive economic zone. The 117-meter...

July 30, 2025
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QinetiQ Secures $26 Million Deal for Critical Systems in US Nuclear Sub Fleet

QinetiQ US has secured a $26-million subcontract from General Dynamics Electric Boat to supply advanced electrical and electromechanical systems for Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. Work will be conducted at...

July 30, 2025
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REMUS 620 Approved for Submarine Torpedo Tube Launch by US Navy

The REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) has been successfully validated for compatibility with Virginia-class submarine weapons and torpedo tube systems, marking a key milestone for future undersea operations....

July 30, 2025
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Lockheed Marks Milestone With Delivery of 250th MK 48 Torpedo Guidance Section to US Navy

Lockheed Martin has reached a major milestone with the delivery of its 250th MK 48 Guidance and Control Section — a critical element of the US Navy’s heavyweight torpedo...

July 29, 2025
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Indonesia Finalizes Deal for Two Turkish-Built Istif-Class Warships

Indonesia has inked a nearly $1 billion deal to procure two Istif-class frigates from Turkey during a defense event in Istanbul. The agreement supports Jakarta’s naval expansion amid rising...

July 29, 2025
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SEAir Chosen to Design Uncrewed Surface Vessel Under European Defense Project

French firm SEAir has launched the ARROW project, a fully autonomous hydrofoil vessel developed under an €7.5 million ($8.6M) European Defence Fund initiative. Designed to boost maritime surveillance, ARROW...

July 27, 2025
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AUKUS Pact: Australia and UK Commit to 50-Year Nuclear Submarine Program

Australia and the United Kingdom have signed the landmark Geelong Treaty, a 50-year defense pact focused on the joint development, operation, and lifecycle sustainment of the SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines....