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October 21, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Naval Group Delivers First FDI Frigate Amiral Ronarc’h to French Navy

The French Navy has received its first FDI (Frégate de Défense et d’Intervention) frigate, Amiral Ronarc’h (D660), delivered by Naval Group in Brest, Brittany, under a program initiated in...

October 21, 2025
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Hyundai Pursues Role in Greece’s Next-Generation Submarine Program

South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) has revealed its submarine designs while bidding for the Hellenic Navy’s major naval modernization program. The company emphasized its experience building six of...

October 16, 2025
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Hanwha Presents AI-Driven Surface Warship Concept for 70-Person Crew

Hanwha Ocean has introduced a concept for a future strategic surface ship, positioning it as the centerpiece of South Korea’s naval modernization efforts. The vessel’s wave-piercing hull form enables...

October 14, 2025
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Sweden Awards Saab $1B Contract to Finalize Blekinge-Class Submarine

Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the final production phase of two Blekinge-class (A26) submarines. Valued at approximately 9.6 billion Swedish kronor...

October 6, 2025
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Mergers & JV

South Korea Introduces Ultra-Strong ‘Giga-Class’ Steel for Future Naval and Autonomous Vessels

Hanwha Ocean and POSCO have entered a strategic partnership to jointly develop giga-class steel — an ultra-strong material intended for South Korea’s next generation of warships and autonomous naval...

October 2, 2025
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Sweden Orders 20 Amphibious Assault Boats from Marine Alutech

Sweden’s arms procurement agency has signed a contract with Finnish shipbuilder Marine Alutech for the delivery of 20 watercraft to support the country’s amphibious battalions, replacing vessels previously supplied...

September 28, 2025
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US Navy to Procure 2,800 Small Boats in $3.5B Decadal Program

The U.S. Navy announced a $3.5 billion program to acquire 2,800 small boats over the next ten years, designed to strengthen American shipyards, improve fleet readiness, and promote competition...

September 26, 2025
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R&D

India Advances Nuclear Submarine Program With 200-MWe Reactors

The Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC) in India is building advanced nuclear reactors rated at 200 MWe (megawatt electric) to enhance the underwater endurance of the country’s future submarines....

September 26, 2025
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Austal Hands Over Ninth Evolved Cape-Class Patrol Boat to Australia

The Royal Australian Navy has received its ninth Evolved Cape-class patrol vessel, ADV Cape Spencer (P225), from Austal. Built at Austal’s Henderson shipyard in Western Australia, the patrol boat...

September 24, 2025
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A new Ukrainian underwater drone is showcased, featuring an extensive 2,000-km strike range.

Ukraine unveiled its TOLOKA underwater drone family at Defense Tech Valley 2025, highlighting efforts to strengthen its domestic defense industry. Presented publicly for the first time on September 19,...