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July 24, 2026
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Saft to Supply Lithium-Ion Battery Systems for Naval Group’s Future Submarines

Naval Group has selected Saft, a TotalEnergies subsidiary, to provide lithium-ion battery systems for its Barracuda and Scorpene submarine programmes. The batteries will be integrated into future submarines, replacing...

July 19, 2026
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Indian Navy Enhances Warship Power Architecture to Support Next-Generation DEWs

The Indian Navy has strengthened its future naval modernization plans by signing a ₹425 crore contract with Bharat Forge Limited (BFL) for the supply of 12 indigenous 1.25 MW...

July 18, 2026
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Exploring the Leclerc: France’s High-Tech Third-Generation Main Battle Tank

The Leclerc was designed as one of the most advanced main battle tanks (MBTs) of its era, integrating cutting-edge digital technologies, superior mobility, and powerful firepower into a highly...

July 8, 2026
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Mitsubishi Delivers 10th Mogami-Class Frigate to Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has delivered JS Nagara (FFM-10), the 10th Mogami-class multi-mission stealth frigate, to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). The handover forms part of Japan’s 2017...

July 7, 2026
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Canada Selects Germany’s TKMS for Next-Generation Submarine Fleet Program

Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada has chosen Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) as the preferred supplier for its future submarine fleet, reinforcing the country’s efforts to...

July 6, 2026
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PT PAL and Naval Group Begin Construction of Indonesia’s First Evolved Scorpène Submarines

Indonesia’s state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL, in partnership with France’s Naval Group, has officially begun construction of the first two Evolved Scorpène-class submarines for the Indonesian Navy at its shipyard...

July 6, 2026
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Hanwha Unveils Missile-Capable Unmanned Warship With 290-km Strike Reach

Hanwha Systems has introduced a new unmanned surface vessel (USV) that could significantly enhance South Korea’s future naval operations by enabling coordinated missions alongside crewed warships and shore-based command...

June 29, 2026
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Poland Awards $4.8B Contract for Three Swedish Saab Submarines

Poland has finalized a $4.8 billion defense contract with Sweden for the procurement of three Saab submarines, a key step in strengthening the Polish Navy as regional security challenges...

June 29, 2026
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UK Replaces Planned Type 83 Destroyers With Hybrid Drone Command Ships

As part of its new Defense Investment Plan, the UK will introduce six Common Combat Vessels (CCVs) to replace the Royal Navy’s Type 45 Daring-class destroyers, abandoning earlier plans...

June 28, 2026
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Indian Coast Guard Inducts Indigenous Fast Patrol Vessel ICGS Akshay

The Indian Coast Guard has expanded its operational fleet with the commissioning of ICGS Akshay, an indigenous next-generation fast patrol vessel developed by Goa Shipyard Limited. The new vessel...