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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....

July 25, 2025
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Türkiye Commits to Indigenous Air Defense Destroyer and Patrol Boat Program

State-run Turkish shipbuilder ASFAT has signed a contract to construct Türkiye’s first indigenous air defense destroyer, the TF-2000, along with four offshore patrol vessels. The TF-2000 will be assembled...

July 24, 2025
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Japan Markets Modernized Mogami Frigate as Option for Australian Navy

The Japanese government has pitched an upgraded Mogami-class frigate for Australia’s future fleet, emphasizing its integration with American weapons to boost joint naval operations with the US and Japan....

July 22, 2025
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Romania Eyes Turkish Naval Vessel to Shield Black Sea Energy Assets

To safeguard its strategic Black Sea gas venture, Romania plans to purchase a near-new Turkish warship, the TCG Akhisar, a Hisar-class offshore patrol vessel. The proposed acquisition is estimated...