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April 16, 2026
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R&D

India Develops Advanced Submarine Coating for Stealth

India is making notable progress in achieving self-reliance in advanced naval technologies, with a key development being the indigenous production of rubber tiles for submarines. These specialized synthetic tiles,...

April 15, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Babcock Extends Technical and Management Support for UK Naval Fleet

Babcock International Group has been awarded a two-year extension to sustain its Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) services for the Royal Navy, reinforcing fleet readiness and infrastructure capabilities for...

April 15, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Indra Selected to Install EW and Radar Systems on 6 Additional Type 212CD Subs

Indra has secured a new contract with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to provide electronic warfare and radar systems for six more Type 212CD submarines, extending its role across the...

April 15, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Italian Navy Takes Delivery of ‘Tritone’ Multi-Role Support Ship

The Italian Navy has taken delivery of the upgraded “Tritone” multi-role support ship from Fincantieri at its Palermo facility. Engineered for underwater missions, the vessel incorporates improvements that enhance...

April 14, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Navantia Secures Contract to Service Turkey’s TCG Anadolu Assault Vessel

Spanish shipbuilder Navantia has signed a contract with Turkey’s Naval Shipyards General Directorate to deliver lifecycle support services for the amphibious assault vessel TCG Anadolu. The agreement outlines a...

April 14, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Navantia Eyes Sweden’s Luleå Program with ALFA 4000 Proposal

Spanish shipbuilder Navantia has put forward its ALFA 4000 frigate as a candidate for Sweden’s planned four-vessel Luleå program, positioning it as a low-risk and rapidly deployable option. The...

April 10, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

US Navy Awards $55M Submarine Combat Upgrade to General Dynamics

General Dynamics Mission Systems has secured a $55 million contract from the US Navy to upgrade the AN/BYG-1 submarine combat control system, aimed at strengthening tactical capabilities across the...

April 9, 2026
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Mergers & JV

TKMS Collaborates With Canadian Lithium Firm for Submarine Program

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has partnered with Canada-based E3 Lithium to explore incorporating domestically sourced lithium into the supply chain for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The collaboration...

April 9, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

India Procures Kamewa Waterjets From Kongsberg for New Missile Ships

Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract from India to supply 18 large Kamewa waterjets for the Indian Navy’s Next Generation Missile Vessels (NGMV). The deal marks the company’s largest...

April 8, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

France Places Order for Fifth FDI Frigate with Naval Group

France has officially placed an order with Naval Group for a fifth Frégate de Défense et d’Intervention (FDI) frigate. The ship, designated FS Amiral Cabanier (D664), will be a...