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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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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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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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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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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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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...

April 7, 2026
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R&D

Indian Navy Expands Fleet with New Frigates, Corvettes, and Survey Ship

The Indian Navy has taken delivery of multiple domestically manufactured vessels, highlighting major milestones in indigenous shipbuilding and advancing its drive toward defense self-reliance. These additions come from key...