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March 24, 2026
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Mergers & JV

Naval Group and Metlen Strengthen Partnership in Submarine and Warship Programs

Naval Group of France and Athens-headquartered Metlen have signed a memorandum of understanding to deepen collaboration on submarine and naval surface vessel programs. The agreement, concluded in Volos, is...

March 24, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

General Dynamics and Vard Marine Push Forward Design Work on Next-Gen US Logistics Vessel

The US Navy has selected General Dynamics NASSCO and Fincantieri-owned Vard Marine to undertake early-stage design and concept studies for its Next Generation Logistics Ship (NGLS) program. Introduced in...

March 24, 2026
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Fincantieri Hands Over Second Brawijaya-Class Patrol Vessel to Indonesian Navy

Fincantieri has delivered the second Brawijaya-class offshore patrol vessel to the Indonesian Navy, marking another step in Jakarta’s naval modernization program. The vessel, KRI Prabu Siliwangi (321), stems from...

March 24, 2026
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R&D

US and Japan Advance Aegis Integration With First Live SPY-7 Radar Test

In a major step toward operational deployment, the US Missile Defense Agency has completed its first live-target tracking trial with the AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar, supporting its integration into Japan’s Aegis...

March 24, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

India Plans ₹40,000 Crore Investment in Eight Next-Gen Corvettes

India is on the verge of a major boost to its naval capabilities, with the Cabinet Committee on Security likely to approve a ₹40,000 crore initiative to build eight...

March 23, 2026
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Procurement & Contracts

Hanwha Ocean, ONEX Explore Participation in Greek Military Programs

Hanwha Ocean has entered into a strategic partnership with ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group to jointly pursue defense projects for the Hellenic Armed Forces. The agreement positions both companies...

March 19, 2026
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Financial and Investment Updates

General Dynamics awarded $15B to progress Columbia-class submarine program

The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $15.38-billion contract modification to advance, sustain, and accelerate the Columbia-class submarine program. Considered the Navy’s top acquisition priority, the...

March 16, 2026
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R&D

US Navy prolongs service of USS Nimitz aircraft carrier until 2027

The US Navy has postponed the retirement of its oldest carrier, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), extending its service from May 2026 to March 2027. The 10-month delay synchronizes the ship’s...

March 16, 2026
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Pentagon advances efforts to integrate Patriot systems with Aegis-equipped warships

The US Department of Defense is working to integrate the PAC-3 MSE interceptor with the Aegis Combat System in order to reinforce missile defense coverage for US Navy surface...

March 13, 2026
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R&D

Anduril Chosen by US Navy and DIU for XL Autonomous Submarine Project

Anduril Industries has been selected by the US Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit to take part in their extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle program. Through the DIU’s Commercial Solutions...