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October 16, 2025
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Hanwha Unveils AI-Driven 70-Crew Surface Warship

Hanwha Ocean has revealed a cutting-edge surface combatant concept that represents South Korea’s vision for its next-generation strategic naval platform. Developed to serve as a flagship for the country’s...

October 14, 2025
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Saab Wins $1B Contract for Sweden’s Blekinge-Class Sub

Saab has secured a significant contract from the Swedish government for the final production phase of two Blekinge-class (A26) submarines, marking a key milestone in Sweden’s long-term naval modernization...

October 6, 2025
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South Korea Unveils Giga-Class Steel for Warships

South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean and POSCO have entered a partnership to develop giga-class steel — a next-generation material designed to enhance the strength and performance of future naval vessels....

October 2, 2025
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Sweden Orders 20 Amphibious Boats from Marine Alutech

Sweden’s arms procurement agency has awarded Finnish manufacturer Marine Alutech a contract valued at 130 million Swedish krona ($14 million) for the procurement of 20 Watercat M9 watercraft. The...

September 28, 2025
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US Navy Eyes $3.5B Deal for 2,800 Small Boats

The United States Navy has rolled out a sweeping $3.5 billion contract proposal to procure 2,800 small boats over the next ten years, a strategic effort aimed at strengthening...

September 26, 2025
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India Equips Subs With 200-MWe Nuclear Reactors

India’s Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC) is advancing a new generation of pressurized light-water nuclear reactors designed to significantly enhance the capabilities of the country’s strategic submarine fleet. Each...

September 26, 2025
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Australia Commissions 9th Cape Patrol Vessel

Austal has officially handed over the ninth Evolved Cape-class patrol boat to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), continuing a major fleet expansion effort to bolster the country’s maritime security....

September 24, 2025
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Ukraine Unveils Drone With 2,000-Km Strike Power

Ukraine has unveiled its new TOLOKA underwater drone family at Defense Tech Valley 2025, showcasing a major step in the nation’s domestic defense innovation. The reveal highlights Kyiv’s determination...

September 22, 2025
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HHI Rolls Out Korea Navy’s Second 8,200-Ton Destroyer

South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) has launched the second King Jeongjo-class destroyer, advancing the Republic of Korea Navy’s modernization drive. The 8,200-ton Aegis-equipped vessel, named Dasan...

September 21, 2025
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Indonesia okays $450M loan for ex-Italian carrier Garibaldi

Indonesia has formally advanced plans to acquire the decommissioned Italian aircraft carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi by approving a financing framework that combines the carrier deal with new helicopter purchases....