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February 25, 2026
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Sweden Selects Spain’s Freire for Naval Ships

Spain’s Freire Shipyard has secured a contract to build four naval support vessels for Sweden, enhancing maritime logistics in extreme environments. The vessels are optimized for icy waters and...

February 24, 2026
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Kongsberg to Modernize Skjold Fast-Attack Fleet

Norway has awarded Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace a contract worth approximately 400 million Norwegian krone to upgrade the combat management systems of the Royal Norwegian Navy’s Skjold-class fast attack...

February 23, 2026
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Fincantieri Launches Italy’s New OPV

Fincantieri has launched the first vessel of Italy’s next-generation offshore patrol program, the Ugolino Vivaldi. Built for surveillance, maritime security, and environmental monitoring, the ship supports multiple missions across...

February 23, 2026
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Austal Secures $2.82B Army Landing Craft Deal

Australia has awarded Austal Defence a major contract to construct eight Landing Craft Heavy vessels, supporting amphibious operations and disaster relief missions. The ships will transport troops, armored vehicles,...

February 23, 2026
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Kongsberg Enhances ‘Listen’ Underwater System

Norway’s Kongsberg has introduced an upgraded underwater sensing platform that improves detection and mapping of submerged objects. The enhanced system strengthens maritime surveillance, protects undersea infrastructure, and supports anti-submarine...

February 23, 2026
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Israel Opens Submarine Parts Facility

Israel has opened its first submarine-component manufacturing facility to strengthen domestic naval production. Built in partnership with international industry, the plant enhances self-reliance, supports global submarine programs, and creates...

February 23, 2026
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Sea Machines Unveils Smart Attack USV

Sea Machines has introduced the STEAMRACER unmanned surface vessel for the US Navy’s MASC program. Designed for autonomous operations, it features modular payload capacity, AI-powered navigation, and an advanced...

February 20, 2026
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US Navy Seeks Builder for Medium Landing Ship

The United States Navy has issued a request for proposals for a Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) to oversee production of the US Marine Corps’ Medium Landing Ship (LSM), with...

February 20, 2026
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US Navy Fields Next-Gen Torpedo Countermeasure

Ultra Maritime secured a contract to build the ADC MK6 acoustic countermeasure system for the US Navy. The system generates decoy acoustic signals to confuse enemy torpedoes, providing improved...

February 19, 2026
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Canadian Forces Test Fire American-Made MK 54 Torpedo

The Royal Canadian Navy has validated the performance of the US-produced MK 54 lightweight torpedo through a live-fire exercise, reinforcing its role in the Halifax-class fleet’s anti-submarine warfare suite....