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July 30, 2025
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REMUS 620 Drone Cleared for Launch via Torpedo Tubes by US Navy

A collaboration between Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and the US Navy has validated the integration of the REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) with Virginia-class...

July 29, 2025
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Indonesia Orders Two Istif-Class Warships from Turkey

Indonesia has finalized a nearly $1 billion agreement with Turkey to procure two Istif-class frigates. The deal was signed during a defense expo in Istanbul, reflecting Jakarta’s push to...

July 29, 2025
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SEAir Chosen to Build Autonomous Surface Vessel in EU Defense Project

French company SEAir has kicked off a European Defence Fund-backed initiative to develop ARROW, an advanced autonomous surface vessel. The 12-meter uncrewed craft was unveiled in Brussels and is...

July 25, 2025
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Turkey Commits to Local Air Defense Destroyer and Patrol Boats

Turkey’s state-owned shipbuilding company ASFAT has won contracts to construct the nation’s first domestically developed air defense destroyer, the TF-2000, as well as four additional offshore patrol vessels. The...

July 25, 2025
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Australia, UK Ink 50-Year Pact for Up to 20 AUKUS Nuclear Subs

The governments of Australia and the United Kingdom have formalized their commitment to a long-term defense partnership by signing the landmark Geelong Treaty, a 50-year agreement focused on the...

July 24, 2025
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Japan Offers Modernized Mogami-Class Frigate to Australia

Japan has offered an upgraded variant of its Mogami-class frigate, tailored to support US-compatible weapon systems, for Australia’s general-purpose frigate program. Developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the vessel is...

July 22, 2025
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Romania Eyes Turkish Warship Purchase to Safeguard Black Sea Energy Assets

Romania is moving forward with plans to purchase a nearly new Turkish naval vessel to bolster maritime security for its key offshore energy venture in the Black Sea. The...

July 22, 2025
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$260M Boost for LA Startup’s Ambitious AI-Driven Defense Factory

Hadrian, a defense technology startup headquartered in Los Angeles, has secured $260 million in new funding to significantly expand its AI-driven manufacturing capabilities across California and Arizona. The investment...

July 19, 2025
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India launches INS Nistar to boost subsea operations and capabilities

The Indian Navy’s underwater warfare and rescue capabilities received a substantial boost with the commissioning of INS Nistar, an advanced Diving Support Vessel (DSV) that was designed and constructed...

July 16, 2025
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Last Independence-Class Ship Delivered to US Navy

The United States Navy has officially received its 19th and final Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), designated LCS 38 and named the future USS Pierre. Built by Austal USA,...