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May 5, 2026
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US Navy christens new recovery vessel

The US Navy has christened the USNS Solomon Atkinson (T-ATS 12), the seventh Navajo-class towing, salvage, and rescue vessel designed to support modern maritime recovery and support operations. Named...

April 30, 2026
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10 EU allies form joint naval force

A group of ten European nations has signed a statement of intent to strengthen cooperation under the Joint Expeditionary Force to counter emerging threats in northern waters. Led by...

April 30, 2026
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Albania naval plan includes 10 new ships

Fincantieri and KAYO have formed a joint venture to develop Albania’s naval shipbuilding capacity. The partnership aims to construct up to 10 naval vessels by 2030 while revitalizing domestic...

April 29, 2026
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US Navy awards $283M frigate contract

The US Navy has awarded a $283 million contract to HII Ingalls Shipbuilding to begin lead yard support work for the next-generation FF(X) frigate. The contract includes early design...

April 29, 2026
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Hanwha, Leidos team for Navy ship design

Hanwha Ocean and Leidos have partnered to develop next-generation naval vessels and expand shipbuilding capacity. The collaboration focuses on adapting Korean ship designs to US Navy requirements and strengthening...

April 28, 2026
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Austal delivers final patrol boat to Maldives

Austal has delivered the final Guardian-class patrol vessel to the Maldives under Australia’s Pacific Patrol Boat Replacement Project. Measuring 40 meters in length, the vessel supports up to 20...

April 27, 2026
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Brazil plans to double Tamandaré frigates

Germany and Brazil have finalized a deal to acquire four additional Tamandaré-class frigates for the Brazilian Navy. Construction will be handled by Águas Azuis Consortium, which includes Thyssenkrupp Marine...

April 27, 2026
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Australia selects Rolls-Royce for warships

Canberra has selected Rolls-Royce to supply MT30 gas turbines for the Royal Australian Navy’s future Mogami-class frigates under a joint initiative with Japan. The propulsion system, paired with diesel...

April 26, 2026
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Adani unveils ULM-ER with 10 km precision

Adani Defence, in collaboration with DRDO’s RCI, has developed the ULM-ER (ULPGM-V3), an advanced UAV-launched precision missile designed for extended-range battlefield engagement. Weighing approximately 12.5 kg, it offers a...

April 25, 2026
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Saab offers SLIM mast for Indian Navy

Saab has proposed its Lightweight Integrated Mast (SLIM) to the Indian Navy as an advanced solution for modern warship sensor integration, reduced radar visibility, and optimized top-deck design. The...