Naval Warfare

UK and US marines train to guard nuclear deterrent submarines

The Autumn round of Tartan Eagle training just concluded in Scotland.

Navigating change: How market trends are shaping the future of naval defence (analysis)

As defence markets shift to meet new demands, the naval sector has found itself at the centre of a transformative wave, driven by geopolitical shifts, the need for rapid technological advancement, and a redefined approach to maritime power projection.

Taiwan reinvigorates its asymmetrical approach to naval warfare

The threat from China has prompted Taiwan’s naval forces to shift from traditional naval structures to a more balanced strategy blending asymmetric defences with conventional platforms.

Naval Warfare

Norway invites four nations to talk partnerships over new frigates

The US, the UK, France and Germany each have existing frigate programmes.

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Naval Warfare

Oostende mine countermeasures vessel begins sea trials

22nd July 2024

The first vessel in the Belgian-Dutch rMCM mine-clearing fleet, the Oostende, has begun its sea trials before officially entering service in 2025.
Naval Warfare

US Navy places $312 million contract with Textron Systems for landing craft

19th July 2024

Textron’s latest order for Ship to Shore Connector (SSC), Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) follows on from a contract placed in August 2023 for five LCAC.
Air Warfare

Navigating the Waters of Modern Warfare: The Role of Maritime Unmanned Aerial Systems

19th July 2024

In today's dynamic world of modern warfare, marked by rapid technological innovation, Maritime Uncrewed Systems (MUS) have become indispensable.
Naval Warfare

Japan to boost surface fleet with new destroyers and missile ships

18th July 2024

Japan is enhancing its naval capabilities with the construction of the 13DDX advanced destroyer and Aegis System Equipped Vessels (AESV), aiming to strengthen its air and missile defence amid increasing security threats, particularly in East Asia.
Naval Warfare

RIMPAC 2024 brings more navies together than ever before for biennial warfare exercise

17th July 2024

RIMPAC 2024 offered 29 national navies opportunities to train together for combat readiness in multiple domains, including underwater.
Digital Battlespace

The New Battlefield: Space Defence, Emerging Threats, and Strategic Opportunities (Studio)

11th July 2024

The growing importance of space in modern warfare, advancements in satellite technology, and increasing threats from rivals like China and Russia were among the topics of a Eurosatory 2024 panel on military space operations.
Naval Warfare

Thales to test passive sonar on Naval Group large uncrewed underwater vessel

11th July 2024

Naval Group’s extra-large uncrewed underwater vessel (XL-UUV) demonstrator, which completed sea qualification in mid-2023, is a key component of the French defence procurement agency’s (DGA’s) Unmanned Combat Underwater Vehicle (UCUV) demonstrator project.
Digital Battlespace

Lockheed Martin to work with DARPA on AI effort

11th July 2024

During the 18-month period of the contract, Lockheed Martin will apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) techniques to create surrogate models of aircraft, sensors, electronic warfare and weapons within dynamic and operationally representative environments.
Digital Battlespace

US Space Force focuses acquisition efforts on capabilities for contested scenarios

10th July 2024

The service plans to invest nearly US$23 billion in procurement and RDT&E efforts over FY2025.
Digital Battlespace

The Growing Role of Satellite Communications in Multi-Domain Operations (Studio)

10th July 2024

The landscape of military and humanitarian operations is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the increasing necessity for real-time, secure information sharing across multiple domains. As multi-domain operations and information superiority become central to mission success, the role of satellite communications (SATCOM) is evolving to meet these critical demands.
Naval Warfare

Military threats force through Australian frigate procurement

9th July 2024

Construction may have been started by BAE Systems on the first Hunter-class frigate but scepticism surrounds the general-purpose frigate programme due to delays and planning issues.
Naval Warfare

Naval artificial intelligence demonstrated in new applications in Paris

9th July 2024

The prevalence of AI-enabled solutions from startups and major defence company at this year’s Eurosatory highlighted both the potential benefits and trust-related challenges associated with its adoption.
Naval Warfare

Pioneer USV to begin sea trials this year

4th July 2024

The Pioneer USV is being built for ACUA Ocean at Aluminium Marine Consultants (AMC) in the UK on the Isle of Wight. ACUA has also been developing the larger Maelstrom USV.
Training

German Navy takes delivery of ship handling trainer

4th July 2024

The system is designed to teach content in navigation, nautical law, military procedures, ship-handling and basic seamanship such as manoeuvring in port, towing or being towed.
Naval Warfare

What does the arrival of the USS Wasp in the Mediterranean Sea mean for US European and African Commands?

3rd July 2024

The vessel is intended to boost the US deterrence in the region and de-escalate tensions between Israel and Lebanon.
Naval Warfare

Second Belgian mine counter-measure ship launched

3rd July 2024

Twelve new Mine Countermeasures Vessels (MCMVs) are being built to replace the Tripartite-class MCMV. The programme is a joint Dutch-Belgian procurement and a contract was awarded to Belgium Naval Robotics (BNR) in 2019.
Air Warfare

US Army and US Navy test common hypersonic missile in Hawaii

2nd July 2024

Data collected from the trial will enable the services to advance with the Conventional Prompt Strike and the Long Range Hypersonic Weapon All Up Round/Dark Eagle programmes.
Naval Warfare

Three CB90 patrol boats delivered to Ukraine

1st July 2024

Combatboat (Stridsbåt) 90 (CB90) is a class of small, rapid attack boats designed for raiding and inshore/nearshore coastal protection operations or deploying up to 20 troops and equipment.
Air Warfare

MQ-25 development progresses as new contracts possible

1st July 2024

The MQ-25 Stingray represents the latest developments in the UAS field, bring closer to reality many of the often predicted additional roles that could be conducted by these types of systems.