The Australian Department of Defense has taken delivery of the first Arafura-class offshore patrol vessel, NUSHIP Arafura, for further testing and evaluation ahead of delivery to the Royal Australian Navy.
Mitsubishi Shipbuilding, a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, has concluded a contract with the Indonesian Maritime Security Agency (BAKAMLA) for the construction of an offshore patrol vessel (OPV).
Babcock Australasia has secured the first Global Supply Chain (GSC) Program contracts for the maintenance work on a Royal New Zealand Navy’s (RNZN) frigate.
Norwegian technology company Kongsberg Maritime has secured a contract to supply advanced propulsion and maneuvering technology for two new KCR-70 fast attack craft for the Indonesian Navy.
The Australian Government has decided to invest an additional $262 million to support local defense industry uplift and develop Australia’s AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine supply chain.
Babcock Australasia has been awarded a $30 million lift and hoists contract to enhance operational capabilities on board the Royal Australian Navy’s first three Hunter-class frigates.
L3Harris Technologies has received a contract from BAE Systems Maritime Australia for the integrated platform management system (IPMS) on the Royal Australian Navy’s (RAN) Hunter-class frigates.
Republic of Korea’s (ROK’s) Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) has contracted local aerospace and arms manufacturer LIG Nex1 to work on the reconnaissance unmanned surface vehicle (USV) system development project.
Naval power has emerged as a central element in these power struggles, with nations increasingly focused on enhancing their maritime capabilities and expanding their fleets.
The Indian Ministry of Defense has signed a deal with French company Naval Group for the integration of electronic heavyweight torpedoes (EHWT) onboard the Kalvari-class submarines.
The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) has launched its first Type 076 new-generation amphibious assault ship.
The US State Department has made a determination approving a possible foreign military sale (FMS) to the Republic of Korea (ROK) of the KDX-II Class Destroyers Product Improvement Program.
