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BAE Systems, BMT win $163M deal to support Australian Navy’s Anzac-class frigates
BAE Systems Australia – Maritime and BMT have been awarded the Anzac Class Designer Support Contract (DSC) to sustain and enhance the Royal Australian Navy’s Anzac-class frigates.
How ports are hardening against grey-zone threats at sea
As the world faces greater geopolitical volatility in 2026, maritime grey-zone threats are becoming a growing concern for ports worldwide, especially those near ongoing regional conflicts.
US Navy awards $15.3B contract modification to GDEB for Columbia and Virginia-class subs
The US Navy has awarded a $15.38 billion contract modification to General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) to accelerate production and long-term support for its Columbia-class and Virginia-class submarine programs through 2035.
Carrier Air Wing 7 sees command change ahead of deployment on USS George H.W. Bush
Leadership of Carrier Air Wing 7 has transitioned as the unit prepares for deployment with Carrier Strike Group 10 (CSG 10).
$1 billion boost for AUKUS: US expands submarine support to UK
The US has approved a potential $1 billion foreign military sales package to the UK, expanding technical and engineering support for next-generation nuclear-powered submarines developed under the AUKUS partnership.
Ireland plans new legal powers for naval service to strengthen maritime security
Ireland is preparing to introduce new legislation granting the naval service expanded powers to safeguard the country’s maritime domain.
Ireland launches first-ever National Maritime Security Strategy
Ireland has unveiled its first National Maritime Security Strategy, setting out a five-year roadmap to protect the state’s sovereign maritime interests, strengthen defence capabilities at sea, and reinforce the legal order across its vast maritime domain.
Australia funds long-lead items for future SSN-AUKUS fleet
Australia has announced a $310 million payment for the acquisition of long‑lead items from the United Kingdom to support Australia’s future sovereign conventionally‑armed, nuclear‑powered submarine capability.
Commander of US Navy’s destroyer removed after collision with supply ship
Rear Adm. Carlos Sardiello, commander of US Naval Forces Southern Command and US 4th Fleet, relieved Cmdr. James Koffi, as commanding officer of USS Truxtun (DDG 103) on February 22, citing a loss of confidence in his ability to command.
US Navy: Destroyer CO fired during pre-deployment training mission
The US Navy has relieved the commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG-87), Capt. Chavius G. Lewis, citing a “loss of confidence in his ability to command.”
Australia commits $3.9 billion down payment for Osborne submarine construction yard
The Australian government has announced it will invest $3.9 billion as a down payment to deliver the new submarine construction yard in Osborne.
US Navy releases Hedge Strategy
The US Navy has released a new “Hedge Strategy” aimed at preparing the fleet for an increasingly unpredictable and contested global security environment, outlining how it plans to organize, train, equip and fight against adversaries.
After major frigate export deal with Norway, UK decides to double troops in High North
The UK has announced that it will double the number of British troops deployed to Norway over the next three years, increasing its presence from 1,000 to 2,000 personnel.
UK: Major defense investments worth billions harder to track amid DIP delay
Parliamentary committees have raised serious concerns over delays to the UK Defence Investment Plan (DIP), warning that the lack of timely updates is making it increasingly difficult to track major defense programs worth hundreds of billions of pounds.