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Navy warplanes spotted in formation over world’s largest aircraft carrier (PHOTOS)
Aircraft from US Navy Carrier Air Wing 8 fly in formation over the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the Ford-class USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78), during the wing’s aerial change-of-command ceremony while underway in the Caribbean Sea.
US Navy ousts head of First Naval Construction Regiment
The US Navy has relieved the commodore of First Naval Construction Regiment (1 NCR) due to loss of confidence in his ability to command.
Albania appoints new naval commander, eyes modernization of fleet
Albania has appointed Rear Admiral Arsen Mullaj as the new commander of its Naval Force, marking a key leadership change as the government moves to accelerate the modernization of the country’s maritime capabilities.
UK’s largest-ever warship export deal spurs record £20 billion defense exports
The UK has recorded its highest defence exports since records began, driven in large part by the country’s largest-ever warship export deal
Indian Navy commissions second MH-60R helicopter squadron
The Indian Navy has commissioned its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, the ‘Ospreys’, in Goa, as part of its continued efforts towards modernization and capability enhancements.
US Coast Guard moves to regulate nuclear technologies with new policy division
The US Coast Guard has established the Maritime Nuclear Policy Division to develop and implement policies governing the safe and secure integration of nuclear technology into the marine transportation system.
Canada launches new joint forces command to bolster multi-domain ops
Canada has established the Canadian Joint Forces Command (CJFC), a new Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) command designed to strengthen leadership, coordination, and accountability for joint military capabilities across the CAF.
US Navy launches second unmanned patrol squadron
The US Navy advanced its unmanned aerial capabilities by establishing Unmanned Patrol Squadron (VUP) 11, the second operational MQ-4C Triton squadron.
€1.7 billion defense plan to set Irish Navy on course for major modernization
Ireland has launched a new Defence Sectoral National Development Plan (NDP), which sets out the government’s record €1.7 billion capital investment in defense over the next five years.
AUKUS goes ‘full steam ahead’ as partners shift from review to delivery
The trilateral AUKUS partnership is moving “full steam ahead” into the delivery phase after the United States completed the review, accelerating plans to field next-generation submarines and advanced defense technologies to bolster deterrence in the Indo-Pacific and Euro-Atlantic regions.
US Navy injects $448M into AI and autonomy to back shipbuilding
Secretary of the Navy John Phelan has announced a $448 million strategic investment in the Shipbuilding Operating System (Ship OS) to accelerate the adoption of artificial intelligence and autonomy technologies across the industrial base.
UK and Norway sign major defense deal, establish interchangeable Type 26 fleet
The UK and Norway have signed a first-of-its-kind defence agreement that will see British and Norwegian navies operating side by side in the North Atlantic.
Canada joins EU’s €150 billion SAFE defense program
The European Union (EU) and Canada have concluded negotiations granting Canada participation in the new defence procurement instrument, Security Action for Europe (SAFE).
Australia sets up dedicated agency to streamline defense procurement
The Australian Government has announced sweeping reforms to the country’s defense procurement framework, establishing a new Defence Delivery Agency to streamline capability acquisition and sustainment and improve accountability across major projects.