Equipment & technology
Intermarine to build patrol vessel duo for Italian Guardia di Finanza
Intermarine, part of the IMMSI Group, has won a tender issued by the General Command of the Guardia di Finanza for the construction of two patrol vessels.
Australia selects combat systems integrator for Virginia-class submarines
AUKUS in Australia is taking another significant step forward with the Australian Government selecting Lockheed Martin Australia as the preferred combat system integration partner for Australia’s future fleet of Virginia-class submarines.
Australia kicks off $11 billion upgrade program for ageing Collins-class subs
Australia has launched the life extension program for its Collins-class submarines, with HMAS Farncomb set to become the first boat to undergo major sustainment and upgrade work.
RMC floats out second Pohjanmaa-class corvette for Finnish Navy
Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) has launched the second multi-purpose corvette of the Pohjanmaa class, built by the Rauma Shipyard for the Finnish Navy.
Spanish Navy’s F-110 frigate program hits a milestone
Spanish shipbuilder Navantia has started up two of four diesel generators on the Spanish Navy’s first frigate of the F110 program.
Naval Group splashes French Navy’s second FDI frigate
Shipbuilding company Naval Group has launched the second defense and intervention (FDI) frigate ordered by France’s defense procurement agency, the DGA, for the French Navy.
Airbus, Spanish Navy complete crewed-uncrewed teaming exercise
Airbus and the Spanish Navy have completed a crewed-uncrewed teaming exercise integrating a naval vessel, helicopter and drones to validate real-time data sharing and multi-domain operational capabilities during a tactical trial in Spain.
Malaysia demands $250M compensation from Norway over cancelled missile deal
Malaysia is seeking more than $250 million in compensation from Norway after Oslo revoked export approvals for a naval strike missile system intended for the Royal Malaysian Navy.
Transforming industry with Spectra Fiber’s advanced HMPE solutions
In diverse sectors such as defense, marine and offshore, industrial, and high-performance textiles, the choice of fiber is paramount. The materials used directly impact safety, reliability, and lifetime costs. As the military faces evolving challenges, the demand for advanced fiber solutions continu
Navantia UK unveils new autonomous surface vessel design
Navantia UK has unveiled a new model for a large autonomous surface vessel to support the ‘hybrid navy’ of the future.
US Navy’s MQ-25A Stingray cleared for low-rate production
The US Navy’s MQ-25A Stingray unmanned tanker has received Milestone C approval, allowing the program to enter low-rate initial production following the aircraft’s recent first flight.
SYOS Aerospace introduces SU10 uncrewed underwater vehicle
SYOS Aerospace has introduced the SU10 uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) to extend and strengthen its multi-domain autonomous uncrewed portfolio across air, land, sea to subsurface.
Cellula Robotics, Metron forge 10-year partnership to advance next-gen AUVs
Cellula Robotics and Metron have signed a 10-year agreement to jointly develop and deliver autonomous undersea capabilities for the US defense market.
Wärtsilä secures lifecycle agreement for Finnish Border Guard vessels
Finnish technology group Wärtsilä has signed a 10-year lifecycle agreement with the Finnish Border Guard to support the operational readiness and maintenance of the agency’s offshore patrol vessel fleet in the Baltic Sea.