Equipment & technology
Thales rolls out hybrid mine warfare system integrating manned and unmanned assets
Defense company Thales Group has launched the Expeditionary PathMaster system, an AI-enabled solution built around an innovative expeditionary portable operations center (e-POC) that allows naval forces to conduct full mine countermeasures missions anywhere in the world.
Latvia to acquire naval strike missile coastal defense system from Kongsberg
The US Department of Defense has awarded Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace a $45.5 million firm-fixed-price contract to supply the Republic of Latvia with a naval strike missile (NSM) coastal defense system.
Rolls-Royce and PGZ team up on joint projects for Poland’s armed forces
Engine manufacturer Rolls-Royce and Polish defense technology group Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to pursue joint projects for Poland’s armed forces.
Kongsberg scores combat systems upgrade deal for Norwegian Navy’s Skjold-class corvettes
Norwegian company Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has signed a contract with the Norwegian Defence Material Agency for upgrading the combat system on board the Norwegian Navy’s Skjold-class corvettes.
Rheinmetall to supply eight Seasnake 30 weapon systems for Swedish Navy’s boats
Sweden has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply eight Seasnake 30 weapon systems for the Swedish Navy.
Naval Group backs Thales’ cortAIx to tackle AI integration in defense systems
French shipbuilder Naval Group has invested in the capital of cortAIx France, joining Thales to address major challenges related to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into critical defense systems.
AUKUS partners to turbocharge development of robotic, autonomous systems in 2026
The AUKUS nations have decided to intensify efforts to accelerate the development and integration of robotic and autonomous maritime systems in 2026, building on last year’s successful trials and technology demonstrations.
TKMS and SpearUAV partner to advance sub-to-air drone capabilities for underwater platforms
German shipbuilding company TKMS has signed a framework agreement with Israel’s SpearUAV to advance sub-to-air loitering unmanned aerial system (UAS) capabilities for underwater platforms.
Ultra Maritime secures £40 million contract to deliver sonobuoys for Royal Navy
Ultra Maritime has secured a £40 million contract from the UK Ministry of Defense (MoD) to deliver sonobuoys for the Royal Navy’s Merlin maritime patrol helicopter.
New mine-hunting system linking surface vessels and underwater robots unveiled in Norway
Norwegian companies Eelume and Maritime Robotics have unveiled a new mine-hunting system that brings together unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and autonomous underwater robots, aiming to improve the safety and effectiveness of mine countermeasures at sea.
UK injects millions of pounds to boost drone warfare
The UK government has decided to invest millions of pounds in strengthening its capabilities in drone warfare and counter‑drone technology.
Babcock and Frankenburg partner on counter-drone air defense system
Babcock has signed a memorandum of understanding with Frankenburg Technologies to jointly explore the development of a maritime counter-drone air defense system.
SCHOTTEL to supply propulsion package for Polish Navy rescue vessel
The new Polish Navy rescue vessel “Ratownik”, currently under construction at PGZ Stocznia Wojenna, will be equipped with a comprehensive propulsion package supplied by SCHOTTEL. Designed to replace the Navy’s existing rescue units, the ship is expected to significantly enhance submarine crew rescue
Rheinmetall and MBDA to team up on naval laser activities
Rheinmetall and MBDA in Germany are planning on establishing a joint venture for their naval laser activities in the first quarter of 2026. Based on their existing cooperation since 2019 and the successful implementation of a naval laser demonstrator, the new company will develop and provide high-pe