French shipbuilder Naval Group has revealed plans to offer its next-generation Defence and Intervention (FDI) frigates to Sweden, teaming up with local shipyard Oresund Drydocks to provide maintenance, support, and strengthen the country’s naval capabilities.
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.
German shipbuilding giant TKMS and Canadian construction services company EllisDon have signed a strategic teaming agreement reflecting their shared intention to develop a long-term, cooperative, and sustainable collaboration in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP).
Hanwha has further expanded its industrial partnerships in Canada, announcing a series of strategic MOUs spanning steel, space, artificial intelligence, and advanced technologies in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP).
Hanwha Ocean and Babcock Canada have joined forces to pursue a joint approach for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP).
To help bring the Royal Canadian Navy’s (RCN) new River-class destroyer into service and support them throughout their lifecycle, the Department of National Defence (DND) is building a land-based test facility (LBTF) on DND property at Hartlen Point in Eastern Passage, Nova Scotia.
Hanwha Group has formally entered the Canadian defense market with the launch of Hanwha Defence Canada in Ottawa, appointing former Royal Canadian Navy officer Glenn Copeland as Managing Director and CEO.
BAE Systems received a $184 million contract from the US Marine Corps for the production of 30 additional amphibious combat vehicles (ACVs), a portion of the previously awarded full-rate production (FRP) Lot 5/6 contract.
James Fisher Defence (JFD Global) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ST Engineering Marine to explore new opportunities for collaboration in Singapore and beyond.
Hanwha Defense USA (HDUSA), Hanwha Systems Co (HSC), and US-based collaborative autonomy company HavocAI have joined forces to develop new 61-meter autonomous surface vessels (ASV).
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) has secured a second maintenance contract from the US Navy, further expanding its presence in the US naval maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) market.
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
From quantum navigation under the waves to fully autonomous surface warships and crewless helicopters preparing for flight, navies and defense innovators pushed the boundaries to support their defense strategies in an ever-evolving landscape.
From record-breaking export deals to major fleet expansions and innovative projects, here are the top naval stories our readers found most compelling this year.
