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Dutch Frigate HNLMS Tromp Arrests Suspected Pirates
On 5 May, the Dutch frigate HNLMS Tromp, at about 10 miles off the Somali coast, arrested a whaler carrying 4 men, possibly pirates. Following the destruction of their boat, the suspects were taken on board the frigate to be interviewed. One day later, the men were dropped off in a dinghy near the [
UK: Royal Navy Ready for Unexpected Global Events
Numerous vessels are taking part in Cougar 11, this summer’s deployment of the Royal Navy’s new Response Force Task Group (RFTG). Consisting of ships, aircraft and personnel held at very high readiness, the RFTG is at the heart of the UK’s ability to react at short notice to unforeseen global events
USS John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group Begins Exercise In Preparation For Deployment
The USS John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSCSG) began its composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX) May 6 after pulling out of San Diego. COMPTUEX, a three-week evolution required of each carrier strike group before departing for a deployment overseas, qualifies JCSCSG to deploy to any theat
Spanish Frigate ESPS CANARIAS Leaves EU NAVFOR
ESPS CANARIAS, the Spanish frigate finished as an EU NAVFOR warship after 126 days proudly flying the European Flag. She has conducted a variety of tasks in the force and with a continuous dedication has always been ready for any duties, as well as demonstrating a proactive attitude to face all chal
REMUS 100 AUV Aids in Discovery of World War I German Submarine U-106
Hydroid, Inc., a subsidiary of Kongsberg Maritime, the leading manufacturer of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles, announced today that its REMUS 100 AUV aided in the discovery of the World War I German submarine U-106, which had been missing since October 1917. The Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN), which
Iranian Navy’s 14th Fleet of Warships Save UAE Oil Tanker from Pirates
The Iranian Navy’s 14th fleet of warships has thwarted an attempt by pirates to hijack an oil tanker belonging to the United Arab Emirates… (presstv) [mappress] Source: presstv, May 9, 2011;
China: Navy’s Deployment of More Hsiung Feng III Missiles Could Counter Carrier Threat
The navy’s deployment of more Hsiung Feng III (HF-3) surface-to-surface missiles could provide the means to counter the potential threat pos… By Rich Chang (taipeitimes) [mappress] Source: taipeitimes, May 9, 2011;
USS Bunker Hill Responds to Piracy Attack
Guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) boarded a suspected pirate vessel in cooperation with international forces while responding to a distress call May 5. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Organization received a distress call from the Panamanian-flagged merchant vessel Full City and passe
EU Naval Force, EMSA Collaborate to Develop Integrated Maritime Monitoring Service
EU Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) in conjunction with the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) have collaborated to develop an integrated maritime monitoring service (MARSURV) to allow EUNAVFOR to track merchant vessels in the High Risk Area off the coast of Somalia. EMSA is the technical cooperation plat
Indian Naval Warships, Aircraft Thwart Pirate Attack
An attack by Somali pirates on a Chinese cargo ship with 24 crew members on board in the Arabian Sea was successfully thwarted by Indian nav… (deccanherald) [mappress] Source: deccanherald, May 6, 2011; n attack by Somali pirates on a Chinese cargo ship with 24 crew members on board in the Arabian
Russia’s BSF, Ukrainian Navy to Conduct Joint Missile Firings in Summer
Russia’s Black Sea Fleet (BSF) and Ukrainian Navy are about to hold joint missile firings in summer 2011 in the Black Sea, reports TSN.ua… (rusnavy) [mappress] Source: rusnavy, May 6, 2011;
Ohio-Class Guided Missile Submarine Arrives in Busan, Korea
Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Michigan (SSGN-727) arrived in Busan, Korea April 30, as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific. “Michigan is forward deployed, bringing tremendous capabilities to the theater in support of our friends and allies,” said Capt. Phil McLaughlin, USS Michig
Somali Pirates Kill Indian Carrier
India announced that it delaying, indefinitely, plans to build any more aircraft carriers. This is being done for several reasons. Most imme… (strategypage) [mappress] Source: strategypage, May 5, 2011;
USA: Tetra Tech Wins USD 31 Million IT Support Contract
Tetra Tech, Inc. announced today that it has been awarded a $31 million task order under the Company’s previously announced Seaport-Enhanced Multiple Award Contract (Seaport-e). Under the five-year program, Tetra Tech will provide information technology support services for the All Weapons Informati