Surface Vessels
France: DCNS, PIRIOU to Set Up JV Specialising in Maritime Security Ships
DCNS and PIRIOU have entered into exclusive negotiations to set up a joint venture specialising in maritime security ships built to civilian shipbuilding standards. The project is part of both companiesʼ growth strategies and will expand their accessible markets. DCNS and PIRIOU aim to leverage thei
UK: RFA Wave Knight Refuels HMS Westminster
Sailors on HMS Westminster were treated to a meteorological phenomenon as their frigate took on fuel from tanker RFA Wave Knight in the Western Approaches. The two ships linked up in rough seas for the second time in little over a week as Westminster continued exercising and training, this time in c
Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carrier Key for Russia’s Security at Sea
For two years Russia has been developing a prospective nuclear-powered aircraft carrier which is to be one of the key elements… [mappress] Source: Russian Navy, November 29, 2012
Keel-Laying Date of Fourth Frigate for Russian Navy Still Undefined
Exact date of the keel-laying ceremony of another frigate for Russian Navy has not been set so far, a source in shipbuilding industry told Central Navy Portal… [mappress] Source: Russian Navy, November 28, 2012; Image: Military
Defense Ministry Set Delivery Deadline for INS Vikramaditya
Indian defense ministry named the end of 2013 as a deadline for delivery of aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya modernized… [mappress] Source: Russian Navy, November 28, 2012
Coalition Efforts Yield Fall in Piracy Attacks in the Gulf Region
The Director of Combined Maritime Forces in the Gulf region says coalition efforts have led to a fall in piracy attacks against merchant shipping and local fishing dhows but the risk to trade remains high. The International Maritime Bureau’s Piracy Reporting Centre reported just one attempted attack
MCM2 Team Takes Command of RN’s Gulf-Based Minehunter Force
Portsmouth mine warfare experts have now taken over command from their Faslane counterparts in charge of the Royal Navy’s key mine warfare force in the Gulf. After six months in the hot seat, the battle staff from the Faslane-based 1st Mine Countermeasures Squadron (MCM1) have handed over command of
HMS Sutherland Hands Over Pirate-Busting Duties to Her Sister Northumberland
There’s a change of hands in the Indian Ocean as HMS Sutherland has been replaced by her sister Northumberland – as Britain’s constant effort to choke pirates, smugglers and other criminal activity continues. The Fighting Clan is homeward bound for Devonport in time for Christmas after five months e
UK: High Profile Naval Visitor for Re-Vamped Minehunter HMS Chiddingfold
The crew of Portsmouth based Minehunter HMS Chiddingfold hosted a high profile Naval visitor on Wednesday when Admiral Sir George Zambellas KCB DSC RN, Fleet Commander and Deputy Chief of Naval Staff visited the Hunt class vessel. It was on with overalls and down into the engine spaces. Admiral Zamb
Russian Navy Postpones Commissioning of Stealth Corvette Boiky
Russian Navy postponed commissioning of the stealth corvette Boiky for indefinite term due to failed delivery of 100-mm gun… Source: Russian Navy, November 27, 2012; Image: Flot
USS George Washington CSADD Participate in CFAY Turkey Bowl
The U.S. Navy’s forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington’s (CVN 73) chapter of Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) participated in Fleet Activities Yokosuka’s CSADD chapter’s 2012 flag football ‘Turkey Bowl’ at Fleet Activities Yokosuka Nov. 25. The game, like a
French Navy Takes Delivery of First FREMM Multimission Frigate
On 23 November, European Joint Armament Cooperation Organisation OCCAR formally signed acceptance documents on behalf of French defence procurement agency DGA following the delivery of FREMM frigate Aquitaine in compliance with all contractual requirements. Aquitaine is the first FREMM multimission
Indian Newly Built Frigate INS Tarkash Hits Quay
Under way from Kaliningrad for Baltiysk on frigate INS Tarkash newly built by Yantar shipyard, Indian naval mariners… [mappress] Source: Russian Navy, November 27, 2012; Image: RN
Russian Navy Needs Up-to-Date Aircraft Carriers, Navy Commander Says
Russian Navy needs up-to-date aircraft carriers; project design of a prospective aircraft carrier for Russian Navy will be finished by… [mappress] Source: Russian Navy, November 27, 2012