Vessels
RMC cuts steel for fourth Pohjanmaa-class corvette, lays keel for third
Shipbuilder Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) has reached major production milestones in the Finnish Navy’s Squadron 2020 program, cutting steel for the fourth Pohjanmaa-class multi-purpose corvette while laying the keel of the third vessel.
Polish Navy launches second SIGINT ship in Gdansk
Polish Navy’s second SIGINT (signals intelligence) ship, ORP Henryk Zygalski, has been launched in Gdańsk, Poland.
OCCAR: FREMM EVO Program completes CDR
The FREMM EVO Program has completed its critical design review (CDR) across all three domains: platform, combat system, and whole warship/integrated logistic support.
UK’s first uncrewed submarine delivered
The Royal Navy has taken delivery of XV Excalibur, the UK’s first uncrewed submarine, marking a major step forward in autonomous undersea warfare.
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
Power at sea: Naval project milestones to watch in 2026
From new frigates and patrol vessels to next-generation autonomous platforms, these projects are redefining maritime power and marking a new era in naval operations.
World’s firsts: Naval breakthroughs in 2025
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.
Global naval power in focus: Top stories on Naval Today in 2025
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.
Denmark moves to acquire P-8A Poseidon aircraft under $1.8 billion deal
The United States has approved a potential $1.8 billion foreign military sale (FMS) to Denmark, covering multi-mission maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, the P-8A Poseidon.
Türkiye enriches naval fleet with new Reis-class submarine and naval platforms
Türkiye has enriched its naval fleet with the induction of a new submarine and unmanned systems at a ceremony in Istanbul, highlighting both technological progress and the growing role of domestic industry in naval defense.
Indonesian Navy welcomes second multipurpose combat ship in Italy
The Indonesian Navy has taken delivery of the second multipurpose combat ship (PPA) KRI PRABU SILIWANGI-321 from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri.
Is UK’s first Type 32 coming soon? The mystery around the project grows
The Royal Navy’s future Type 32 frigate has yet to progress beyond the concept stage, with the UK government still unable to provide key details about the program.
Italian Navy’s fleet renewal program progresses with delivery of LSS Atlante
The Italian Navy has taken delivery of Atlante, its second logistic support ship (LSS), during a ceremony held at Fincantieri’s Castellammare di Stabia shipyard, marking another step forward in the service’s fleet renewal program managed under the aegis of Organization for Joint Armament Cooperation
Fincantieri lays keel for second Italian Navy’s OPV
Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has held the keel-laying ceremony for the second of four next-generation offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) for the Italian Navy at its Riva Trigoso shipyard.