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August 5, 2025
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Australia to Procure 11 Mogami-Class Warships Under Pact With Japan

In a historic $6 billion deal, Australia will buy 11 Mogami-class frigates from Japan to modernize its navy. Built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the stealth ships are expected to...

August 5, 2025
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Italian Navy Commissions Advanced Multi-Role Warship

Italy’s newest multi-role frigate, the Emilio Bianchi, was handed over as part of Italy–France defense cooperation. The state-of-the-art vessel boasts stealth features, top-speed propulsion, advanced sensor suites, missile systems,...

August 4, 2025
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First-Ever South China Sea Patrols Begin for Indian and Philippine Navies

For the first time, Indian and Philippine naval forces are jointly patrolling the South China Sea amid China’s expansive claims. The operation coincides with President Marcos’ state visit to...

August 3, 2025
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Joint China-Russia Military Drills Commence in Sea of Japan

Joint Chinese-Russian naval drills began in the Sea of Japan with four Chinese ships and multiple Russian vessels. These exercises, part of their annual partnership, showcase growing military ties...

August 1, 2025
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US Navy places new Arleigh Burke destroyer order with General Dynamics

General Dynamics will build a new Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer for the US Navy, continuing its legacy of advanced surface combatants. The ship will feature modern warfare systems...

July 30, 2025
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India begins construction of the first AI-equipped patrol ship to combat maritime threats.

India has commenced construction of its first artificial intelligence-powered patrol vessel, designed to enhance maritime security and conduct multi-role missions throughout its exclusive economic zone. The new vessel, named...

July 30, 2025
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QinetiQ Receives $26 Million Deal to Provide Essential Systems for American Nuclear Submarines

General Dynamics Electric Boat has awarded QinetiQ US a $26-million subcontract to deliver essential systems for the US Navy’s Virginia-class and Columbia-class submarines. Under the agreement, QinetiQ will manufacture,...

July 30, 2025
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The REMUS 620 drone has been approved by the US Navy for use in torpedo tubes.

A collaborative effort involving Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and the US Navy has successfully validated the compatibility of the REMUS 620 unmanned underwater vehicle...

July 29, 2025
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From Turkey, Indonesia purchases two Istif warships.

Indonesia has entered into a nearly $1 billion agreement to procure two Istif-class frigates from Turkey, formalized during a defense expo in Istanbul. This acquisition reflects Jakarta’s broader strategy...

July 29, 2025
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Under the EU’s defense plan, France’s SEAir will create an unmanned surface vessel.

French company SEAir has unveiled its ARROW project—a fully autonomous, uncrewed surface vessel—developed under a €7.5 million ($8.6 million) initiative funded by the European Defence Fund and coordinated by...