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May 26, 2026
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South Korea to build nuclear submarines

South Korea has confirmed plans to domestically build its first nuclear-powered submarines, with the lead vessel expected to enter service in the mid-2030s. The move follows long-standing efforts by...

May 25, 2026
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Arcfield wins $75M Navy submarine contract

Arcfield has secured a $75-million follow-on contract from the US Navy Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport to continue supporting the Code 25 submarine combat control systems program. The five-year...

May 25, 2026
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US Coast Guard plans microwave weapon

The US Coast Guard is working with Lockheed Martin to develop a craft-mounted high-power microwave weapon designed to disable small, fast-moving smuggling vessels. The system uses electromagnetic bursts to...

May 24, 2026
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Taiwan Tracks 100+ Chinese Vessels

Taiwan’s security authorities have reported an unusually large deployment of more than 100 Chinese naval, coast guard, and auxiliary vessels operating across waters stretching from the Yellow Sea to...

May 23, 2026
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MK 48: Heavyweight Strike Torpedo

The MK 48 heavyweight torpedo continues to serve as one of the most advanced and strategically important underwater weapons in modern naval warfare, providing submarines with the capability to...

May 20, 2026
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Defense Engineering Tie-Up Announced

has entered a strategic partnership with to enhance engineering services supporting British defense infrastructure and submarine programs. The five-year agreement aims to improve the delivery of specialist technical expertise...

May 19, 2026
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France to build frigates for Sweden

The Swedish government has announced plans to procure four advanced frigates from France’s Naval Group to modernize its naval fleet and strengthen regional maritime security. After reviewing competing bids...

May 19, 2026
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France to Supply Four Swedish Frigates

The Swedish government has announced plans to acquire four advanced frigates from France’s Naval Group as part of a large-scale naval modernization effort. Officials highlighted the French company’s ability...

May 16, 2026
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USS Gerald Ford returns from deployment

The USS Gerald R. Ford, recognized as the world’s largest aircraft carrier, has returned to the United States after completing a 326-day deployment that included operations in the Caribbean...

May 14, 2026
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Saab, PGZ Expand Naval Cooperation

Saab and Poland’s state-owned defense group PGZ have signed a new cooperation agreement focused on naval platforms, underwater systems, and future maritime defense technologies. The partnership includes plans for...