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June 1, 2026
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River-Class Ships Get Anti-Stealth Sonar

Canada’s future River-class destroyer fleet will be equipped with the S2087 anti-stealth submarine sonar system following a contract award from Lockheed Martin Canada to Thales Canada. Designed to provide...

June 1, 2026
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Canada Destroyers Get Lifetime Support

India’s strategic submarine modernization effort is advancing with the development of the S-5 class SSBN, a program intended to significantly enhance the country’s nuclear deterrence posture. Recent reports indicate...

May 31, 2026
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Navy Studies Larger Nuclear Sub Class

The IAF’s MiG-29UPG fleet is undergoing a comprehensive transformation designed to maintain its frontline relevance while strengthening India’s defense self-reliance objectives. With approximately 55 aircraft expected to remain in...

May 31, 2026
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Revised Deal Sends Used Nuclear Subs

The United States and Australia have agreed to modify aspects of the AUKUS submarine arrangement, with Canberra now set to receive three operational Virginia-class submarines rather than a mix...

May 29, 2026
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Kongsberg, OSI team on submarine navigation

Strategic partnerships in the naval sector are driving the development of advanced submarine navigation and combat management capabilities for future underwater fleets. Modern submarine programs require highly accurate navigation...

May 27, 2026
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Thales modernizes Greek Hydra frigates

Greece has selected Thales to modernize the combat systems of its Hydra-class frigates as part of a major mid-life upgrade program for the Hellenic Navy. The modernization package includes...

May 26, 2026
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Japan pitches Mogami frigates to NZ

Japan is preparing formal discussions with New Zealand over a potential export of its upgraded Mogami-class stealth frigate as Tokyo continues expanding defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. The next-generation...

May 26, 2026
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Indonesia moves Scorpene project ahead

Indonesia’s state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL has advanced to the pre-production stage of its Scorpene-class submarine program, marking a significant step in the country’s naval modernization effort. Developed in partnership...

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...