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May 13, 2026
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US Navy Targets 450+ Ships by 2055

The United States Navy has released a long-term shipbuilding and modernization blueprint aimed at increasing its operational fleet to more than 450 ships over the coming decades. The ambitious...

May 12, 2026
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Raytheon to Supply SeaRAM for Australia

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has selected Raytheon to supply SeaRAM self-defense systems for Australia’s upgraded Mogami-class frigates under the Sea3000 program. Deliveries for the first three ships are scheduled from...

May 12, 2026
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General Dynamics Wins $2.3B Sub Deal

The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $2.3-billion contract modification to support long-lead materials and early manufacturing work for Virginia-class Block VI submarines. The work, extending...

May 6, 2026
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Rheinmetall Joins Romania Corvette Program

Romania has allocated major funding for the domestic construction of two MMPV 90 corvettes derived from a German modular patrol vessel design. Developed with Rheinmetall involvement, the ships will...

May 5, 2026
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New Navajo-Class Recovery Ship Named

The US Navy has introduced its seventh Navajo-class support ship, the USNS Solomon Atkinson (T-ATS 12), marking another milestone in fleet modernization. Named after decorated SEAL veteran Solomon Atkinson,...

April 30, 2026
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Albania naval plan includes 10 new ships

Fincantieri and KAYO have formed a joint venture to develop Albania’s naval shipbuilding capabilities. The partnership aims to construct up to 10 naval vessels by 2030 while revitalizing domestic...

April 30, 2026
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10 European allies form joint naval force

Ten European nations have agreed to strengthen cooperation under the Joint Expeditionary Force to address rising security threats in northern maritime regions. Led by the United Kingdom, the JEF...

April 29, 2026
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Ingalls Wins $283M Frigate Contract

Ingalls Shipbuilding has secured a contract to initiate early-stage development for the US Navy’s FF(X) frigate. The effort focuses on reducing delays by advancing design and material preparation ahead...

April 29, 2026
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Next-Gen Ship Design Partnership

Hanwha and Leidos are working together to strengthen US naval shipbuilding through joint design efforts and supply chain expansion, aiming to improve production efficiency and modernize fleet capabilities.

April 28, 2026
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Maldives Gets Last Guardian Boat

Australia has completed a major maritime assistance program after Austal handed over the last Guardian-class patrol vessel to the Maldives. The delivery of the 24th boat concludes the Pacific...