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February 23, 2026
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Fincantieri Unveils Italy’s New OPV

Fincantieri has launched the lead ship of Italy’s next-generation offshore patrol vessel program, the Ugolino Vivaldi. Built for maritime surveillance, security enforcement, and environmental monitoring, the vessel supports multiple...

February 23, 2026
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Austal Secures $2.82B Army Landing Craft Deal

Australia has awarded Austal Defence a major contract to construct eight Landing Craft Heavy vessels for the Army. These ships will transport troops, armored vehicles, and heavy equipment, boosting...

February 23, 2026
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Kongsberg Upgrades ‘Listen’ Subsea System

Norway’s Kongsberg has unveiled an advanced underwater sensing system that enhances the detection and mapping of submerged objects. By improving electromagnetic sensing accuracy, the platform supports undersea surveillance, infrastructure...

February 23, 2026
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Israel Launches Submarine Parts Plant

Israel has inaugurated its first facility dedicated to producing submarine components, boosting domestic naval manufacturing capability. Built through international cooperation, the plant reduces reliance on imports, strengthens industrial resilience,...

February 20, 2026
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Navy Hunts Lead for Medium Landing Ship

The Pentagon is shifting toward a commercial contracting model for the Marine Corps’ Medium Landing Ship program, aiming to accelerate production and control costs. By appointing a Vessel Construction...

February 20, 2026
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Next-Gen Torpedo Countermeasure Set

As undersea threats grow more sophisticated, the US Navy is upgrading its torpedo defense posture with Ultra Maritime’s ADC MK6. The system’s improved acoustic output and compatibility across platforms...

February 19, 2026
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Submarine Comms Deal for US Fleets

L3Harris Technologies has been awarded a major production contract from General Dynamics Electric Boat to supply 26 communications shipsets for US Navy Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. The systems are...

February 19, 2026
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MK 54 Torpedo Debuts in Canada

The Royal Canadian Navy has tested the US-built MK 54 lightweight torpedo aboard HMCS Regina as part of its Halifax-class modernization. Developed by Raytheon, the torpedo enhances anti-submarine warfare...

February 18, 2026
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Rheinmetall Wins Deal to Arm Sweden’s CB90 Fleet With Seasnake Guns

German defense firm Rheinmetall has secured a contract to supply Seasnake 30 light naval gun systems for the Swedish Navy’s Combat Boat 90 fast assault craft. The initial order...

February 18, 2026
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Turkey Demonstrates Dual-Strike Capability With Carrier-Based TB3

The Bayraktar TB3 unmanned combat aerial vehicle demonstrated its ability to conduct dual-salvo strikes on maritime targets during a live-fire exercise over the Baltic Sea, achieving direct hits. Launching...