An updated design of the PANG (porte-avions de nouvelle génération) new generation aircraft carrier was unveiled today on Day one of Euronaval 2022...

U.S. President and South Korean cooperation in developing nuclear technologies may pave the way for K-SSN attack submarines.

Under extended plans, France will join the AUKUS submarine program. This will see advanced nuclear-powered attack submarines built for Australia, United Kingdom and France.

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and the Indonesian Ministry of Defence have signed a contract for the supply of two PPA Units for Indonesia

Project Ark Royal: The Royal Navy is studying the introduction of catapults on board its two Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers.

Japan will acquire a total of 12 new FFM frigates in five years from 2024 to 2028 at a very high pace, which reflects the increasingly severe security environment surrounding Japan.

The Indian Navy has reacquired the capability to conduct multi-carrier operations & is considering the procurement of a 3rd aircraft carrier

French President Emmanuel Macron today officially green lighted the construction of a new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier as part of the PANG program. The future flag ship of the Marine Nationale is...

The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle and its strike group are being retasked to support NATO following the invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces. The French CSG which is currently deployed...

The Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) is exploring the case for acquiring TRIFIC low-cost, low-manned vessels to complement the frigates

Naval News obtained from the US Navy the first images showing the LRASM (Long Range Anti-Ship Missile) fitted on a P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA).

Greece is closer than ever to procure Freedom-class Littoral Combat Ships (LCS) following a letter from US Secretary of State allocating four

The Japanese MoD on August 31 requested $52.9 billion (7.7 trillion yen) for fiscal year 2024, its largest ever defense budget request.

The Russian Navy's project 1143.5 aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov started to leave the drydock on December 20, 2022.

The Japanese MoD announced it has secured $2.5 billion for fiscal year 2024 to build two Aegis System Equipped Vessels (ASEV) for the JMSDF.

Italy's next generation U212 NFS submarines will feature advanced Lithium Ion (Li-ion) battery systems.

The sinking of the Russian cruiser Moskva is one of the greatest naval victories in decades, and will deserve its place in history. But the attack on Sevastopol, with maritime drones, can be seen as...

The ROK Navy announced the selection of DSME for the concept design of an "Arsenal Ship" known locally as the "Joint Firepower Ship".

The hull of the first of eight MK VI patrol boats bound to Ukraine just broke cover. A video shows its transfer to SAFE Boats at the port of Tacoma.

The US Navy’s CNO Admiral Michael Gilday considers establishing a major multinational maritime exercise in the Euro-Atlantic Region...

There is a growing momentum between Indonesia and Naval Group towards the potential signing of a contract for two Scorpene Evolved Submarines

The French Navy has issued an "urgent operational requirement" to fit Safran's Paseo XLR on all FREMM frigates and Horizon type destroyers.

A photo of the eighth and final vessel of the Project 58155 Gyurza-M, built for the Ukrainian Naval Forces, has appeared on social media. The ship has begun factory trials, and will soon strengthen...

On March 24, 2022, Greece and Naval Group signed the contracts for three FDI HN frigates, plus one optional, and their in-service support.

The French Navy (Marine Nationale) announced that one of its Atlantique 2 (ATL2) Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) was targeted with a laser in Brittany, Western France. The aircraft used its own...

Italian Navy Destroyer Caio Duilio Shoots Down Houthi Drone In Red Sea, using her 76 mm guns. First naval action for Marina Militare.

French shipbuilder Naval Group today conducted the "technical launch" of the first Kimon-class (FDI HN) for the Hellenic Navy

The Ukrainian Navy is, on paper, out gunned. But its remaining warships are proving a wily adversary for the much larger Russian Navy. New drone footage shows one, the Yuri Olefirenk, narrowly...

The trio of Zumwalt-class guided-missile destroyers could each field up to a dozen hypersonic missiles, with the first ship ready for testing in 2025

A visualization of Babcock's Arrowhead-140PL design was unveiled last week at a press conference hosted by the consortium PGZ MIECZNIK.

The ROK Navy completed the final phase of the Korean Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (K-SLBM) development, by successfully launching a ballistic missile from a 3000t submarine under water. South...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries shows New FFM concept. Air warfare frigate for Japan. Twelve hulls to be constructed between 2027 and 2036.

Italy plans to deploy forces for the first time to partake directly at RIMPAC 2024 and contemplates a carrier deployment to the Indo-Pacific.

On August 25, PT PAL Indonesia laid the keel of the first Red White Frigate for the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL).

Major defects have been found on all nine of the ROK Navy’s Son Won-il class submarines, modified versions of the German Type 214.

Ukraine targeted naval combatants with USVs at the Russian naval base of Sevastopol, opening a new era of naval warfare.

The JMSDF Chief Announced At The Press Conference On April 2 That The Completion Of The First Special Modification work on the Izumo-class destroyer Kaga as planned.

Greece will proceed with the procurement of SPIKE fire-and-forget missiles from Rafael Advanced Defense Systems to equip eight naval vessels of two different types.

Indonesia chose Naval Group and PT PAL to strengthen the capabilities of the Indonesian Navy with two Scorpène Evolved submarines.

Turkey's ATMACA anti-ship missile was successfully test fired twice from an Ada-class corvette this week, marking a major milestone for the program as it achieved initial operational capability (IOC).

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has begun sea trials of its helicopter carrier JS Kaga (DDH 184) after undergoing major modifications of the vessel to operate the F-35B fighter jets,...

The United Kingdom will deploy, again, a carrier strike group (CSG) to the Indo-Pacific n 2025.

Two MCM vessels, "Chernihiv" and "Cherkasy" were commissioned with the Navy of Ukraine during ceremony held in Glasgow, Scotland

Chinese Coast Guard vessels carried out "dangerous maneuvers" in the South China Sea Sunday and collided with a Philippine ship

The MDA successfully demonstrated the first track of a live space object by the AN/SPY-7(V)1 solid state radar for Japan's ASEV...

Japan's KHI unveiled its new submarine concept for the JMSDF. The design features vertical launch systems (VLS).

Japan will cooperate with the Italian Navy in the operation of the F-35B aircraft, the chief of the JMSDF said.

Chinese Carrier Has Started Catapult Testing. Trial of innovative electromagnetic catapults important step towards sea trial

The first batch of Japanese F-35Bs should arrive in Japan next year. The JSDF is getting ready for carrier operations with the new aircraft...

The Dutch government announced today it has "provisionally selected" French shipbuilder Naval Group to build its future submarines...

Greek Minister of Defence has revealed Greece's ambitious plan to locally produce up to seven Constellation-class frigates...

The Russian Navy submarine Rostov-on-Don, which was hit by a missile in Sevastopol on September 13, is likely a total loss.

The JMSDF is seeking a new variant of multi-mission stealth frigates for fiscal year 2024 and beyond. The project is called “new-class FFM”.

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri inked a contract for on-demand servicing of Type 212A submarines of the German Navy.

The U.S. Navy and Lockheed Martin successfully conducted a historic LRASM flight test with four missiles simultaneously in flight.

A French Navy (Marine Nationale) helicopter shot down a Houthi drone in the Red Sea, according to the EU-led military operation ASPIDES...

Turkiye's brand-new Marlin USV has demonstrated its capabilities during the Portugal hosted exercises in September 2022.

The latest recommendations on the future of the Swedish Armed Forces have just been published. Here are the main changes to be expected for the Swedish Navy...

The first Greek FDI HN frigate, Kimon (F601), received her innovative integrated mast PSIM (Panoramic Sensor & Intelligence Module).

Hanwha Ocean today unveiled a new extra large uncrewed underwater vehicle dubbed "Combat XLUUV" at MADEX 2023.

Fincantieri today signed several MoU with a selection of potential new suppliers in the context of the high-profile process pursued by the Hellenic Minister of National Defence for the construction...

Romania's defense minister confirmed plans to procure new Submarines from France. What would be the impact on the Black Sea region should the move come to fruition ?

The U.S. Navy has confirmed that the three Zumwalt destroyers’ 155mm AGSs will be replaced with hypersonic missile vertical launch tubes.

Fincantieri and the Ministry of Defense of Indonesia have signed a contract for the supply of 6 FREMM-class frigates, the modernization and sale of 2 Maestrale-class frigates, and the related...

Cypriot company Swarmly will present a new armed unmanned surface vessel (USV), the B5 Hydra, at the upcoming DEFEA 2023.

The French DGA ordered seven new offshore patrol vessels (OPV) as part of the "Patrouilleurs Hauturiers" program for the French Navy...

Launching of the first phase of the European Patrol Corvette projectwith signature of Modular and Multirole Patrol Corvette contract

The Hellenic Navy (Πολεμικό Ναυτικό) revealed the names of its future FDI HN frigates currently under construction in France. The vessels will be known as the Kimon-class.

The future of aircraft carriers is assured. Tomorrow's oceans will be more complex and contested, with new threats emerging. Yet the carrier will continue to provide unrivaled conventional superior...

Here are the latest details on the 1.18 billion Euro contract signed between Indonesia and Fincantieri for two “PPA frigates”...

Taiwan's first Indigenous Defense Submarine (IDS), Hai Kun (SS-711) , was launched today at the CSBC shipyard in Kaohsiung.

MHI will start delivering the Mk 41 VLS for a planned fleet of 12 Mogami-class multirole frigate for the JMSDF in fiscal year 2024.

DRDO & Naval Group sign agreement to integrate the Fuel Cell Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) system onboard Indian Navy Scorpene type submarine INS Kalvari.

Submarines use stealth to dominate the seas, presenting an illusive yet deadly threat. Now U.S. Navy submarines will take stealth to a new level. American submarines will now be fitted with magneto...

On March 12, Turkey's drone maker Baykar revealed the most recent photos of MIUS, Turkey's future unmanned jet, on the production line.

Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) in Nagasaki launched today "Agano", the sixh Mogami-class vessel for the JMSDF.

Istanbul Naval Shipyard shared the latest details about the Turkish Navy's future aircraft carrier project...

USNS Bethesda (EMS 1) will be the first ship in the new Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS(X)) class

Turk Loydu Conformity Assessment Services Corporation recently unveiled a new multipurpose mini-submarine project developed by DATUM Submarine Engineering Company.

Poland signed a record deal with Kongsberg to procure "several hundred" NSM missiles, command vehicles, launchers and other vehicles...

India has become one of the few nations to test a sea-based Ballistic Missile Defense or BMD system. The test took place from INS Anvesh.

Submarines are a core part of Turkey's growing naval power. Particularly in the Black Sea where NATO allies do not have submarines. The new MILDEN class submarines promise to further expand the...

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected the Korean People's Army Navy’s newest Amnok-class corvette capable of launching cruise missiles...

On 16 January 2024, the Taiwanese state news agency CNA reported that construction of the Taiwanese navy’s new light frigate, which specializes in anti-submarine warfare, has begun.

Indonesian shipyard PT Karimun Anugrah Sejati launched a new domestically built Presidential/VVIP Corvette, KRI Bung Karno (369), for the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL).

BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics have demonstrated the capabilities of the T-600 heavy lift uncrewed air system (UAS) to launch a torpedo

Japan's MoD announced the selection of two contractors for the design and production of a new FFM variant to be delivered to the JMSDF.

The Indian Navy demonstrated dual carrier operations during the recent exercise MILAN 2024, highlighting the key role of aircraft carriers.

Review of the French Navy (Marine Nationale)'s feedback on the high-intensity exercise 'POLARIS' conducted from November 18 to December 3, 2021.

The US Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) just released the first pictures of the Orca Extra Large Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV)...

The keel laying of the future USS Constellation is set to take place in August, at the Fincantieri Marinette Marine shipyard in Wisconsin, Naval News has learned.

The first mine countermeasure (MCM) mothership for the Belgian Navy, "Oostende" (M940), is now fully assembled in Concarneau, Brittany.

UAE signed a contract worth $408 million with the Indonesian shipbuilder PT PAL for the procurement of a 163-meter LPD.

On the morning of Nov. 17, two Russian fighter aircraft made an unsafe and unprofessional approach toward Standing NATO Maritime Group 1 (SNMG1), which was conducting routine operations in the Baltic...

The Romanian minesweeper was damaged by a floating sea mine on 08 September 2022 in the Black Sea, northeast of the port of Constantza.

Russia is prevented from moving its warships from the Mediterrean to the Black Sea because Turkey closed the Bosporus to warships. The narrow straits control access. Yet Russia has been able to...

Japan’s Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) has launched the fourth Taigei-class diesel-electric attack submarine "Raigei" ｢らいげい｣ for the JMSDF.

Japan's newest submarine “Jingei�� was launched today at the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) shipyard in Kobe. It is the third boat of the new Taigei-class, the latest class of advanced diesel...