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Türkiye’s MKE Debuts PIRANA Armed USV Variant with Drone Payload
MKE’s latest PIRANA unmanned surface vessel variant is designed to enable enhanced control of kamikaze drone swarms and deliver strikes against targets through a payload bay. The Turkish defense firm revealed the new USV variant at its Euronaval debut. Informed by internal…
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Raytheon continues ESSM Block 2 production ramp-up as programme marks 1,000th missile delivery
A Raytheon-led industry team has completed the handover of the 1,000th Evolved SeaSparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2 all-up-round, the US Navy announced on 2 November. “Delivery of the 1,000th ESSM Block 2 missile is a significant achievement for the NATO SeaSparrow Consortium,…
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DGA, Thales, and Lacroix Unveil DAUPHIN Off-Board Active Decoy for French Navy
The French Defense Procurement Agency (DGA) is partnering with Thales and Lacroix to develop a new Off-Board Active Decoy (OBAD) for the French Navy The post DGA, Thales, and Lacroix Unveil DAUPHIN Off-Board Active Decoy for French Navy appeared first on Naval News .
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From Naval to Underwater Capabilities
Connecting adaptable naval platforms, underwater systems and layered protection offers a more flexible response to threats that no longer respect the waterline. Sponsored by A maritime challenge across domains Maritime security is no longer defined solely by the contest between…
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Leonardo’s AWHero and Proteus rotorcraft show strong focus on RUAS and Autonomy capabilities for naval applications
Leonardo’s focus on uncrewed and autonomous systems is increasingly covering a range of air and surface solutions, and rotorcraft make no exception, particularly with the 200 kg-class AWHero and 3-ton-class Proteus rotorcraft uncrewed systems. Sponsored by The two systems have…
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Indian Navy Places Orders for Eight Next Generation Corvettes
On November 2, 2026, India’s Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth ₹53,866.5 crore ($5.7 billion) with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for the acquisition of a total of eight Next Generation Corvettes (NGCs) for the Indian…
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Safran’s NGDS Decoy Launcher Spotted Aboard JMSDF Test Ship JS Asuka
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) test ship JS Asuka has been spotted featuring a Safran NGDS (New Generation Dagaie System) trainable decoy launcher. The post Safran’s NGDS Decoy Launcher Spotted Aboard JMSDF Test Ship JS Asuka appeared first on Naval News .
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CNO Caudle Gets Up-Close Look at U.S. Navy’s Newest Hypersonic Missile
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle got an up-close look at the U.S. Navy’s new Blackbeard air-launched hypersonic missile during a visit to Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland, on Oct. 28, offering a rare glimpse into the service’s efforts to develop new…
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Naval Group Unveils Seaquest M MUSV as French Navy Weighs Armed Surface Drones
Naval Group unveiled the design of its new 37-meter Seaquest M Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV), an autonomous platform featuring a fully containerized combat system and Steeris mission management, ahead of Euronaval. The post Naval Group Unveils Seaquest M MUSV as French…
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Saab unveils optionally crewed CB90 CX ahead of Euronaval 2026
The new variant, known as CB90 Capability X (CB90 CX), will initially be offered in three configurations: ISR), anti-ship warfare, and short-range air-defence. The post Saab unveils optionally crewed CB90 CX ahead of Euronaval 2026 appeared first on Naval News .
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Video: Naval Group Demonstrates Armed SEAQUEST-S USV
During the Euronaval 2026 press tour, Naval Group’s Sirehna conducted a live demonstration of the SEAQUEST-S, a multi-role combat USV designed for deployment from warships. Sirehna, a subsidiary of Naval Group, offered a rare opportunity to the 25 journalists representing 16…
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Rafale M Conducts Maiden Trials onboard Indian Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant
The maiden landing of the French Rafale M fighter on INS Vikrant occurred on October 29, 2026. The landing was successful in the maiden attempt... The post Rafale M Conducts Maiden Trials onboard Indian Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant appeared first on Naval News .
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Sarawat and Tuwaiq Strategic Projects Strengthen Royal Saudi Naval Forces, Localize Maritime Defense
The Saudi Ministry of Defense is accelerating the development of a modern naval force equipped with advanced combat systems, high operational efficiency, and qualified national personnel. This drive stems from the Ministry of Defense Development Program, launched under the…
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Russian Navy Cancels Modernization of Kirov-Class Battlecruiser Pyotr Velikiy
The Russian Navy has canceled modernization plans for the Kirov-class battlecruiser Pyotr Velikiy. Read how budget constraints are reshaping Russia's surface fleet. The post Russian Navy Cancels Modernization of Kirov-Class Battlecruiser Pyotr Velikiy appeared first on Naval…
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Belgium Transfers First Tripartite Minehunter BNS Bellis to Bulgarian Navy
Belgium has transferred the first of four Tripartite-class minehunters, BNS Bellis, to the Bulgarian Navy to strengthen NATO security in the Black Sea. The post Belgium Transfers First Tripartite Minehunter BNS Bellis to Bulgarian Navy appeared first on Naval News .
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Chess Dynamics Wins £3M Contract for Indonesian Bung Tomo-Class Frigates
UK-based Chess Dynamics announced on October 28 that it had secured a contract worth around £ 3 million from Indonesian state-owned defense electronics company PT Len Industri to supply SeaEagle Fire Control Electro-Optical (FCEO) systems for two Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) Bung…
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Hellenic Navy Receives Its Second FDI Frigate Built by Naval Group
The Hellenic Navy has received the second of four Defense and Intervention Frigates (FDI HN) built by Naval Group. The second frigate, Nearchos (F602), differs from the lead ship, Kimon, by featuring enhanced combat capabilities associated with the Standard 2 configuration.…
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Hanwha Philly Shipyard Selected to Build US Navy Medium Landing Ship (LSM)
TOTE Services has selected Hanwha Defense USA to build the U.S. Navy's first Medium Landing Ship (LSM) at Hanwha Philly Shipyard in a $269 million deal. The post Hanwha Philly Shipyard Selected to Build US Navy Medium Landing Ship (LSM) appeared first on Naval News .
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KONGSBERG secures US government contract for underwater capabilities
Kongsberg Gruppen ASA has been awarded a major contract modification by the Department of War Innovation Unit (DIU) for autonomous underwater capabilities. Kongsberg press release The modification to the Prototype Other Transaction Agreement, valued at USD 54 million, is…
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Four Decades of Naval Expertise, A New Global Chapter for Hanwha Ocean
Around the world, governments are reassessing fleet requirements against a more uncertain security environment. At the same time, the pressures facing naval procurement have broadened. Performance remains fundamental, but increasingly it is only part of the equation. Navies also…