2023
BAE Systems awarded $37.7 million contract for USS John P. Murtha modernization
On July 26, 2023, BAE Systems' San Diego Ship Repair was granted a contract worth $37.7 million by the US Naval Sea Systems Command. This contract'...
Ukraine Magura V5 USV strikes two Russia Navy's patrol ships
According to information published by Artur Rehi on August 1, 2023, in the latest development, the Ukrainian army reportedly carried out an attack ...
US Navy christens Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr.
According to information published by the US DoD on July 31, 2023, the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps celebrated a major milestone with the christ...
Turkish Istanbul-class frigates to be enhanced with GE Marine's innovative LM2500 gas turbines
According to information published by GE Marine on July 25, 2023, GE Marine will be providing new lightweight composite encapsulated LM2500 ma...
OCCAR seals Horizon class frigates upgrade deal for France & Italy
In a significant ceremony held on July 18, 2023, at the premises of the Organization for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR-EA), a pivotal contract ...
Elbit Systems successfully tests Deseaver MK-4: a new generation EW system for Israeli Navy
According to information published by Elbit Systems on August 1, 2023, the firm has accomplished the successful testing and integration of its late...
American Marines now have coastal batteries as part of NMESIS program
On 21 July 2023, the 11th Marine Regiment established the first battery of long-range missiles. In response to the challenges posed by China in the...
Russia announces the Delivery to Russian Navy of 30 New Ships This Year
On July 31, 2023, in St. Petersburg, Russia is gearing up to strengthen its naval forces by acquiring 30 brand new ships this year, as stated by Pr...
PLA Chinese Navy Shandong aircraft carrier demonstrating new breakthroughs in latest exercises
The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's aircraft carrier Shandong recently carried out a series of exercises, achieving new breakthroughs...
IDEF 2023: Day 2 STE from Ukraine unveils its Magura V5 USV in Türkiye
In its second day, IDEF 2023, hosted by the Turkish Armed Forces Foundation, keeps Istanbul at the heart of global defense discourse. A standout fe...
Saab offers proposes C718 Expeditionary Submarines to replace current Netherlands subs
Supported by Sweden and the United Kingdom, Saab on July 28 submitted its proposal for the replacement of the Netherlands’ current submarines. The ...
Poland' Navy's first SIGINT ship begins construction at Remontowa Shipyard
According to a PR published by Saab on July 27, 2023, the initiation of the construction of Poland's first signals intelligence (SIGINT) vessel too...
IDEF 2023: Meteksan & Ares Shipyard reveal ULAQ Kama XUSV
The ULAQ Kama, a joint venture between Meteksan and Ares Shipyard, was introduced to the public at the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2...
IDEF 2023: MKE unveils Uça air launched smart underwater mine
First showcased at IDEF 2023 in Istanbul, Uça is a strategic guided ammunition designed to be a potent offensive tool against enemy ships and subma...
US Navy commissions Independence class LCS USS Canberra
According to information published by the Australian DoD on July 22, 2023, the Australian-built USS Canberra will be officially integrated into the...
IDEF 2023: Ukraine firm STE unveils maritime drone USV Magura V5
The MAGURA V5, unveiled at the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2023, represents a major step forward in Ukraine's military technology.
Bollinger Shipyards' 54th Fast Response Cutter boosts US Coast Guard
Bollinger Shipyards LLC has made a significant contribution by providing the 54th Fast Response Cutter (FRC), the USCGC William Sparling, to the U....
IDEF 2023: Sonitus presents cutting-edge underwater vehicle NARVAL 504-P
Sonitus, an innovative company specializing in marine technologies, has showcased their flagship underwater vehicle, the NARVAL 504-P, at the indus...
IDEF 2023: Unveiling Aselsan's Göksur Air Defense Missile system
At the Defense Exhibition IDEF 2023, the Turkish company Aselsan is currently showcasing its state-of-the-art Göksur Air Defense Missile System.
IDEF 2023: Dearsan Shipyard showcases frigate NNS Aradu for Nigeria
At the currently ongoing IDEF exhibition, a model of the NNS Aradu (F89) is being displayed at the Dearsan Shipyard booth.