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    China's Navy puts into service a ... China's Navy puts into service a new Type 054B missile frigate The People's Liberation Army Navy of China (PLAN) has officially commissioned the first Type 054B guided-missile frigate CNS Luohe. The commissioning ceremony took place in Shandong province and the frigate was handed over to the North Sea Fleet. Jan. 25, 2025, 9:56 a.m.
    UK signs $11bn deal with Rolls-Royce ... UK signs $11bn deal with Rolls-Royce to build nuclear submarines The UK government has signed an $11 billion multi-year deal with Rolls-Royce. The deal is aimed at modernising the Royal Navy's nuclear submarine fleet. Jan. 24, 2025, 6:12 p.m.
    Germany orders development of missile for ... Germany orders development of missile for submarines Germany's Diehl Defence has signed a contract to complete the development of the IDAS submarine anti-aircraft system, which will allow the company to shoot down anti-submarine aircraft while remaining in the underwater position. Jan. 24, 2025, 5:58 p.m.
    One of the first US aircraft ... One of the first US aircraft carriers makes its last voyage before being scrapped The first aircraft carrier of the US Navy named after President John F. Kennedy (CV 67) has begun its last voyage before being dismantled. Jan. 21, 2025, 8:52 a.m.
    The UK plans to sell two ... The UK plans to sell two Royal Navy warships, and Brazil has already set its sights on them The British government is considering the sale of two outdated Royal Navy warships, HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark, to finance defence modernisation. Jan. 17, 2025, 4:06 p.m.
    Iran unveils first indigenous reconnaissance ship Iran unveils first indigenous reconnaissance ship Iran presented the first Zagros (313) reconnaissance ship, designed and built by local specialists. The ship is positioned as a reconnaissance destroyer based on the Mowj project, although its dimensions and armament are closer to light frigates or corvettes. Jan. 16, 2025, 4:12 p.m.
    French accidentally disclose classified data on ... French accidentally disclose classified data on submarines via jogging app French submariners accidentally disclosed information about nuclear ballistic missile submarine patrols through the Strava running tracking app. Jan. 16, 2025, 4:01 p.m.
    US accelerates production of SM-3 anti-missiles ... US accelerates production of SM-3 anti-missiles amid Red Sea escalation The US company RTX (Raytheon) is investing heavily in accelerating the production of SM-3 missiles to meet growing demand, in particular due to the difficult situation with the Houthis in the Red Sea. Jan. 16, 2025, 8:44 a.m.
    The US Navy's plan to expand ... The US Navy's plan to expand its fleet will cost $1bn over the next 30 years According to a new analysis by the Congressional Budget Office, the proposed US Navy warship fleet expansion plan will require $40.1 billion in annual ship construction costs through 2054. The total cost of this plan will exceed $1 trillion. Jan. 9, 2025, 9:56 a.m.
    Chilean Navy receives upgraded frigate with ... Chilean Navy receives upgraded frigate with Exocet missiles The Chilean Navy has been replenished with the modernised frigate Capitán Prat, which has undergone repairs and upgrades after being transferred from Australia. Jan. 8, 2025, 5:05 p.m.
    UK to develop new maritime drone ... UK to develop new maritime drone for Ukraine The UK government, together with the Ministry of Defence, has announced the launch of a project to create a stealthy maritime drone designed to perform combat missions in Ukraine and abroad. Jan. 8, 2025, 4:55 p.m.
    Russia is left without submarines in ... Russia is left without submarines in the Mediterranean: the last submarine that could carry Kalibrs was withdrawn At the beginning of January 2024, the B-261 Novorossiysk diesel-electric submarine left the Mediterranean Sea, where it was based in the Syrian port of Tartus. Jan. 6, 2025, 2:40 p.m.
    Norway will allocate $240 million to ... Norway will allocate $240 million to strengthen the Ukrainian Navy Norway has allocated a new military aid package aimed at strengthening the Ukrainian Navy. Dec. 17, 2024, 10:33 a.m.
    Britain to decommission its last Trafalgar ... Britain to decommission its last Trafalgar nuclear submarine The Royal Navy of the United Kingdom has completed the operation of the last Trafalgar nuclear submarine, HMS Triumph. This ship, which has served for 34 years, will be replaced by the latest Astute submarine. Dec. 16, 2024, 9:51 a.m.
    Chinese ship that sabotaged Baltic Sea ... Chinese ship that sabotaged Baltic Sea acted on Russian instructions - WSJ The Chinese cargo vessel Yi Peng 3, suspected of damaging an undersea telecommunications cable in the Baltic Sea, was acting on instructions from Russian intelligence, and its routes had been altered in the run-up to the incident. Dec. 16, 2024, 9:33 a.m.
    Russians launch Admiral Nakhimov nuclear cruiser ... Russians launch Admiral Nakhimov nuclear cruiser for testing after 25-year modernisation The Russian nuclear-powered missile cruiser Admiral Nakhimov has been tested after 25 years of repairs and modernisation, which were delayed by the critical state of the country's shipbuilding sector. Dec. 9, 2024, 8:57 a.m.
    Netherlands hands over two minesweepers to ... Netherlands hands over two minesweepers to Ukraine: Ukrainian sailors have already completed training The Netherlands officially hands over two Alkmaar-class minesweepers to Ukraine - Zr.Ms. Vlaardingen (M863 ) and Zr.Ms. Makkum (M857). These ships, which will be retired from the Royal Netherlands Navy in 2024, will enhance Ukraine's ability to conduct mine countermeasures operatio... Dec. 4, 2024, 11:15 a.m.
    China launches previously unknown aircraft carrier ... China launches previously unknown aircraft carrier with civilian markings The Chinese shipyard Guangzhou Shipyard International has launched a new aircraft carrier of an unknown type, marking it with civilian markings. Nov. 28, 2024, 9:40 a.m.
    UK presents ultra-large autonomous submarine UK presents ultra-large autonomous submarine BAE Systems has successfully launched Herne, an ultra-large autonomous submarine (XLAUV) designed for military use. Nov. 27, 2024, 9:12 a.m.
    The Netherlands decommissioned its Makkum minesweeper ... The Netherlands decommissioned its Makkum minesweeper and will later hand it over to the Ukrainian Navy The Royal Netherlands Navy has decommissioned the Alkmaar-class minesweeper Makkum (M857). It will later be transferred to the Ukrainian Navy. Nov. 27, 2024, 9:02 a.m.
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