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The aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has travelled to the USA for exercises. This is reported by the Royal British Navy.
In late summer, photos of the new Chinese Type 054B frigate appeared on social media. A few days later, the ship's construction was officially confirmed.
Russians are afraid of Ukrainian maritime drones. Satellite images confirm Ukraine's statement about how russia is trying to organise the Kerch bridge defence.
The USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) is once again in the spotlight. The US Navy's most modern destroyer is ready for modernisation, which will bring it hypersonic weapons. Ingalls Shipbuilding has received additional funding for this purpose.
Dalian Shipbuilding Industry Company has launched another Type 052DL class destroyer. The event took place on 30 August 2023.
The storm of the 3rd category "Idalia" (Idalia) hit Florida. For this reason, the US Navy decided to evacuate warships.
On 24 August, the US Navy entered into a deal with Lockheed Martin for the development of the Conventional Prompt Strike hypersonic weapon. The deal amounted to $315 million.
The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) continues its journey through Europe. The world's largest aircraft carrier arrived in Turkey.
The Chinese Navy is preparing to receive its first Type 054B-class guided missile frigate. It was launched in Shanghai at the weekend.
The French Navy has sent the nuclear-powered submarine Suffren to the United Arab Emirates. The submarine travelled through the waters of the Pacific Ocean for the first time.
The Ukrainian Defence Forces are actively using not only unmanned aerial vehicles, but also marine drones. Moreover, for the first time in history, the Ukrainian Navy has formed a brigade of maritime drones.
The authorities of the Republic of Korea are ready to allocate almost $600 million for the modernisation of the Son Won-II class KSS-II diesel-electric submarines. The first submarine of this type was introduced into the fleet more than 15 years ago.
General Dynamics Electric Boat has launched the Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Iowa (SSN 797). The ceremony took place at the company's shipyard in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
The People's Republic of China is ready to make monumental investments in the modernisation of the People's Liberation Army. The main emphasis will be on strengthening the naval forces.
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Howard (DDG 83) "gently" ran aground. The incident occurred when the ship was heading towards Bali.
