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November 13, 2025
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First Bulgarian Modular Patrol Vessel Enters Sea Trials

The Bulgarian Navy’s modernization efforts have taken a significant step forward as Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL) begins sea trials of the country’s first Multipurpose Modular Patrol Vessel (MMPV). The...

November 12, 2025
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India Taps Hyundai, Cochin Shipyard for Landing Ships

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has signed a memorandum of understanding with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) to collaborate on the Indian Navy’s Landing Platform Dock (LPD) project, marking a major...

November 11, 2025
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General Dynamics Wins $1.7B US Navy Oiler Contract

The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics NASSCO a $1.7-billion contract to build two additional John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oilers, identified as T-AO 215 and T-AO 216. The deal...

November 7, 2025
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AUKUS Partners Leonardo DRS, Hofmann on Propulsion

In a move to strengthen AUKUS defense cooperation, Leonardo DRS and Hofmann Engineering have announced a new partnership to develop advanced naval propulsion systems for future allied vessels. The...

November 6, 2025
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Hunter Frigates to Get Ultra Maritime Systems

BAE Systems Maritime Australia has selected Ultra Maritime to deliver its Surface Ship Torpedo Defence (SSTD) technology for the Royal Australian Navy’s future Hunter-class frigates. The system will form...

November 5, 2025
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Australia Launches Third Arafura Patrol Vessel ‘Pilbara’

Australia has launched its third Arafura-class offshore patrol vessel (OPV), NUSHIP Pilbara (OPV 205), at a ceremony held at the Henderson Maritime Precinct. The vessel, named after Western Australia’s...

November 5, 2025
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Austal Achieves Milestone in Naval Autonomy Development

Austal Australia has achieved a major milestone in autonomous ship technology, receiving Approval in Principle (AiP) from Det Norske Veritas (DNV) for its new Autonomous and Remotely Operated Ships...

November 5, 2025
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Egypt Launches Coastal Fleet Build With NVL Partnership

Egypt has officially launched the PV43-M coastal defense vessel program, partnering with German shipbuilder NVL Group to bolster its maritime security and local shipbuilding capacity. The project began production...

November 4, 2025
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Austal, Greenroom Reveal Rapid AI Shipbuilding System

Australian defense shipbuilder Austal and technology firm Greenroom Robotics have jointly developed an AI-powered solution that can transform traditional vessels into autonomous ships within just five days. The innovation...

November 4, 2025
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US Coast Guard Receives 61st Sentinel Cutter from Bollinger

Bollinger Shipyards has delivered the 61st Sentinel-class Fast Response Cutter (FRC) to the US Coast Guard, marking another key milestone in the long-running modernization program. The vessel, named USCGC...