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July 30, 2025
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Construction Begins on India’s First AI-Enabled Maritime Patrol Vessel

India has launched construction on its inaugural AI-integrated patrol vessel, a key asset for enhancing maritime security and conducting various operations within its exclusive economic zone. Named the Next...

July 30, 2025
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US Navy Awards QinetiQ $26M for Submarine System Deliveries

General Dynamics Electric Boat has selected QinetiQ US for subcontracts totaling $26 million to supply advanced systems for the US Navy’s Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. QinetiQ will handle manufacturing,...

July 30, 2025
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US Navy Approves REMUS 620 UUV for Torpedo Tube Operations

The REMUS 620 UUV has passed a critical integration test with Virginia-class submarine systems, thanks to a joint effort by Huntington Ingalls Industries, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and the...

July 29, 2025
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Turkish Istif Warships Procured by Indonesia in Naval Deal

At a defense convention in Istanbul, Indonesia signed a major contract to acquire two Istif-class frigates from Turkey, reinforcing its maritime strength in response to growing regional instability. The...

July 29, 2025
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French Firm SEAir to Develop Unmanned Vessel Under EU Program

SEAir, a French maritime innovation firm, has launched a €7.5 million ($8.6 million) EU-funded project to develop ARROW—an autonomous, hydrofoil-equipped surface vessel. Scheduled for delivery by 2028, the vessel...

July 25, 2025
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Turkish Navy to Receive Indigenous Destroyer and New Patrol Fleet

ASFAT, the Turkish government-owned shipbuilding firm, has secured key contracts to build Turkey’s first indigenous air defense destroyer, known as the TF-2000, along with four offshore patrol vessels. The...

July 25, 2025
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50-Year AUKUS Agreement Signed to Construct 20 Nuclear Submarines

Australia and the United Kingdom have taken a major step in defense cooperation with the signing of the Geelong Treaty, a 50-year bilateral agreement that cements their partnership in...

July 24, 2025
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Australia Considered for Japan’s Upgraded Mogami Frigate Proposal

The Japanese government has pitched a modernized version of the Mogami-class frigate to Australia, highlighting its compatibility with US weapons and its potential to improve trilateral naval interoperability. Mitsubishi...

July 22, 2025
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Turkish Naval Vessel Considered by Romania to Secure Offshore Gas Infrastructure

To enhance its maritime defense and safeguard a vital energy undertaking in the Black Sea, Romania is planning to acquire a Turkish-made warship, the TCG Akhisar. This Hisar-class offshore...

July 22, 2025
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LA-Based Defense Firm Secures $260 Million to Expand AI Manufacturing Hub

In a major funding round, Los Angeles-based defense manufacturing startup Hadrian has raised $260 million to advance its artificial intelligence-enabled production infrastructure in Arizona and California. The funding will...