Japan Restructures JMSDF with New “Fleet Information Warfare” Command
Japan's Ministry of Defense on Monday announced the creation of a new "Fleet Information Warfare" command for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF). This move will lead to the dissolution of the Fleet Intelligence Command, the JMSDFs only specialized intelligence unit, as part of a broader strategic overhaul
Naval Group to Launch Second Kimon-Class Frigate, Nearchos
Naval Group is set to launch the Nearchos, the second Kimon-class frigate for Greece, on September 19, 2024, at its Lorient shipyard. This follows the successful launch of its sister ship, Kimon, exactly one year ago
Hanwha Ocean, WB Electronics Sign MOU for Orka Submarine Program Collaboration at...
Hanwha Ocean has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Polands WB Electronics to collaborate on the Polish Navys Orka submarine program. The agreement was formalized at the MSPO 2024 defense exhibition, held in Targi Kielce, Poland, from September 3 to 6
Thyssenkrupp, NVL Announce Joint Venture to Develop F127 Air Defense Frigate
German companies thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL) Group revealed plans to establish a joint venture aimed at constructing the MEKO A-400 AMD, a new air defense frigate for the German Navy, designated as the Type F127. The cooperation agreement was signed by Oliver Burkhard, CEO of thyssenkrupp Marine...
Japanese Coast Guard to Build its Biggest Ship Ever
The Japan Coast Guard plans to build its biggest patrol ship to enhance its disaster and emergency response capabilities, officials announced Tuesday. The coast guard's largest current patrol ship is 150 meters long and weighs 6,500 tons
COTECMAR, Damen Sign Contract for Colombia’s First Locally Built Frigate
The Corporación de Ciencia y Tecnología para el Desarrollo de la Industria Naval, Marítima y Fluvial (COTECMAR) and the Damen Shipyards Group have signed a contract for technical support and component supply to construct the Plataforma Estratégica de Superficie (PES - Strategic Surface Platform) frigate. The agreement, signed on August 11, marks the beginning of Colombia's first locally built 107
Hensoldt to Provide TRS-4D Radars for German F126 Frigates
HENSOLDT has received a further order from Thales for the delivery of TRS-4D naval radars for the German Navy's F126 frigates. This brings the total order value to more than €200 million
Italian Navy Orders Fourth OSN Offshore Patrol Vessel
The Italian Navy has exercised an option to purchase a fourth Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) and related logistic support from Orizzonte Sistemi Navale (OSN), a joint venture between Fincantieri (51%) and Leonardo (49%). The total value of the contract is approximately €236 million
Malaysia Signs LOA to Receive Former U.S. Coast Guard Ship
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) is set to acquire a former U.S
Turkey Launches Second Ada-Type Corvette for Ukrainian Navy
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry announced today that the second Ada-Type Corvette, "Hetman Ivan Vyhovskyi", was launched at the RMK Marine shipyard in Istanbul. Defense Minister Rustem Umerov attended the ceremony, stating that the corvette, equipped with the latest weapons, will significantly enhance Ukraine's defense capabilities
PT PAL Indonesia, Leonardo to Partner on Weapon System Integration
PT PAL Indonesia has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Leonardo S.p
Eurofighter Typhoon Tests New SPEAR Cruise Missile
Netherlands Completes Delivery of F-16 Fighter Jets to European Training Center
Poland Offers Artillery, Air Defense Systems, and Drones to Saudi Arabia
Belarus Accuses West of Plotting Multi-Front Attack on Its Territory
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...