Naval Group, Thales & KNDS to Develop Multiple Weapons Launching System
Naval Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Thales and KNDS to work on integrating their solutions into the multipurpose and modular launching system (MPLS) that can launch missiles, rockets UAVs and bombs from a single launcher. A “technological breakthrough” in the service of operational superiority, the MPLS responds to...
MBDA Completes First Test of Teseo MK2/E Anti-Ship Missile System for Italian...
Italys latest anti-ship missile system, the Teseo MK2/E, underwent its first test firing on October 14, European MBDA announced today. This evolved missile, also known internationally as the OTOMAT, represents the newest generation in the Teseo missile family and offers enhanced capabilities over its predecessors
MBDA Unveils Submarine-Launched Exocet Missile at Euronaval 2024
MBDA has introduced plans for a new submarine-launched anti-ship missile, the
Turkish ASELSAN to Unveil New GÖKSUR Missile Defense System at EURONAVAL 2024
Aselsan will showcase its all new Goskur Point Missile Defense System together with naval electronic warfare systems, underwater technologies and others at Euronaval 2024 show in Paris starting Monday. According to the press release, the GÖKSUR 100-N, equipped with the GÖKSUR IIR missile adapted for naval defense, provides 360-degree target destruction...
Raytheon, Japan Achieve Full-Rate Production of SM-3 Block IIA Missile
Raytheon has entered full-rate production for the Standard Missile-3 (SM-3) Block IIA. This marks the first cooperative development program between the U
Raytheon Completes Environmental Testing of Barracuda Mine Neutralization System
Raytheon recently conducted a series of environmental tests for the Barracuda Mine Neutralization System at the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division. The tests were carried out using a production-representative unit of the Barracuda, an underwater mine neutralizer designed to detect and eliminate naval mine threats
Brazilian Navy Conducts First MANSUP Launch from Greenhalgh-Class Frigate
The Brazilian Navy launched the MANSUP (Míssil Antinavio Nacional de Superfície) anti-ship missile from the Greenhalgh-class frigate F Rademaker (F49) for the first time on September 13. This launch was part of ongoing efforts to develop a surface-to-surface missile that will equip future naval vessels
Rheinmetall, MBDA to Develop Laser Weapon Systems for Ships by 2030
Germanys Rheinmetall and European missile manufacturer MBDA announced a joint agreement to develop a maritime laser weapon system within the next five to six years. This effort builds on their September 2023 collaboration, which set the groundwork for developing their first laser weapon platform
BAE Systems Wins £60M Contract to Upgrade Royal Navy’s Sting Ray Torpedo...
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U.K. Navy’s Frigates, Destroyers to Receive New Warship Decoy System
The Royal Navy's new warship protection decoy system, Ancilia will be fitted to all six Type 45 destroyers as well as the entire next-generation frigate force. This includes eight Type 26 City-class submarine hunters and five Type 31 Inspiration-class general purpose warships
Israeli Navy Tests LARD Long Range Interceptor
The Israeli Navy, the Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D), and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) completed a successful test of the 'LRAD' long-range interceptor this week. During the test, a precise rocket was launched at a target, simulating a strategic asset at sea
PT PAL Indonesia, Leonardo to Partner on Weapon System Integration
PT PAL Indonesia has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Leonardo S.p
Lockheed Martin Prepares for X-59's First Flight
ST Engineering iDirect to Supply Electronics for Exail’s Underwater Drones in Belgian-Dutch...
Boeing Defence Australia Receives Approval to Locally Manufacture Parts for Super Hornets,...
Swiss Army Chooses PIRANHA-Based 155 mm Artillery System
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...