Ukraine’s defence ministry says drones destroyed or disabled 1,039 Russian military boats
Ukrainian forces used aerial drones to destroy or disable 1,039 Russian military boats from the start of 2026 through 25 October, Ukraine’s defence ministry said.
Northrop Grumman to supply propulsion systems for 12 Virginia-class submarines, CEO says
Northrop Grumman has finalized procurement terms for an additional 12 shipsets of Virginia-class Block VI submarine propulsion equipment, adding $1.4 billion to its backlog, Chief Executive Kathy Warden said.
Finland launches third Pohjanmaa-class corvette, with all four ships due for completion by 2029
Finland launched its third Pohjanmaa-class corvette at Rauma on 29 October, bringing three of the four planned ships into the water.
Huntington Ingalls Industries says 10 Romulus unmanned vessels are under construction for U.S. Navy
Huntington Ingalls Industries is building 10 Romulus 151 unmanned surface vessels for the U.S. Navy through a production network in Louisiana.
Kongsberg receives $54 million U.S. award for autonomous underwater vehicles and equipment
Kongsberg has received a $54 million modification to an existing U.S. government agreement for autonomous underwater capabilities.
USS Washington undocks on schedule at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard ahead of further testing
USS Washington undocked on schedule at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard on October 27, completing a stage of maintenance and modernization ahead of its return to the fleet.
Saab launches Ocean Barrier to monitor underwater threats to ports and critical infrastructure
Saab has launched Ocean Barrier, a system designed to combine underwater sensor data to help protect ports, coastal waters and critical infrastructure.
Navantia launches Spanish Navy’s second F110 frigate four months ahead of schedule
Navantia launched the Spanish Navy’s second F110 frigate, Roger de Lauria, four months ahead of schedule on 27 October, advancing a five-ship programme designed to strengthen the fleet’s combat capabilities.
BAE Systems completes first live-fire test of Adaptable Deck Launcher for naval missiles
BAE Systems has completed the first live-fire test of its Adaptable Deck Launcher, designed to let ships replenish missiles at sea using standard onboard equipment.
Babcock pitches Arrowhead 140 to U.S. Navy as alternative to FF(X) frigate design
Babcock has offered its Arrowhead 140 frigate design to the U.S. Navy as a potential alternative to the FF(X) program, according to British media reports.
U.S. Navy says USS Colorado maintenance visit supports AUKUS preparations in Australia
USS Colorado has arrived at HMAS Stirling for a monthlong maintenance period ahead of its planned return to establish AUKUS submarine rotations in late 2027.
Navantia launches seventh corvette for Saudi navy under programme running to 2029
Navantia has launched Neom, the seventh corvette it has built for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces and the second under a three-ship contract signed in 2025.