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Navantia: F110 frigate’s electric propulsion system completes shock tests
The electric propulsion motor and frequency converter of the F110 frigate have successfully passed barge shock tests, Navantia said in a press release.
U.S. Navy awards Lockheed Martin USD 383 million contract for Trident II missile upgrade
Lockheed Martin has been awarded a USD 383 million cost-plus-incentive-fee and cost-plus-fixed-fee contract modification by the U.S. Navy.
Thales to strengthen French Navy’s anti-submarine capabilities with SonoFlash sonobuoys
Thales has secured a contract with France’s defence procurement agency (DGA) to supply the French Navy with several hundred SonoFlash sonobuoys.
Babcock opens new submarine support hub in Bristol, creating over 100 jobs
Babcock has officially launched its new Submarine Availability Support Hub (SASH) in Bristol, reinforcing the UK’s defence capabilities and creating more than 100 new jobs.
Royal Navy’s Commando Merlin helicopters achieve Full Operating Capability following major upgrade
The Royal Navy’s Commando Merlin helicopters have achieved full operating capability (FOC) following a major upgrade that enhances their ability to operate from naval vessels worldwide.
Airbus Helicopters extends support for U.S. Coast Guard MH-65 fleet until 2037
Airbus Helicopters has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to continue supporting its fleet of MH-65 Dolphin helicopters through 2037.
Royal Navy enhances mine hunting with L3Harris Iver4 Autonomous Underwater Vehicles
L3Harris Technologies has delivered three Iver4 580 Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) to the Royal Navy as part of Project Wilton.