Sweden becomes first NATO customer to procure Rheinmetall’s Seasnake 30 naval weapon system
Sweden has commissioned Rheinmetall to supply eight Seasnake 30 weapon systems for the Swedish Navy, marking the first order of the system by a NATO member.
Allied Reaction Force Maritime Component deploys to Baltic Sea for NATO exercise Steadfast Dart 26
NATO’s Allied Reaction Force Maritime Component Command, led by Spain, deployed from Kiel, Germany, to the Baltic Sea on 14 February 2026 as part of exercise Steadfast Dart 26.
Saudi Ministry of Defence awards Leonardo contract for four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, deliveries from 2029
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Leonardo for four C-27J Maritime Patrol Aircraft, expanding the global presence of the C-27J Spartan multi-mission tactical transport aircraft.
Hellenic Navy procures Schiebel Camcopter S-100 unmanned systems for new FDI frigates
The Hellenic Navy has signed a contract with Schiebel to procure ship-based Camcopter S-100 Unmanned Air Systems for deployment on its Frégate de Défense et d’Intervention Belharra-class frigates HS Kimon, HS Nearchos and HS Formion.
Australia commits $3.9 billion to Osborne submarine yard, with total investment projected at $30 billion under AUKUS
The Albanese and Malinauskas Labor Governments said South Australia will remain the centre of Australia’s submarine construction, with expenditure projected to reach billions of dollars in the state over coming decades.
Babcock completes largest maintenance programme on HMNZS Te Mana for Royal New Zealand Navy
Babcock has completed its largest maintenance package to date on the Anzac-class frigate HMNZS Te Mana in partnership with the Royal New Zealand Navy and Defence Logistics Command, extending the ship’s operational lifespan into the future.
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu formalize first SPY-7 radar component order for Japan’s ASEV program
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited have finalized the first purchase order for a critical component of Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV) SPY-7 radar antenna.
Damen and Blue Water sign licence deal to build 60-metre autonomous Liberty Class for U.S. Navy fleet expansion
Damen Shipyards Group has signed a licence agreement with Boston-based Blue Water Autonomy to support construction of the 60-metre autonomous Liberty Class vessel for the U.S. Navy.
UK to deploy Carrier Strike Group to North Atlantic and Arctic in 2026 to reinforce NATO and deter Russia
Britain will deploy its Carrier Strike Group to the North Atlantic and High North in 2026 under Operation Firecrest, reinforcing NATO deterrence amid rising Russian military activity in the region.
United States to deploy USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier to Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate – AP
The United States will send the USS Gerald R. Ford, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, to the Middle East to join another carrier already in the region.
Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: TKMS and Magellan sign torpedo production pact
German naval shipbuilder TKMS and Magellan Aerospace Corporation have signed a Teaming Agreement to strengthen industrial cooperation in support of Canada’s future submarine capabilities.
Lockheed Martin wins nine-month Aegis sustainment extension for Royal Australian Navy’s Hobart-class destroyers
Lockheed Martin Australia has been awarded a nine-month extension of its Aegis Sustainment Program for the Royal Australian Navy’s Hobart-class guided missile destroyers.