USS Nimitz aircraft carrier deploys to Southern Seas exercise as U.S. Navy extends service life to 2027
The USS Nimitz has been deployed to participate in the 11th edition of the Southern Seas 2026 exercise.
Naval Group selects Arabelle Solutions for nuclear propulsion turbines for France’s next-generation aircraft carrier
Arabelle Solutions has been selected by Naval Group to design and supply key components for the nuclear propulsion system of France’s future aircraft carrier.
USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier arrives in Greece for repairs after onboard fire during Middle East deployment
The USS Gerald R. Ford, the largest aircraft carrier in the United States Navy, arrived at Souda Bay in Crete on Monday for maintenance and repairs following an onboard fire.
France unveils name of next-generation nuclear aircraft carrier as PANG programme advances toward build phase
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that France’s next-generation nuclear-powered aircraft carrier will be named “France Libre.”
U.S. Navy extends service of USS Nimitz aircraft carrier to March 2027 as preparations begin for planned inactivation
The U.S. Navy has decided to keep its oldest aircraft carrier, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), in service for an additional 10 months beyond its previously planned retirement date.
USS Nimitz aircraft carrier departs Naval Base Kitsap for final time ahead of homeport shift to Norfolk
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN 68) departed Naval Base Kitsap in Bremerton, Washington, on March 7 for the last time in its 51-year service history.
Trump rejects UK offer to send aircraft carriers to Middle East amid Iran conflict
“The United Kingdom, our once Great Ally, maybe the Greatest of them all, is finally giving serious thought to […]
U.S. Navy: USS George H.W. Bush carrier strike group completes COMPTUEX certification exercise
The Sailors, ships, squadrons and staff of the USS George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group have completed the Composite Training Unit Exercise, known as COMPTUEX.
Sweden confirms Russian drone launched near French carrier Charles de Gaulle was detected and neutralised in Malmö
Sweden confirmed that on 25 February 2026 its armed forces detected and neutralised a drone launched near the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle during its visit to Malmö.
U.S. Navy: USS Gerald R. Ford crew maintains readiness and morale during extended eight-month deployment
More than eight months into an extended deployment, the Sailors aboard USS Gerald R. Ford continue to demonstrate resilience, professionalism, and sustained morale while operating far from home.
French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle arrives in Malmö during NATO exercises in Northern Europe
The French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle is due to arrive in Malmö on Tuesday 24 February as part of NATO’s regular exercise activities.
USS Gerald R. Ford sailing to U.S. Central Command area of responsibility as deployment nears record duration
The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford and its escort ships are sailing across the Atlantic Ocean and heading for the Strait of Gibraltar as they reposition for operations in the U.S. Central Command region amid heightened tensions with Iran.