thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saab Australia, strengthening their ongoing cooperation in naval defence.
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Armed with MBDA’s Aster anti-air and Exocet MM40 B3c anti-surface missiles, the RAM system, MU90 torpedoes, and a 76mm gun, HS Kimon is built for high-intensity combat
HMS Glasgow, the first of eight new Type 26 frigates being constructed by BAE Systems for the Royal Navy, has been officially named by Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales.
The Danish Ministry of Defence has announced the acquisition of additional Evolved Sea Sparrow (ESSM) Block 2 air defence missiles for the Royal Danish Navy’s frigates.
Lockheed Martin, a leading American defence company, has taken significant steps forward in the development of Spain’s F-110 multi-mission frigate programme.
Navantia’s shipyard in Ferrol (A Coruña) hosted a double ceremony last Friday, marking the start of construction for the F113 frigate and the keel laying for the F112 frigate.
According to a report by French newspaper La Tribune, French shipbuilder Naval Group aims to sell at least 27 FDI (Belh@rra) frigates, targeting both existing and new international markets.
Serco, the international provider of critical services to governments, has announced it will continue delivering technical services to modernise the U.S. Navy’s Guided Missile Frigates and ship systems.
Italian shipbuilding company Fincantieri has officially delivered the Spartaco Schergat (F 598), the ninth FREMM (European Multi-Mission Frigate), to the Italian Navy.
Defence industry partners Naviris and eurosam have successfully completed the Critical Design Review (CDR) for the Horizon Mid-Life Upgrade (MLU) Programme.
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ASELSAN has successfully finalised the mid-life upgrade of the TCG ORUÇREİS, marking the completion of what is recognised as the world’s most comprehensive modernisation of a MEKO-class frigate.
Fincantieri has officially commenced construction of the first of two new-generation FREMM EVO frigates for the Italian Navy.
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