Rolls-Royce to equip Canadian River-class destroyers with advanced power and handling systems
Rolls-Royce has confirmed a major contract to supply critical systems for the first three vessels of Canada’s River-class destroyer (RCD) programme.
Elbit Systems wins $330 million in naval contracts to supply advanced warfare and surveillance technologies
Israeli defence company Elbit Systems Ltd has announced the award of several new naval contracts from international clients, including NATO member states.
Lithuania plans to acquire Vanguard-class multirole military ships from Norway
Lithuania is exploring the purchase of multirole military ships from Norway, Defence Minister Dovilė Šakalienė announced following a meeting with her Norwegian counterpart Tore O. Sandvik in Lithuania.
Denmark to acquires additional ESSM Block 2 missiles to strengthen naval air defence
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.
Royal Navy unveils 12-metre uncrewed submarine Excalibur
The 12-metre vessel, named "Excalibur," was presented at HMNB Devonport, attended by 200 guests, including Rear Admiral James Parkin and representatives from AUKUS nations.
Finland: keel laid for second Pohjanmaa-class corvette at Rauma shipyard
The keel for the second Pohjanmaa-class multi-role corvette was laid at the Rauma shipyard on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
Two of Europe’s most powerful task forces team up in the Mediterranean
Two of Europe’s most powerful task forces teamed up for a week-long exercise as the Royal Navy’s headline global mission reaches its high point in the Mediterranean.
Dynamic Mongoose 25: NATO conducts High North anti-submarine warfare exercise in Icelandic waters
NATO has launched its annual anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise, Dynamic Mongoose 25, in the waters surrounding Iceland, aiming to strengthen undersea capabilities and enhance transatlantic defence cooperation.
Navantia advances F110 frigate programme with milestones for F112 and F113 ships
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.
BAE Systems and Umoe Mandal deepen UK-Norway maritime collaboration
BAE Systems and Norwegian shipbuilder Umoe Mandal have signed a new collaboration agreement to strengthen joint maritime capabilities and reinforce UK-Norway defence ties.
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ASELSAN completes world’s most advanced MEKO-class frigate modernisation project [VIDEO]
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 begins construction of first FREMM EVO frigate for Italian Navy
Fincantieri has officially commenced construction of the first of two new-generation FREMM EVO frigates for the Italian Navy.