Navy / Maritime News

USN Cuts Down SM-6 Block IB’s Development Funding
USA

USN Cuts Down SM-6 Block IB’s Development Funding

The U.S. Navy has reduced the funding for the SM-6 Block IB air defence/hypersonic anti-surface warfare missile significantly in the 2026 budget plan.

US Unveils Record $961.6B Defence Budget for FY2026
USA

US Unveils Record $961.6B Defence Budget for FY2026

In its FY2026 plan to oppose China's strategic posture, the Pentagon puts hypersonic missile defence, long-range deterrence, and air dominatio priorities.

Europe’s Future Cruise Missiles Set for Use On Ships Too
United Kingdom France

Europe’s Future Cruise Missiles Set for Use On Ships Too

Next-generation cruise missiles to be developed within the scope of MBDA’s FC/ASW programme will not only be deployed from fighter jets but also from warships.

Bayraktar TB3 UCAV Controls MKE's Pirana Kamikaze USV
Turkiye

Bayraktar TB3 UCAV Controls MKE's Pirana Kamikaze USV

Bayraktar TB3 UCAV took off from the TCG Anadolu LHD, took control of the MKE's Pirana Kamikaze USV, and guided it to the target in the recent teaming test.

Spain Discloses Plans for Catapult-Fitted Aircraft Carrier
Spain

Spain Discloses Plans for Catapult-Fitted Aircraft Carrier

With the retirement of the EAV-8B Harrier II approaching and no apparent plans for F-35B, Spain has announced the plans for a catapult-fitted aircraft carrier.

Trilateral Cooperation for Bayraktar TB3 UCAV On Horizon
Indonesia Italy Turkiye

Trilateral Cooperation for Bayraktar TB3 UCAV On Horizon

Indonesia’s acquisition of Bayraktar TB3 and the possibility of acquiring the Guiseppe Garibaldi aircraft carrier might bring up a trilateral cooperation.

French Navy and Army Order 40 mm CT Airburst Ammunition
France

French Navy and Army Order 40 mm CT Airburst Ammunition

KNDS Group has been awarded a contract for 25000 40 mm cased telescopic ammunition (CTA) for the RAPIDFire weapon systems and Jaguar 6x6 RECCE vehicles.

Italian Navy Carriers Prepare for Bayraktar TB3 UCAVs
France Italy Turkiye

Italian Navy Carriers Prepare for Bayraktar TB3 UCAVs

During the LBA Systems press meeting at the Paris Airshow, Leonardo CEO Cingolani stated that Bayraktar TB3 would be prepared for aircraft carrying ships.

Sefine to Arm Indonesian KCR-70Ms with ATMACA Missiles
Indonesia Turkiye

Sefine to Arm Indonesian KCR-70Ms with ATMACA Missiles

Roketsan and Sefine Shipyard signed a deal to integrate the ATMACA Missile System into two Indonesian naval platforms at the Indo Defence 2025 exhibition.

Northrop Grumman Develops AARGM-ER Missile for Submarines
USA

Northrop Grumman Develops AARGM-ER Missile for Submarines

Northrop Grumman displayed its new idea of a supersonic ASuW missile for submarines during Combined Naval Event 2025 alongside the powered launch capsule.

STM to Showcase Naval Systems and UAVs at Indo Defence 2025
Indonesia Turkiye

STM to Showcase Naval Systems and UAVs at Indo Defence 2025

Turkish defence firm STM will exhibit its naval platforms and tactical UAVs at Indo Defence 2025, one of Asia-Pacific’s key military events, held in Indonesia.

Italian Navy Plans Nuclear Aircraft Carrier for 2040
Italy

Italian Navy Plans Nuclear Aircraft Carrier for 2040

Chief of Staff of the Italian Navy, Admiral Enrico Credendino, stated that there are plans for a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier and various UAVs in 2040.

Germany Plans to Test Combat-Capable USV Platforms
Germany

Germany Plans to Test Combat-Capable USV Platforms

The German Navy is planning to test two different types of combat-capable USVs with high-readiness-level technologies after embarking on UUVs with BlueWhale.

Arleigh Burke Flight IIA Set to Receive the SPY-6 Radar
USA

Arleigh Burke Flight IIA Set to Receive the SPY-6 Radar

Raytheon announced the deal for SPY-6 AESA radar family, which includes the upgrade of Arleigh Burke Flight IIA destroyers by the radar’s integration.