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September 18, 2025
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Procurement & Contracts

Spain Places $847M Order for Enhanced BAM Offshore Patrol Ships

Spain has authorized Navantia to proceed with the design and construction of two new Buques de Acción Marítima (BAM)-class offshore patrol ships for the Spanish Navy. Once delivered, the...

September 17, 2025
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New Product Launches

Spain’s First F-110 Frigate Launched Early by Navantia

Navantia has launched the F-111 Bonifaz, the first in Spain’s new F-110 frigate class, signaling a key milestone in the renewal of the Spanish Navy’s fleet. Laid down in...

September 16, 2025
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Terma Wins Major Naval Deal to Boost Presence Across Middle East and Africa

In its largest regional naval contract to date, Terma has joined forces with Albwardy Damen to equip a new class of advanced naval vessels with state-of-the-art mission-critical systems. The...

September 15, 2025
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Mergers & JV

Hanwha and Babcock Join Forces for Multi-Billion Dollar Canadian Submarine Project

Hanwha Ocean has entered into a teaming agreement with Babcock Canada for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP), designating the company as the exclusive in-service support provider for the...

September 14, 2025
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Financial and Investment Updates

Australia to Invest $8 Billion in Nuclear Submarine Shipyard

The Australian government has pledged an initial AU$12 billion ($8 billion) to modernize shipyard infrastructure in Perth, supporting its future fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. The investment will be phased...

September 7, 2025
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Venezuela Fields Iranian Peykaap III Boats

The Venezuelan Navy has reportedly fielded Peykaap III fast attack craft from Iran, a development that could alter naval security dynamics in the Caribbean. Footage circulating online shows the...

September 5, 2025
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Norway Orders 5 UK Type 26 Frigates

Norway will acquire five BAE-built Type 26 frigates under a £10B agreement with the UK. The warships, optimized for anti-submarine warfare, enhance Arctic security and ensure Glasgow shipyards maintain...

September 5, 2025
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Sea Dagger Boosts UK Naval Autonomy

The “Sea Dagger” craft concept, revealed by Leidos, is being developed with the Royal Navy and UKCF. It is the first of its class to combine high speed, long...

September 5, 2025
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Mergers & JV

South Korea Yards Unite for Global Reach

Hyundai Mipo and Hyundai Heavy Industries will merge under HD KSOE to enhance competitiveness and defense shipbuilding. Launching in 2025, the unified company will pursue Arctic-specialized vessels, expand defense...

September 4, 2025
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Palfinger to Equip Japan’s FFM Warships

Japan has contracted Austria’s Palfinger Marine to deliver stern launch and recovery systems (Stern-LARS) for its upcoming FFM-class multirole frigates. Covering the first five vessels to be constructed between...