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July 29, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

French Firm SEAir to Build Autonomous Naval Platform for EU Initiative

Backed by the European Defence Fund, SEAir is developing ARROW, an uncrewed 12-meter vessel capable of autonomous missions at up to 45 knots. With a focus on stealth, agility,...

July 27, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

UK, Australia Ink Long-Term AUKUS Agreement for 20 Nuclear Submarines

In a major evolution of the AUKUS pact, the UK and Australia have inked the Geelong Treaty — a 50-year strategic agreement to co-develop SSN-AUKUS submarines. The treaty secures...

July 25, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Turkish Navy Advances with Domestic Destroyer and Patrol Vessel Development

ASFAT, Türkiye’s government-owned naval contractor, has secured a milestone deal to produce the country’s first locally-designed air defense destroyer, the TF-2000, and four new patrol vessels. With a service...

July 24, 2025
G.Krish
R&D

Japan Promotes Upgraded Mogami-Class Frigate to Australia

Japan has put forward a modernized variant of its Mogami-class frigate for Australia’s upcoming general-purpose warship acquisition, highlighting compatibility with US systems to enhance trilateral naval cooperation. The offering...

July 22, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Romania Set to Acquire Turkish Warship to Safeguard Black Sea Gas Operations

Romania is set to acquire a nearly-new Turkish warship to enhance security for a vital gas development project in the Black Sea. The vessel in question, the TCG Akhisar—a...

July 22, 2025
G.Krish
Financial and Investment Updates

LA-Based Defense Firm Secures $260M to Expand AI-Driven Manufacturing Facility

Hadrian, a Los Angeles-based defense tech startup, has raised $260 million to expand its AI-driven manufacturing operations in California and Arizona. The funding will support the launch of nearly...

July 19, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Indian Navy Commissions INS Nistar, Boosting Underwater Warfare and Submarine Rescue Capabilities

The Indian Navy has officially commissioned INS Nistar, its first indigenously designed and built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), during a ceremony held at the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam....

July 16, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

US Navy Takes Delivery of Final Independence-Class Littoral Combat Ship

The U.S. Navy has officially received its 19th and final Independence-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS 38), the future USS Pierre, from Austal USA. Launched in August 2024, the vessel...

July 15, 2025
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

First Three-Way Naval Logistics Agreement Signed by US, Australia, and Japan

In a significant move to bolster naval cooperation, Australia, Japan, and the United States have formalized their first three-way logistics agreement aimed at strengthening maritime interoperability. The agreement is...

July 15, 2025
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Rolls-Royce Chosen by US Navy to Power LCAC 100 Hovercraft Fleet

The US Navy has contracted Rolls-Royce for $54.7 million to manufacture engines supporting the Landing Craft Air Cushion 100-class fleet. Under this agreement, the British engineering firm will supply...