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April 20, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Canada Selects BlackBerry, thyssenkrupp for Submarine Software Systems

BlackBerry Limited subsidiary QNX has teamed up with German naval builder thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) to supply embedded software for Canada’s Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). Launched in 2021,...

April 20, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Japan Eyes Defence Ties Boost with Mogami Frigate Offer to India

Japan has presented a major defence proposal to India, offering its advanced Mogami-class frigate along with a co-production model that would enable the vessels to be constructed in Indian...

April 19, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

DRDO Readies 100kW Laser Weapon Test Under DURGA-II

India is advancing toward the deployment of shipborne directed energy weapons as the DRDO prepares to test a 100 kW high-power laser system for integration on frontline naval platforms....

April 18, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

India Eyes LiB-Powered Scorpéne Sub with BrahMos-NG Capability

Naval Group has proposed the Scorpéne Evolved to the Indian Navy, a next-generation upgrade that represents a major technological advancement over the existing Kalvari-class submarines. The offering is intended...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Rheinmetall Launches Construction of Final Type 424 Recon Vessel

Rheinmetall’s shipbuilding division Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL) has commenced construction of the third and final Type 424 signals intelligence (SIGINT) and reconnaissance vessel for the German Navy. The milestone,...

April 17, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Navantia, thyssenkrupp Partner on Global Submarine Builds

Navantia and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore submarine shipbuilding opportunities across Europe, NATO, and global markets. The agreement focuses on strengthening...

April 16, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

US Navy Awards Fincantieri $30M Landing Ship Contract

The US Navy has awarded a $30 million contract to Fincantieri Marine Group, the American arm of Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri, to initiate the first phase of the Medium Landing...

April 16, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

New Indian Submarine Coating Enhances Naval Stealth

India has been steadily advancing its drive for self-reliance in critical naval technologies, with one of the most strategically important yet underreported achievements being the indigenous development of submarine...

April 15, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

‘Tritone’ Multi-Purpose Vessel Commissioned Into Italian Naval Fleet

The Italian Navy has received its upgraded “Tritone” multi-purpose support vessel, delivered at Fincantieri’s Palermo shipyard. Designed for underwater operations, the vessel has undergone enhancements to improve mission capability...

April 15, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Babcock Retains Role in Providing Technical and Managerial Aid to UK Warships

Babcock International Group has secured a two-year contract extension to continue delivering the Future Maritime Support Program (FMSP) for the Royal Navy. The program provides essential fleet maintenance and...