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March 16, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

USS Nimitz receives service life extension from US Navy through 2027

The US Navy has extended the operational life of its oldest aircraft carrier, USS Nimitz (CVN-68), delaying its decommissioning from May 2026 to March 2027. This 10-month extension aligns...

March 13, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

US Navy and DIU Award Anduril Role in XL Autonomous Submarine Initiative

The US Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit have selected Anduril Industries to support their extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle initiative. Chosen through the DIU’s competitive Commercial Solutions Opening process,...

March 13, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Saab Expands Cooperation With Polish Defense Industry

Saab has signed new cooperation agreements with Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa and WB Group as part of efforts to strengthen industrial and technological collaboration with Poland’s defense industry. Under an...

March 10, 2026
G.Krish
Mergers & JV

Hanwha Collaborates With Canadian Companies and Universities for Advanced Submarine Initiative

South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean has entered into five industry teaming agreements and three memoranda of understanding with Canadian companies and academic institutions to support the Canadian Patrol Submarine...

March 10, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Mobix Labs Awarded US Navy Contract to Support Shipboard Secure Communications

The United States Navy has renewed and expanded its procurement of secure communications hardware from Mobix Labs to support its surface fleet. The agreement strengthens ongoing efforts to maintain...

March 5, 2026
G.Krish
R&D

Jakarta to Upgrade Giuseppe Garibaldi Carrier Through Local Shipyards

Indonesia is preparing to modernize the aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi aircraft carrier after acquiring the vessel from Italy, with domestic companies and shipyards expected to participate in the upgrade...

March 4, 2026
G.Krish
New Product Launches

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Rolls Out 8th Miyako Patrol Ship, Delivers Sixth Unit to Japan Coast Guard

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has launched another Miyako-class large patrol vessel for the Japan Coast Guard while also delivering a previously completed ship from the same series. The Miyako program...

March 4, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

India Finalizes $237M Deal for Russia’s Shtil Naval Air Defence Missiles

The Ministry of Defence India has signed a contract worth 21.82 billion rupees ($237 million) to procure the Russian-made Shtil-1 vertical-launch ship-based air defense system for the Indian Navy....

March 4, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Rheinmetall Finalizes NVL Purchase to Expand Germany’s Naval Capabilities

Rheinmetall has finalized its acquisition of Naval Vessels Lürssen (NVL), creating a stronger German naval systems supplier capable of designing and producing surface combatants and autonomous maritime platforms for...

March 3, 2026
G.Krish
Procurement & Contracts

Navantia Pitches Enduring Maritime Defense Alliance to Denmark

Navantia has stepped forward to establish itself as a long-term industrial partner for Denmark’s upcoming naval procurement programs, presenting a cooperation proposal during a rare visit of the Spanish...