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HII launches new Virginia-class submarine for U.S. Navy

HII has launched the Virginia-class submarine Arkansas (SSN 800) into the James River from its Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division.

KNDS: MARS 3 successfully launches Naval Strike Missile in first live-fire test [VIDEO]

KNDS Deutschland, Elbit Systems, and Kongsberg have successfully conducted the first live-fire test of the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) from the MARS 3 rocket artillery system.

Poland launches first SIGINT ship in Gdansk through strategic partnership with Saab

"Today marks a significant milestone with the launch of ORP Jerzy Różycki as a testament to the power of cooperation and shared vision,” said Micael Johansson, President and CEO of Saab.

Exail wins landmark European defence deal for advanced DriX Uncrewed Surface Vehicles

French technology firm Exail has announced a major defence contract with a European nation for the delivery of five DriX H-8 Uncrewed Surface Vehicles (USVs).

BAE Systems opens new shipbuilding hall in Glasgow to support Type 26 frigate programme

A major milestone for Scotland’s shipbuilding industry has been reached with the official opening of a vast new build hall at BAE Systems’ Govan shipyard in Glasgow.

Irving Shipbuilding marks major milestones in Canada’s naval modernisation effort

Irving Shipbuilding has reached significant milestones in the construction of Canada’s future naval fleet, including the start of full rate production on the River-class destroyers.

U.S. Navy launches SONGBOW laser weapon programme to counter aerial threats

The U.S. Navy has initiated a new high-classified weapons programme known as SONGBOW, aimed at deploying a high-energy laser system capable of countering modern airborne threats.