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March 2, 2026
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Fincantieri Lays Keel for U212 NFS Sub

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri has laid the keel for the first U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS) for the Italian Navy at its Muggiano shipyard, marking a major milestone in replacing...

February 27, 2026
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New EU Patrol Corvette JV Launched

Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri and Spanish defense firm Navantia have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture supporting the European Patrol Corvette (EPC) initiative. Backed by the...

February 26, 2026
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Turkish Navy Commissions Sancar USV

The Turkish Navy has officially commissioned the domestically developed Sancar armed unmanned surface vehicle, marking a significant expansion of its autonomous maritime warfare capabilities. Jointly produced by Havelsan and...

February 26, 2026
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Turkey to Export Armed Patrol Boats

Turkey will deliver two armored, weaponized multi-purpose patrol boats to a Southeast Asian nation, marking its first export of this naval class to the region. The vessels will be...

February 26, 2026
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France Starts Trials of 4th Barracuda Sub

Naval Group has initiated sea trials for De Grasse (S638), the fourth Barracuda-class nuclear-powered attack submarine built for the French Navy. The trials follow dockside evaluations and reactor activation...

February 26, 2026
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Fassmer Wins German Training Ship Deal

Germany has selected Fassmer to construct four new training vessels for the German Navy under the Sea-Based Training and Sea Trials (modified) program. The first vessel is scheduled for...

February 25, 2026
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Sweden Selects Freire for 4 Naval Ships

Sweden has contracted Spain’s Freire Shipyard to build four naval support vessels designed for icy and harsh-weather operations. The 47-meter ships will carry 16 crew, operate for up to...

February 24, 2026
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Kongsberg to Modernize Skjold-Class Fleet

Norway has awarded Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace a contract worth approximately 400 million Norwegian krone to modernize the combat systems aboard the Royal Norwegian Navy’s Skjold-class fast attack vessels....

February 23, 2026
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Autonomous Attack Vessel Debuts for US Navy

The STEAMRACER platform represents a new generation of autonomous naval vessels. Equipped with artificial intelligence, modular payload capability, and advanced control systems, it supports flexible maritime missions. Its hybrid...

February 23, 2026
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Italy’s Next-Gen Patrol Vessel Enters Service

Italy has introduced its first advanced offshore patrol ship to strengthen maritime security and coastal protection. The vessel integrates modern control technology that allows centralized command of ship systems,...