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April 25, 2026
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India gets first wire-guided heavy torpedo

BDL, in collaboration with NSTL, has successfully produced India’s first advanced heavyweight torpedo with wire-guided fiber-optic control and acoustic homing technology. Designed for operational and combat use, it significantly...

April 21, 2026
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US Clears $11.9B Aegis Sale to Germany

Germany has moved closer to fielding advanced missile-defense frigates after Washington cleared an $11.9 billion Aegis combat system package. The proposed deal includes eight shipsets featuring SPY-6 radars, Mk...

April 21, 2026
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Brazil, EDGE Team on Naval Cyber

The Brazilian Navy has partnered with EDGE of the UAE to enhance protection of military networks and maritime infrastructure against cyber threats. Signed in São Paulo, the agreement covers...

April 19, 2026
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DRDO Preps 100kW Naval Laser Test

DRDO is preparing a major step in naval air defense with planned testing of a 100 kW directed energy laser weapon for Indian warships under the DURGA II program....

April 18, 2026
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India Eyes LiB Scorpene With BrahMos

France’s Naval Group has proposed a next-generation Scorpene Evolved submarine to India, centered on lithium-ion battery technology. The change promises longer submerged operations, faster charging, and lower acoustic signature...

April 17, 2026
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Rheinmetall Starts Final Type 424 Ship

Naval Vessels Lürssen has started production of the third and final Type 424 signals intelligence vessel for the Germany Navy. The ships will replace the aging Type 423 Oste-class...

April 17, 2026
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Navantia, tkMS Team on Submarines

Spain’s Navantia and Germany’s thyssenkrupp Marine Systems have signed an MoU to explore joint shipbuilding opportunities tied to submarine programs in Europe, NATO, and export markets. The partnership seeks...

April 16, 2026
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Fincantieri Wins $30M Landing Ship Deal

The US Navy has awarded Fincantieri Marine Group a $30-million contract to begin the first phase of its Medium Landing Ship program. The award funds long-lead materials and engineering...

April 16, 2026
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India Develops New Submarine Coating

India is strengthening naval self-reliance through indigenous production of specialized submarine rubber tiles used to enhance underwater stealth. These advanced synthetic tiles are fixed to submarine hulls and help...

April 15, 2026
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UK Navy extends Babcock ship support contract

Behind every powerful warship and training aircraft lies a network of support systems that keep them mission-ready. Babcock International plays a key role in this unseen but vital domain,...