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June 1, 2026
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Canada Picks Thales Sonar for Destroyers

Lockheed Martin Canada has awarded Thales Canada a contract to provide the advanced S2087 anti-submarine warfare sonar system for the Royal Canadian Navy’s future River-class destroyers. The system, part...

June 1, 2026
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Ultra Maritime to Support River-Class Fleet

India’s next-generation S-5 ballistic missile submarine program has entered a significant development phase, with steel-cutting activities for the first vessel reportedly commencing at the Shipbuilding Centre in Visakhapatnam. While...

May 31, 2026
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India May Limit S-5 SSBN Fleet to Four

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has initiated a major modernization and sustainment effort for its MiG-29UPG fighter fleet as it prepares to keep the aircraft operational and combat-capable well...

May 31, 2026
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US to Supply Used Subs to Australia

The maiden flight of Russia’s twin-seat Su-57D stealth fighter has renewed interest in the possibility of India becoming a future partner or customer for the advanced aircraft. Russian officials...

May 29, 2026
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Canadian sub program gains nav tech boost

As countries modernize their submarine fleets, investment in advanced navigation technologies and lifecycle support capabilities is becoming increasingly important. Modern underwater platforms depend on precise navigation systems, integrated combat...

May 27, 2026
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Greece selects Thales for frigate upgrades

Thales will modernize Greece’s Hydra-class frigates with advanced radar, combat management, and fire-control technologies designed to improve naval situational awareness and operational readiness. The upgraded systems will strengthen the...

May 26, 2026
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Seoul advances nuclear submarine program

Seoul is moving forward with an ambitious nuclear-powered submarine program aimed at boosting the South Korean Navy’s long-term underwater combat capabilities. The submarines are expected to be built domestically,...

May 26, 2026
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New Zealand eyes Japanese frigate offer

Tokyo is promoting its upgraded Mogami-class multi-mission frigate to New Zealand as part of Japan’s expanding defense export strategy in the Indo-Pacific region. The advanced FFM configuration incorporates enhanced...

May 26, 2026
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Scorpene submarine plan enters next stage

PT PAL has entered the pre-production phase for Indonesia’s locally built Scorpene-class submarines, supporting Jakarta’s broader push to modernize its maritime defense industry. The upgraded submarines will use advanced...

May 25, 2026
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US Navy awards combat systems support deal

The US Navy has awarded Arcfield a follow-on contract worth $75 million to continue engineering and technical support for submarine combat control systems, including the AN/BYG-1 platform. The program...