Naval Platforms

currentdefencenews.com > News > Naval Platforms

May 26, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

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
Admin
Naval Platforms

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...

May 25, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Microwave system to counter smuggling boats

The US Coast Guard plans to develop a high-power microwave capability for small interception craft to counter smuggling vessels, jet skis, and unmanned surface threats. Working with Lockheed Martin,...

May 24, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

China Deploys Over 100 Regional Ships

Taiwan has expressed growing concern after Chinese forces reportedly deployed more than 100 naval, coast guard, and support vessels across regional waters extending from the Yellow Sea to the...

May 23, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Inside the MK 48 Undersea Weapon

The MK 48 torpedo remains a cornerstone of modern undersea warfare, equipping submarines with a highly sophisticated offensive weapon capable of engaging both enemy submarines and surface combatants across...

May 20, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Babcock Expands With AtkinsRéalis

British defense contractor has signed a five-year partnership agreement with Canadian engineering company to expand engineering support for UK defense and submarine programs. The arrangement is designed to strengthen...

May 19, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Sweden to Buy Naval Group Frigates

Sweden has selected France’s Naval Group to build four new frigates for the Swedish Navy in a major defense-industrial agreement valued at more than 10 billion kronor per vessel....

May 16, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Gerald Ford carrier completes 326-day mission

After nearly a year at sea, the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has returned to its home base in Norfolk, Virginia, following a 326-day deployment. The mission marked...

May 14, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

New Submarine, Drone Pact Signed

Swedish defense company Saab and Poland’s PGZ have agreed to deepen cooperation across multiple naval defense sectors, including submarines, underwater technologies, and autonomous maritime systems. The partnership outlines plans...

May 13, 2026
Admin
Naval Platforms

Navy Unveils 450-Ship Golden Fleet Plan

The United States Navy has unveiled a sweeping 30-year “Golden Fleet” modernization strategy designed to expand the fleet beyond 450 vessels during the early 2030s while revitalizing America’s maritime...