Rafael showcases the new capabilities of its TYPHOON C-UAS and 6th Generation Naval SPIKE NLOS missile at the NAVDEX 2023 exhibition.
Boeing photo Boeing Gets U.S. DoD Greenlight to Propose EA-18G Growler to Finland - Naval News: Boeing and the U.S. Navy have received U.S. Department of Defense approval to offer the EA-18G Growler to Finland. Previously only Australia had been authorized to purchase the airborne electronic attack (AEA) aircraft. Boeing and the Navy have offered the Growler and F/A-18 Super Hornet in a response to query issued by the Finnish Ministry of Defense as part of their HX fighter program procurement. “All strike fighter aircraft rely on Growler escort to increase survivability during high-threat missions. The combination of the Super Hornet Block III and Growler would provide Finland with superior technological capability particularly suited to Finland’s HX mission requirements.” Dan Gillian, Boeing vice president, F/A-18 and EA-18G programs. An F/A-18 variant, the Growler is the world’s most advanced AEA platform and the only one in production today. It’s capable of disrupting, deceiving or denying a broad range of military electronic systems including radar and communication systems. In addition to the U.S. Navy, the Growler is flown by the Royal Australian Air Force. EA-18G Growler: Details
An UNCLASSIFIED November 23, 2020 public domain photo showing the United States Special Forces Command (USSOCOM)’s Combat Craft Assault (CCA), built by United States Marine, Inc.’s (USMI) next to the USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB-4) has revealed some interesting feature information already available to the public and also mentioned here on Naval News.
Indonesia commissions first Martadinata-class guided-missile frigate Ridzwan Rahmat, Singapore - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly 10 April 2017 Key Points Indonesia has commissioned its first SIGMA 10514 guided-missile frigate Vessel will bolster the Indonesian Navy's Eastern Fleet capabilities The Indonesian Navy (Tentara Nasional Indonesia - Angkatan Laut, or TNI-AL) has commissioned its first Martadinata (Sigma 10514) class guided-missile frigate, KRI Raden Eddy Martadinata. The vessel, which has been given the pennant number 331, was commissioned on 7 April at Tanjung Priok, in a ceremony officiated by Indonesian defence minister Ryamnizard Ryacudu. Raden Eddy Martadinata is the first of two 105 m frigates jointly constructed by Indonesian state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL and Damen. The vessel was handed over to the TNI-AL in January 2017. The 2,400-tonne platform features an overall length of 105.1 m, an overall beam of 14 m, and a hull draught of 3.7 m. Powered by two diesel engines with 26,820 hp, the vessel can attain a top speed of 30 kt, and a range of 4,000 n miles at 18 kt. The frigate's core mission systems have been supplied by Thales Nederland, including the TACTICOS combat management system, SMART-S Mk 2 surveillance radar, and STIR 1.2 EO Mk 2 radar/electro-optical tracking system. Weapons onboard the platform includes a Leonardo (Oto Melara) 76/62 Super Rapid gun. The vessel has also been fitted to deploy MBDA VL-MICA anti-air missiles, MM 40 Exocet anti-ship missiles, and 324 mm torpedoes for submarine prosecution. Raden Eddy Martadinata will join the TNI-AL's Eastern Fleet where it is expected to eventually assume duties that include partaking in the service's contribution to international peacekeeping operations, such as the Maritime Task Force United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (MTF UNIFIL). The second-of-class, which will be known as KRI I Gusti Ngurah Rai with pennant number 332, was launched by PT PAL in September 2016 and is expected to be commissioned in the later part of the year, according to Jane's Fighting Ships. Original post: janes.com Related post: Indonesia begins sea trials of first SIGMA 10514 frigate SIGMA 10514 PKR: Details
Austal is teaming with BMT and Raytheon to deliver the new Australian Independent Littoral Manoeuvre Vessel, or ILMV, for the Australian Army.
On September 28th, Nikólaos Panayotópoulos, the Greek Minister of Defence, Pierre Eric Pommellet, CEO of Naval Group, and Eric Béranger, CEO of MBDA, signed a
BAE Systems would be “delighted” to enter its Type 26 Global Combat Ship in the FFG(X) competition – if the Navy scraps a requirement for a proven hull.
HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group are currently exercising in the North Sea.
South Korea approved the development of a new ship-launched ballistic missile program known as "Ship-to-surface Ballistic Missile" (함대지탄도유도탄)
Naval Group, a French company focusing on naval defence, and Centrale Nantes engineering school have 3D printed the first hollow propeller blade demonstrator. Sirenha, a Centrale Nantes spin-off and subsidiary of Naval Group, helmed the design of the blade. It was manufactured using the Wire Arc for Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) process. The blades were produced […]
Dokdo-class - Public domain Navy mulls possibility of operating F-35B aboard new amphibious assault ship SEOUL, Aug. 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's Navy has put up a public notice of tender for a research project to explore the possibility of operating F-35B stealth aircraft aboard its amphibious landing ship, officials said Friday. Last Friday, the Navy initiated the tender through an electronic defense procurement system of the state-run Defense Acquisition Program Administration, citing moves by neighboring countries to consider running F-38Bs aboard their warships. The project seeks to study the possible remodeling of the country's 14,000-ton Dokdo-class vessel to host the F-35B fighter, a short takeoff and vertical landing variant of the U.S.-made fifth-generation warplane. The research is set to end by Dec. 15. Observers speculated that the Navy might seek to run the F-35B on the Marado warship that is currently under construction and slated to be deployed in 2020. The existing Dokdo ship is seen as capable of operating only transport helicopters because its deck is not made of materials that can withstand high temperatures caused by fighter jet operations. In 2014, Seoul decided to purchase 40 F-35A fighters for deployment from 2018 through 2021 at a cost of 7.3 trillion won (US$6.4 billion). The F-35A is the fighter's air force variant, while the F-35B and F-35C are for marines and aircraft carrier-based operations, respectively. There has been speculation that Seoul may consider introducing several F-35Bs as it may have to purchase additional warplanes due to a shortage of warplanes that could occur in the coming years with the decommissioning of F-4s and F-5s. Japanese media have reported that Tokyo's Maritime Self-Defense Force is considering purchasing F-35Bs for its large escort ships. [email protected] (END) Source: yonhapnews.co.kr Related articles: South Korea to deploy K-SAAM on second Dokdo class South Korea ROKS Marado (LPH 6112) Helicopter Carrier Launched S. Korea's military mulls operating F-35B stealth aircraft aboard new amphibious assault ship Dokdo Class (LPH): Details F-35 Lightning II: Details
Indonesia has deployed a warship to its North Natuna Sea to monitor a Chinese coast guard vessel that has been active in the gas-rich maritime area, the
Internationally acclaimed watercolorist Tom W. Freeman died on Tuesday after a brief illness. He was 62.
At MADEX 2021, the naval defense show which kicked off today in Busan, South Korea, local shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) unveiled the HCX-21. This trimaran vessel is being proposed in Navy and Coast Guard variants.
The booth for CV eXperimental (CVX), the project name for South Korea’s first aircraft carrier, at the MADEX International Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition this year will constitute 30% of the entire display area, according to Yonhap News. This decision is not just for pomp and circumstance. The Ministry of National Defense (MND) faces an uphill ...
The Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) released the latest details on the configuration details of its next generation frigates: the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC). They will be heavily armed, featuring Naval Strike Missiles, Tomahawk and both ESSM and Sea Ceptor!
South Korean shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) unveiled the new HDL-13000 MRSS at the Defence Service Asia Exhibition and Conference (DSA) 2022 currently held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration (CGA) held a ship launching and christening ceremony today, at the Taiwan Shipbuilding Corporation (CSBC). The 4,000-ton patrol ship "Chiayi" (CG-5001) is the largest vessel ever launched for Taiwan's CGA.
A visualization of Babcock's Arrowhead-140PL design was unveiled last week at a press conference hosted by the consortium PGZ MIECZNIK.
The Philippine Navy today commissioned its first ever guided missile frigate, BRP Jose Rizal (FF-150), during a ceremony held at Alava Wharf, Subic Bay, Zambales.
Ballistic Missile Submarines (SSBNs) form the backbone of nuclear deterrents. Yet the types in service with NATO navies, the U.S., U.K., and France, are reaching the ends of their service lives. The new submarines which are being built to succeed them should keep the deterrent dependable in an uncertain future.
Denmark has begun the process of procuring systems to increase presence and surveillance across its Arctic areas of interest.
Image: From the net 6 NOVEMBER 2017 BAE Systems has awarded 15 more manufacturing contracts in support of the Type 26 global combat ship programme. With the latest contract awards, the company is increasing the number of UK maritime jobs supported by the programme to more than 4,500. The latest contracts are worth more than £40m and include delivery of diesel and gearbox filtration, vibration monitoring equipment, as well as pipework and fittings. Of all the 15 companies, Goodwins Steel Casting was awarded one of the largest contracts where the shaft brackets supplied by the Staffordshire company will help support more than 380 jobs. Goodwins Steel Casting managing director Steven Birks said: “We are delighted to have been selected to supply the critical duty steel castings for the Royal Navy’s first three City Class Type 26 Global Combat Ships. “These will be manufactured from our advanced facilities here in Stoke-on-Trent.” “By engaging early with BAE Systems, our engineering teams have developed castings that will exceed the stringent technical requirements set out in the tender, and will be manufactured from our advanced facilities here in Stoke-on-Trent.” The other companies awarded manufacturing contracts include Bruel & Kjaer, Calzoni, GEA, Hutchinson Stop-choc, Raytheon Anschutz, Righton, and Rolls-Royce. The contracts cover areas such as supply of hull vibration monitoring equipment, main hanger closure and mission bay enclosures, diesel fuel filtration and gearbox filtration, marine evacuation system, and visual surveillance system (VSS), as well as helicopter starting and servicing system. The Type 26 global combat ship will be a globally deployable, multi-mission warship that can perform a variety of roles ranging from high-intensity warfare to humanitarian assistance. The ship’s modular design and open systems architecture facilitates easy upgrading as new technology develops. In addition, the ship can be equipped with different sub-systems and equipment to meet potential overseas customer needs. Original post: naval-technology.com Type 26 (City-class): Details
Indian multinational conglomerate company Larsen & Toubro, commonly known as L&T has secured a contract to deliver Teevra 40 naval gun systems to the
Wet conditions in recent years have been a blessing for malleefowl in South Australia's Riverland, but they have also been a blessing for wild goats that can destroy the birds' habitat.
The US Navy has awarded a $296m initial contract to Boeing for the procurement of required parts for the production of 12 additional full-rate production (FRP) lot 2 P-8A Poseidon multi-mission maritime aircraft.
Boris Johnson says the £1.25bn order for five Type 31e frigates will safeguard 2,500 jobs.
The Hamina Class fast attack craft were built by Aker Finnyards in Rauma, Finland for the Finnish Navy. Previously known…
Britain has reasserted its sovereignty over the Falkland Islands after Argentina pulled out of a cooperation agreement and demanded new talks over the South Atlantic territory that sparked war between the two countries in 1982. The response came after Argentine Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero said on Twitter that he informed British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly about his country’s decision when the pair met on the margins of the G20 summit last week in India.
Ships deployed on Indo-Pacific Endeavour 2021 (IPE21) took part in the biennial maritime Malaysia-Australia Exercise (MASTEX) while transiting through
Nigerian Navy Ranks - The Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) is the sole head of the activities of the Nigerian Navy and also heads the Naval Command
DAMEN Shipyard Unveils SIGMA 6110 Corvette at NAVDEX 2017
The South Korean Navy announced on Thursday that it has launched a new 8,200-ton destroyer equipped with state-of-the-art systems.
Several armored gunboats that had been in service with the Ukrainian Navy and were seized as trophies during the Russian special military operation in
HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group are currently exercising in the North Sea.
In 2006, Navantia was chosen as the designer of the Royal Australian Navy’s guided missile destroyer (DDG).
Austal USA is expanding the capacity and capability of its Alabama shipyard, doubling down on investing in its future in a way reminiscent of 2009, just before it won the block buy of Littoral Combat Ships that secured the yard a spot in the U.S. shipbuilding industrial base. The Mobile yard this month closed on the purchase of a ship repair facility formerly owned by World Marine of Alabama, an indirect subsidiary of Modern American Recycling and Repair Services of Alabama. It includes a 20,000-ton Panamax-class floating dry dock, 100,000 square feet of covered repair facilities and 15 acres of
The A3D Was Larger Than Life and Twice as Heavy But Did Every Job Exceedingly Well
Already aboard several naval platforms worldwide, Leonardo's LIONFISH® family of defense systems has now also been selected by the Royal Netherlands Navy. The
TKMS revealed data on the Meko-A300 class frigates that the company proposed to the Polish Navy as part of the Miecznik program
An updated design of the PANG (porte-avions de nouvelle génération) new generation aircraft carrier was unveiled today on Day one of Euronaval 2022...
