Philippine Navy Receives First Rajah Sulayman Patrol Boat From S. Korea
The Philippine Navy has accepted the lead Rajah Sulayman-class offshore patrol vessel from South Korea as part of a 2022 contract.
Second Philippine Navy Miguel Malvar Warship Enters Service
The Philippine Navy has formally inducted its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), at the Naval Operating Base Subic in Zambales.
Lead Philippine Navy Patrol Boat Undergoes Sea Trials in S. Korea
The Philippine Navy’s first Sulayman-class offshore patrol vessel, the BRP Rajah Sulayman (PS-20), has begun sea trials off South Korea.
South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem to Build $270M Tank Plant in Peru
South Korea firm Hyundai Rotem looks to establish a $270-million assembly plant in Peru for K2 Black Panther tanks and K808 armored vehicles.
HII, Hyundai to Collaborate on Ship Construction, Expand US Capacity
HII and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed an agreement to collaborate on commercial and military ship construction.
Hyundai Rotem, Shield AI to Develop Smarter Human-Machine Combat Systems
South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem is teaming up with American defense tech company Shield AI to co-develop AI-powered drones and smart control systems that can work alongside troops.
South Korea’s Hyundai Joins Race for Future Greek Submarines
South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries has unveiled its submarine designs and bid for the Hellenic Navy’s multibillion-euro naval modernization program.
Hyundai, Rafael to Install Trophy Protection Systems on K2 Tanks
Hyundai Rotem has signed an agreement to integrate Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ Trophy active protection system onto the K2 main battle tank, marking the first time the South Korea-made armored vehicle will carry such a system.
South Korean Shipbuilders to Merge for Expanded Defense Support, Global Reach
South Korean conglomerate HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering has announced the approval to merge HD Hyundai Mipo and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries into a single entity.
South Korea Begins Hydrogen-Powered K3 Main Battle Tank Development
South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem has kicked off development of the K3 main battle tank, a next-generation platform powered by hydrogen fuel cells.
US, South Korea Set Sail on Next-Gen Drone Boat Development
South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries has partnered with American defense contractor Anduril to co-develop cutting-edge unmanned surface vessels.
Hyundai Rolls Out Second Philippine Navy Malvar Corvette
Hyundai Heavy Industries has launched the Philippine Navy’s second Miguel Malvar-class guided-missile corvette.
Hanwha, Hyundai to Compete for South Korean KDDX Destroyer Program Contract
South Korea has selected Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries to compete for the primary contractor role on the Korean Next-Generation Destroyer program contract.


