Canada Debuts US-Made MK 54 Torpedo in Live Test
The Royal Canadian Navy has tested the US-built MK 54 lightweight torpedo, validating its performance as the latest addition to the frigate fleet’s anti-submarine warfare arsenal.
Canada Narrows Next-Gen Submarine Competition to Thyssenkrupp, Hanwha
Canada has named Germany’s Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean as finalists to supply up to 12 new diesel-electric submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy.
MDA Space to Supply Shipborne Drones for Canadian Navy Halifax Frigates
Ontario-based defense contractor MDA Space has received $48 million in contracts to provide unmanned aerial systems for the Royal Canadian Navy’s Halifax-class guided missile frigates.
Canadian Navy Picks Rolls-Royce for River-Class Destroyer Power System
Rolls-Royce has reached an agreement with the Royal Canadian Navy to supply propulsion and handling systems for its first three river-class destroyers.
South Korea Offers Submarines, Military Systems to Canada
South Korea is offering defense systems to Canada to bolster its military arsenal amid Ottawa’s deteriorating relations with the US.
Canada Awards Contracts for Coast Guard’s Next-Gen Polar Icebreakers
Canada has contracted local shipbuilders to commence development of the coast guard’s modern polar icebreakers as part of the government’s National Shipbuilding Strategy.
Irving Signs Construction Deal for First Canadian Navy River Destroyers
Nova Scotia-based Irving Shipbuilding has accepted a contract to develop the first of 15 River-class destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Canada Opens Renovated Jetty for Future Naval Fleets in British Columbia
Canada’s Department of Defence has inaugurated a reconstructed jetty at the Esquimalt military base in Victoria, British Columbia.
Irving Launches Final Canadian Navy Harry DeWolf Arctic Patrol Ship
Irving Shipbuilding has launched the Royal Canadian Navy’s sixth and final Harry DeWolf-class Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship (AOPS) in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Irving Delivers 5th DeWolf AOPS Vessel to Royal Canadian Navy
The Royal Canadian Navy has received the fifth Harry DeWolf-class Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship from Irving Shipbuilding.
Canada to Build Armed Forces Accommodation Center on Vancouver Island
The Canadian Department of Defence will open high-rise accommodation for warfighters at the Esquimalt base on Vancouver Island.
Boeing Invests in British Columbia for Canadian Poseidon Aircraft Program
Boeing has made a $44.4 million investment in the British Columbian aerospace sector to support Ottawa’s P-8A Poseidon aircraft program.
Ottawa Firm Awarded Supply Chain Contract for Canadian River-Class Destroyer Program
W.R. Davis Engineering has received a supply chain contract to support the development of Canada’s River-class guided missile destroyers.
Canada Mulls Massive Decommissioning of Military Assets
Canada is considering a massive decommissioning of aging defense assets as it moves toward a more modernized military.
Canada to Build 12 Arctic-Capable Submarines
Canada has introduced a program to develop 12 conventionally-powered submarines to bolster its security in the Arctic Ocean.
Irving Begins Construction of Canadian Surface Combatants
Irving Shipbuilding has begun construction of the Royal Canadian Navy’s Surface Combatants in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
L3Harris to Supply Onboard Management, Control Systems for Canadian Surface Combatants
L3Harris has accepted two contracts to provide management and control systems for the Royal Canadian Navy’s Surface Combatant fleet.
Canadian Navy Commissions Fourth DeWolf Ship in Nova Scotia
The Royal Canadian Navy has commissioned its fourth DeWolf-class Arctic and offshore patrol vessel, the HMCS William Hall, in Nova Scotia.
Canadian Military Not Keeping Up With Modern Threats: Defense Officials
A number of current and former Canadian defense officials warn the military has “very serious” challenges affecting its ability to keep up with modern threats.
Royal Canadian Navy to Acquire SEA Torpedo Launch Systems
SEA Canada has been awarded a 15.1-million pound ($19 million) contract to produce Torpedo Launch Systems for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Canadian Navy Readiness in ‘Critical State’: Commander
A high-ranking official of the Royal Canadian Navy has released a staggering assessment of his own fleet, saying its readiness is now in a “critical state.”
Canada Frigate to Test AEGIS Combat System at US Facility
The US Department of Defense will offer a New Jersey site to conduct tests for a Canadian ship's missile threat detection system.
Canada Receives Fourth Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship
The Royal Canadian Navy has received its fourth Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship, the HMCS William Hall, from Irving Shipbuilding.
Babcock, HHI to Collaborate on Canadian Patrol Submarine
Babcock Canada has entered into an agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries to develop Canada’s next-generation patrol submarine.
