Michigan Tech Turns Ocean Microbes Into Power for Underwater Sensors
A research brewing at Michigan Technological University could one day make underwater battery replacement far less necessary.
Fincantieri and KAYO to Build 10 Ships Under Albania Naval Expansion Plan
A new shipbuilding partnership between Fincantieri and KAYO is targeting the construction of 10 naval vessels by 2030.
Royal Thai Navy Introduces Amphibious 8×8 Armored Vehicles for Border Defense
Thailand has taken a crucial step in reinforcing its eastern borders with new 8x8 amphibious wheeled armored vehicles built to expand its land-to-sea operational capability.
HII Moves to Embed AI Across Next-Gen Naval Platforms With Applied Intuition
HII and Applied Intuition have signed an agreement to collaborate on integrating artificial intelligence into next-gen naval platforms.
EOS Pushes R400 Remote Weapon Into Maritime Role With ‘Chaser’ USV
EOS Defense Systems has offered a first look at how its R400 remote weapon system could operate at sea, unveiling its maiden integration into an unmanned surface vessel.
Ultra Maritime Takes on Torpedo Threats With ‘All-in-One’ Defense Concept
Torpedoes may no longer pose the same challenge to naval forces, as Ultra Maritime unveiled a new integrated defense concept that can automatically select between hard-kill, soft-kill, or electronic warfare responses.
US-Made ‘Comet’ USV Packs Dual-Missile Punch for Naval Air Defense
An unmanned surface vessel is emerging as a new airspace protector at sea, equipped with a dual-missile system designed to take on aerial threats ranging from drones to helicopters.
Leonardo Brings Full Counter-Drone Kill Chain to Maritime Platforms
An integrated system from Leonardo DRS could give naval vessels a full counter-drone capability, with its Maritime Mission Equipment Package now being embedded into maritime platforms.
UK Advances Hybrid Navy Vision With New Underwater Survey Capability
The UK has moved closer to its “hybrid navy” ambition after first sea trials of a containerized system enabling autonomous underwater survey operations.
Ukraine Introduces New Surface Drone Built to Operate Through Electronic Warfare
A new unmanned platform is now swimming through Ukrainian waters, built as a multi-purpose solution in contested electronic warfare environments.
Spain Levels Up Ship Protection With New Plug-and-Play Point Defense System
Navantia is pursuing a plug-and-play point-defense system designed to make ship protection more modular and quicker to deploy on in-service naval vessels.
Indra Takes Aim at Submarine Connectivity Limits With New Satellite Link
Indra Group is targeting a long-standing limitation in submarine operations with a new high-speed satellite terminal designed to boost connectivity underwater.
Cellula’s ‘Guardian’ Emerges as US Navy Choice for Long-Range AUV
An autonomous underwater vehicle powered by fuel cells will soon be on its way to the US Navy.
US, UK Kick Off Hunt for Systems That Can Destroy Emerging Sea Drones
As underwater threats continue to evolve, the US and UK are turning to industry partners in search of an integrated solution to reinforce critical maritime infrastructure.
Russian Port Near Finnish Border Hit in Strikes: Governor
The Russian port of Primorsk near the Finnish border suffered damage in the latest round of drone attacks, the region's governor said early Monday on Telegram.
Sentinel at Sea: India Rolls Out TRIDENT‑SAMUDRA for Real-Time Naval Awareness
The Indian Navy is beginning to lean towards artificial intelligence to impose a more commanding presence over its oceanic regions.
Ears Under Seabeds: Saildrone’s New Profiler Allows USVs to ‘Hear’ More Underwater
Saildrone has given its unmanned surface vehicles a new kind of “hearing,” letting them detect echoes from layers buried beneath the seabed.
Pentagon Eyes New ‘Robot Ship’ Concept for Low-Profile, All-Domain Logistics
The Pentagon has put out a call for designs of a new vessel that could move gear to troops across long distances without a crew on board.
Rheinmetall Finalizes NVL Buy, Boosting Germany’s Naval Capabilities
Rheinmetall has completed its purchase of NVL, setting the stage for a consolidated naval systems house that will design and build surface combatants and autonomous maritime platforms for Germany and NATO partners.
Sweden Picks Spain’s Freire for Four Harsh-Weather Naval Support Vessels
Spain’s Freire Shipyard has secured a contract with Sweden to build four naval support vessels.
Kongsberg Sharpens Underwater Ears With Upgraded ‘Listen’ System
Kongsberg is taking underwater sensing to a new level, potentially reshaping how naval forces gather critical intelligence below the surface.
US Navy’s New Autonomous Ship Can Sail 10,000 Nautical Miles Without a Crew
The US Navy is taking a leap into the autonomous future with its newest naval asset: a 190-foot ship designed to operate for months without a crew.
US Navy’s MK 38 Close-In Weapon System Gets First Caliber Upgrade in 30 Years
The US Navy’s MK 38 close-in weapon system is being reborn for a fourth time, receiving its first-ever caliber increase in over three decades.
Europe’s ‘First Dedicated Drone Carrier’: Portugal Readies Unmanned Systems Warship
Europe is soon launching its first carrier warship built exclusively for drones, taking shape in Portugal ahead of its debut this year.
