South Korea Unveils New Carrier Concept Built for Manned-Unmanned Teaming
South Korea has introduced Ghost Commander II, a next-generation naval carrier concept designed to combine manned and unmanned systems within a unified command-and-control platform.
Rolls-Royce Engines to Power South Korea’s Ulsan Warships
The Republic of Korea Navy has selected Rolls-Royce to supply propulsion systems for its Ulsan-class frigates.
South Korea Drops F-35B Carrier, Opts for UAV Command Ship
South Korea will prioritize developing a multi-purpose command ship instead of a previously proposed F-35B-armed light aircraft carrier.
Hyundai Heavy Industries, S. Korea Navy to Develop Combat Drone Boats
The South Korean Navy has contracted HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) to develop a combat unmanned surface vehicle (USV).
South Korea’s Second-Gen KDX Destroyers to Receive Combat System Upgrade
South Korea has revealed a combat system upgrade for its second-generation Korean Destroyer eXperiment (KDX-II) ships to sustain maritime security across the nation’s sea lines of communication.
S. Korea to Hold Military Drill on Countering N. Korean Drones
The South Korean military is set to hold a joint air defense exercise focused on countering North Korean drone threats.
South Korean Navy Receives 8,200-Ton Aegis Destroyer
South Korea's Navy has taken delivery of its 8,200-ton Aegis destroyer lead ship from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries.
S. Korea Navy Demos First Gray Eagle Drone Ship-to-Shore Flight
For the first time, a General Atomics Gray Eagle drone has launched from a South Korean amphibious assault ship and landed at a ground base.
South Korea to Deploy Domestic Infrared Smoke Canisters in 2025
South Korea’s military will deploy domestic infrared-shielding smoke canisters by 2025, as part of a 7.5-billion-won ($5.5 million) deal.
S. Korean Military to Ban iPhones, Smartwatches Over Security Concerns
South Korea will prohibit the use of iPhones and smart wearable devices inside military buildings due to increasing security concerns.
Babcock to Equip S. Korean Jangbogo-III Submarine With Weapons System
Defense firm Babcock has signed a contract to manufacture and install advanced capabilities for South Korea's Jangbogo-III class submarines.
South Korea to Develop AI-Based Naval Mine Detection System
South Korea’s Hanwha Systems is looking to enhance the country’s naval mine detection capability by developing a new system that leverages artificial intelligence.
South Korea Conducts First Domestic SM-2 Ship-to-Air Missile Test
The South Korean Navy has conducted its first domestic maritime missile live-fire test in the East Sea, also called the Sea of Japan.
