US Navy Unveils 30-Year ‘Golden Fleet’ Modernization Plan to Reach 450+ Ships
The US Navy has released a three-decade shipbuilding plan aimed at expanding its fleet beyond 450 vessels in the early 2030s while overhauling acquisition practices and rebuilding the maritime industrial base.
Hanwha Links Military Vehicle Package to Canadian Attack Submarine Bid
Hanwha Group and the Ontario-based Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association have agreed to form a joint venture to build military vehicles in Canada, with the deal hinging on the South Korean company securing a multibillion-dollar attack submarine contract.
New US Navy Virginia Submarine Enters Service
The US Navy has commissioned its 26th Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine, the USS Idaho (SSN 799), at the Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut.
BlackBerry, thyssenkrupp to Provide Core Software for Canada’s Future Patrol Submarines
BlackBerry Limited subsidiary QNX has partnered with German shipbuilder thyssenkrupp Marine Systems to provide embedded software solutions for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project.
Navantia, thyssenkrupp Team Up on Global Submarine Shipbuilding
Spain’s state enterprise Navantia and German firm thyssenkrupp Marine Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly explore shipbuilding opportunities in support of submarine efforts across Europe, NATO, and other international customers.
Hanwha Ocean Engages Nova Scotia, Irving to Boost Canada Submarine Bid
Hanwha Ocean has sought to expand cooperation with institutions in Nova Scotia as part of its efforts to win Canada’s Patrol Submarine Project.
US Navy Deactivates Los Angeles Submarine After 10-Year Maintenance Stall
The US Navy has announced the deactivation of the Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine USS Boise (SSN-764) after more than 10 years of sustainment delays, transferring budget and workforce to more critical programs.
Mitsubishi Delivers Japan’s Fifth Taigei Attack Submarine
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force has accepted its fifth Taigei-class diesel-electric attack submarine from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
Naval Group, Metlen to Expand Cooperation on Submarines, Warships
French company Naval Group and Athens-based Metlen have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand their partnership on submarine and surface combatant programs.
Hanwha Teams With Canadian Firms, Universities for Next-Gen Patrol Submarine Program
South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean has signed five industry teaming agreements and three memoranda of understanding with Canadian companies and universities in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project.
Fincantieri Lays Keel of First Italian Navy U212 Near Future Submarine
Fincantieri has laid the keel of the initial U212 Near Future Submarine for the Italian Navy at its facility in Muggiano, La Spezia.
Australia Unveils Initial $2.8B for New Nuclear Subs Facility
Australia unveiled $2.8 billion in spending on Sunday as a "down payment" on a new facility to build nuclear submarines under the tripartite AUKUS security pact with Britain and the United States.
Lead US Navy Columbia Submarine on Track for 2028 Delivery After Supplier Delay
The US Navy has said it is on schedule to receive its first platform under the Columbia-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine program in 2028 and expects full-rate production by 2031.
Ultra Maritime Charts New Undersea Capabilities at AFCEA WEST 2026
Ultra Maritime is bringing next-gen undersea capabilities to AFCEA WEST 2026, a key US naval and defense expo that highlights the latest innovations in maritime technology.
What Washington Will Really Ask About a South Korean SSN
The US will only embrace a South Korean nuclear-powered attack submarine that clearly strengthens alliance undersea power while staying within the hard limits of politics, law, and industrial capacity.
General Dynamics Receives Special Dry Dock for Columbia Submarine Development
General Dynamics Electric Boat has accepted the floating dry dock tasked with supporting the construction of the US Navy’s Columbia-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines.
Germany, India to Step Up Talks for $8B Submarine Program
Germany and India are slated to push forward talks on a potential $8-billion program as Berlin and New Delhi explore cooperation on building six German-designed conventional submarines for the Indian Navy.
Japan Bans Kawasaki From Defense Bids Over Submarine Data Fraud
Tokyo has barred local shipbuilder Kawasaki Heavy Industries from bidding on government contracts after confirming decades-long falsification of fuel efficiency data for submarine engines used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.
General Dynamics Delivers 26th Virginia Submarine to US Navy
The US Navy has received the 26th Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine from General Dynamics Electric Boat.
HII Completes Hull Assembly for US Navy’s 29th Virginia Submarine
HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division has confirmed that the US Navy’s 29th Virginia-class nuclear-powered attack submarine has achieved its “pressure hull complete” status.
BAE to Supply Underwater Antennas for US Navy Virginia Submarines
BAE Systems has received a $36-million production order from Lockheed Martin to build multifunction modular mast units for the US Navy’s Virginia-class submarines.
Turkey Builds First Indigenous Submarine
Turkey has started building its first domestically developed submarine, signaling a major step in reducing reliance on foreign technology.
Canadian Firm Packs Warship-Grade Anti-Submarine Suite in 20-Foot Container
Canada is making anti-submarine warfare tight and compact, packing a warship’s underwater detection and tracking capabilities inside a 20-foot container.
After Review, Pentagon Confirms Submarine Sales to Australia
The Pentagon said Thursday it has endorsed the tripartite AUKUS security pact with the United Kingdom and Australia, which would involve Canberra's acquisition of at least three Virginia-class nuclear submarines within 15 years.
