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TKMS, VEM Technologies Partner to Produce Torpedoes in India

TKMS has signed a teaming agreement with VEM Technologies of India to jointly produce heavyweight torpedoes in the country.

US Navy Boosts Undersea Defense With Next-Gen Torpedo Countermeasure

The US Navy is set to gain a serious edge in undersea defense as Ultra Maritime lands a contract to develop a next-gen acoustic device countermeasure.

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.

Saudi Arabia Orders $238M in MU90 Torpedoes From Fincantieri’s WASS

Saudi Arabia has placed an order for MU90 lightweight torpedoes from Fincantieri subsidiary WASS Submarine Systems, valued at over 200 million euros ($238 million).

Taiwan to Receive MK 48 Torpedoes From US in Three Years After Delays

Following delays, Taiwan is set to receive Mk 48 Mod 6 Advanced Technology heavyweight torpedoes and related equipment from the US over the next three years. 

L3Harris Advances US Navy’s Next-Gen Torpedo With Successful Propulsion Test

L3Harris Technologies has completed a critical test of its Stored Chemical Energy Propulsion System (SCEPS) power plant.

Lockheed Delivers 250th MK 48 Guidance Section for US Navy Torpedo

Lockheed Martin has delivered the 250th MK 48 Guidance and Control Section, a key component of the MK 48 torpedo used by the US Navy and allied forces.

China’s AI Torpedo Tech Claims to See Through Submarine Decoys

China is working on an artificial intelligence-powered targeting system for high-speed torpedoes, designed to help them tell real submarines apart from decoys.

Vatn Launches New Underwater Vehicle That Blends Torpedo, EW, and Sensor Roles

Rhode Island's Vatn Systems unveils the Skelmir S12 — a versatile modular underwater vehicle that adapts to multiple roles.

Sweden Orders Lightweight Torpedoes From Saab

Sweden has ordered Saab’s Lightweight Torpedoes and torpedo tubes for $120 million, with deliveries starting in 2026.

Anduril Introduces Copperhead: A Torpedo-Inspired Underwater Kamikaze Drone

Anduril has unveiled a torpedo-inspired underwater attack drone, said to reshape undersea warfare with rapid, cost-effective responses to emerging threats.

Australia Boosts Submarine Lethality With $125M MK-48 Torpedo Purchase

Australia is investing $125 million to acquire more MK-48 heavyweight torpedoes and enhance the striking power of its submarine fleet.

US Greenlights $78.5M Lightweight Torpedo Sale to Saudi Arabia

The US government has authorized the potential sale of MK 54 MOD 0 lightweight torpedoes to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under a $78.5-million deal.

Lockheed Martin to Enhance US Navy MK 48 Torpedo in $245M Deal

Lockheed Martin has clinched a $245-million contract extension from the US Naval Sea Systems Command for the MK 48 Guidance and Control program.

Fincantieri Acquires Leonardo’s Undersea Weapons Unit for $447M

Italian shipbuilding firm Fincantieri has announced its acquisition of Leonardo’s underwater armament systems unit for $447 million.

SAIC to Deliver MK 48 Torpedo Test Sets for US Navy

Virginia-based SAIC has secured an $80-million contract to supply MK 48 torpedo test sets for the US Navy.

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.

Turkey Completes AKYA Torpedo Test From Preveze Submarine

Turkey has successfully test-fired a locally-produced heavyweight torpedo with a warhead from one of its submarines.

US Approves $300M Torpedo Sale for German P-8A Poseidon Aircraft

The US has approved the potential sale of Mk-54 lightweight torpedoes to Germany for integration into the country’s P-8A Poseidon aircraft.

UK to Equip Poseidon Maritime Aircraft With Enhanced Sting Ray Torpedo

The UK has selected the Sting Ray Mod 1 torpedo as the next ordnance for the Royal Air Force’s P-8A Poseidon aircraft.

BAE, Malloy Aeronautics Fire Anti-Submarine Torpedo From Electric Drone

BAE Systems and Malloy Aeronautics have successfully demonstrated the launch of a Sting Ray anti-submarine torpedo from a T-600 drone.

Rafael Unveils Anti-Torpedo Suite for Surface Vessels 

Rafael subsidiary DSIT Solutions unveiled a torpedo defense suite for surface vessels.

SAIC Expands Support for US Navy MK 48 Mod 7 Torpedo Program

SAIC has received a $102.5 million contract to continue supporting the US Navy’s MK 48 Mod 7 Heavyweight Torpedo program.

Leonardo to Equip K50 KRAKEN Maritime Gunship With Mini-Torpedoes

Kraken Technology Group has signed an agreement with Leonardo to enhance the sub-surface capability of its K50 maritime gunships.