Pentagon Launches $10M Challenge for Autonomous Mine Neutralization
The US Navy and Defense Innovation Unit have launched a $10-million prize challenge to seek next-generation commercial mine countermeasure solutions capable of detecting and neutralizing naval mines at standoff distances.
US Navy Shortlists Seven Contenders for MUSV Sea Trials
The US Navy has selected seven companies to advance to the at-sea testing phase of its Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel program, marking the next step in its effort to rapidly field autonomous maritime systems.
The Gerald R. Ford Class: A Guide to the US Navy’s Most Advanced Aircraft Carrier
The Ford class is the US Navy's biggest carrier redesign in decades. This guide breaks down what changed, why it matters, and how it reshapes strike operations.
US Navy Moves to Improve Sailor Living Conditions
US Navy shore leaders have outlined a series of measures to improve living conditions and support services for sailors.
What Is the US Nuclear Triad? A Guide to America’s Ultimate Deterrent
Three legs, one mission: ensure that any nuclear attack on the United States guarantees a devastating response. Here's how the triad works and why it still matters.
US Navy Awards Arcfield $75M Submarine Combat Systems Support Contract
The US Navy has contracted Arcfield to continue providing engineering and support services for the Code 25 combat control systems program.
MK 48 Torpedo: A Heavyweight Undersea Strike Weapon
This guide on the Mk 48 torpedo explains its development, guidance systems, and role in modern submarine-launched naval warfare.
GE Aerospace to Supply LM2500 Propulsion for US Navy Explorer-Class Ship
GE Aerospace received an order from Austal USA to provide the propulsion package for the US Navy’s Explorer-class vessels program.
Raytheon Software Unlocks Multitasking Capability for US Navy Radars
Raytheon is making military radars more flexible by enabling them to handle multiple missions simultaneously.
MQ-25A Stingray Unmanned Tanker Cleared for Low-Rate Initial Production
The US Navy has announced that the MQ-25A Stingray unmanned tanker secured Milestone C approval, advancing it to begin low-rate initial production.
How John Lewis-Class Fleet Replenishment Oilers Transform US At-Sea Resupply
The John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oilers don't just support the US Navy but multiply its reach. Here's how underway refueling and logistics turn weeks into months at sea.
V2X Wins US Navy KC-130J Survivability Upgrade Contract
V2X secured a US Navy contract to support upgrades to aircraft survivability systems on Marine Corps KC-130J tanker and transport aircraft.
FLEETWERX, US Navy School Test On-Demand Part Resupply System for Troops
California-based organization FLEETWERX and the US Naval Postgraduate School are evaluating a distributed manufacturing and logistics network at Camp Roberts, California.
US Navy Opens Laser Weapons Course for Sailors
The US Navy has launched a new training program for sailors operating laser weapons at its Directed Energy Systems Integration Laboratory in California.
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.
Ultra Maritime Expands US Facility to Boost Next-Gen Naval Radar Production
Ultra Maritime has opened an expanded facility in Wake Forest, North Carolina, to increase production of next-generation radar systems for US Navy surface ships.
US Navy to Induct Last Freedom Warship in Historic Ohio Event
The US Navy’s final Freedom-class littoral combat ship has arrived in Cleveland, Ohio in preparation for its admittance into service.
General Dynamics Wins $2.3B Contract for Virginia-Class Block VI Submarine Work
The US Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a not-to-exceed $2.3-billion undefinitized contract action modification for Virginia-class Block VI submarines.
Future USS Ted Stevens Destroyer Heads to Virginia Homeport
The US Navy’s future guided-missile destroyer Ted Stevens (DDG 128) has departed HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division for its homeport in Norfolk, Virginia.
Inside the San Antonio-Class Amphibious Transport Dock
This guide breaks down the San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock, a floating launchpad that moves US Marines, aircraft, and landing craft from sea to shore.
From Hydra to Precision: How the APKWS Works
This guide explains how APKWS turns standard 70mm rockets into precision air-to-ground weapons, delivering low-cost, laser-guided strikes with pinpoint accuracy.
HII to Produce More Lionfish Underwater Drones for US Navy
HII has secured a $36.9-million contract to produce additional Lionfish small unmanned underwater vehicles for the US Navy.
DarkPulse Secures US Navy License for Laser Sensing, Targeting Tech
DarkPulse has secured an agreement with the US Navy to commercialize a set of laser sensing and targeting technologies.
C2 Robotics Commissions First Speartooth Large Drone Submarine Export to US
Australian firm C2 Robotics has commissioned its Speartooth large uncrewed undersea vehicle, the first to be exported to the US Navy.
