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Poland’s Armaments Inspectorate, acting for the MoD, shared a list of nine companies (Polish and international) keen to participate in the technical dialogue preceding an anticipated Polish Navy helicopter tender, called the “Kondor” programme to replace the currently operated Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprites. Poland procured four SH-2Gs that came with two OLIVER HAZARD PERRY frigates […]

Finland’s MoD confirmed completion of the first of four HAMINA class missile boat mid-life upgrade (MLU) project. The HAMINA class upgrade programme started in early 2018, adding new anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and surface defence capabilities, should reach completion in 2021. Prime contractor Patria’s division Systems delivered the Tornio to the Finnish Navy during a ceremony […]

Nikolay Evmenov, Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy confirmed to ESD, during a ceremony raising the Russian Navy flag onboard the submarine PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY at Admiralty Shipyards, that Russia will continue construction of diesel-electric submarines for two more projects. PETROPAVLOVSK-KAMCHATSKY (diesel-electric) is the first of six Project 636.3 submarines ordered in 2016 for Russia’s Pacific Fleet. It […]

During his visit to Sevastopol Russian President Vladimir Putin met with naval industry executives and visited a special exhibition showcasing new naval development prospects that are in line with his vision for Russia’s overdue modernisation. President Putin saw a number of future ship models and naval weapons concepts, including the Lamantin – Russia’s new aircraft […]

The news spread like wildfire late Monday night: The order for the Multipurpose Combat Ship (MKS) 180 goes to the Damen Group (based in Gorinchem, Netherlands). The remaining German competitor in the international bidding process, German Naval Yards Kiel, which had entered with thyssenkrupp Marine Systems as subcontractor, is left behind. The information is based […]

Seven months after assuming initial operational capability (IOC), the U.S. Navy’s Second Fleet was declared fully operational capability (FOC) December 31, 2019. With a focus on better serving and supporting operations in the North Atlantic and Arctic, it was reactivated in May last year as a “leaner, agile and more expeditionary” fleet after its decommissioning […]

Yesterday the Cabinet of the Netherlands’ Government has submitted a so-called D-letter to the Parliament, to begin the construction of the Combat Support Ship ZR.MS. DEN HELDER. With this new ship, the supply capacity of the Royal Netherlands Navy (RNLN) will once again expand to two ships. The construction of this new vessel for the […]

The Netherlands selected Naval Group, Saab and TKMS as shortlisted companies for the next phase of the Submarine Replacement Program, pushing Navantia out. “Naval Group is thankful to be one of the designers selected for this strategic programme,” the company announced. “Naval Group looks forward to entering an in-depth technical cooperation with DMO to conduct […]

Dutch company Cruden presents their Fast Craft Simulator (FCS) at I/ITSEC in Orlando, Florida. “With rapidly growing fast craft deployment and today’s awareness of the risks involved in crew training, safe and efficient training methods specifically for these boat types are in high demand,” the company stated. “Existing large vessel simulator technology does not satisfy […]

“The Bundeswehr has decided not to commence initial flight operations with the new NH90 Sea Lion helicopter,” said a rather astonishing message from the German Ministry of Defence (MoD) this morning. Not meeting the set high standards of safety and quality were the reason given. “We are basically convinced of the performance of the NH90 […]

Ukrainian Interior Minister Arsen Avakov signed a government agreement with his French counterpart Christophe Castaner on the purchase of twenty 32-metre FPB 98 MK II coastal patrol boats from the Ocea (Sables d’Olonne). The 32 metre long and 6 metre wide aluminium patrol boats are designed for surveillance missions in the exclusive economic zone. They […]

Airbus Helicopters wants to enter the market for unmanned naval helicopters. The first VSR700 prototype made its maiden flight in southern France on November 8. Several take-offs and landings were carried out with the longest flight lasting 10 minutes. “The VSR700 is a fully-fledged unmanned aerial system, capitalising on Airbus Helicopters’ extensive experience of advanced […]

Thuraya announced the launching of MarineStar, a maritime satellite voice solution with advanced two-way tracking and monitoring capabilities. MarineStar is based on the same platform as other Thuraya voice hardware and therefore quick and easy to install for a wide range of operations including vessel tracking and monitoring, crew welfare and voice communications. “Thuraya MarineStar […]

On October 25 St. Petersburg-based Admiralty Shipyards (part of the United shipbuilding corporation) launched IVAN PAPANIN, the first multipurpose patrol icebreaker of the Project 23550. The vessel is the first in a series of two ships ordered by the Russian Navy. A contract for the construction of two Project 23550 multipurpose icebreakers was awarded by […]

Today the first NH90 Sea Lion helicopter has been handed over to the German Armed Forces. When deployed, NH90 Sea Lions will take on a wide range of roles including search and rescue (SAR), maritime reconnaissance, special forces as well as personnel and material transportation missions. In addition to its land-based use, the Sea Lion […]

The newest two Damen Patrol vessels have arrived in Nigeria. They will join the Homeland Integrated Offshore Services squadron of Damen FCS 3307 Patrol vessels. These are deployed in the Gulf of Guinea to protect and support the offshore assets of Homeland’s clients which include many of the leading international oil companies. Key features of […]

The global ship manager Anglo-Eastern has signed a memorandum of understanding on cyber security with Naval Dome. Under this agreement, Naval Dome will provide Anglo-Eastern with cyber security research and consultancy services aimed at ensuring its 650+ vessel fleet operates in an environment resilient to the most sophisticated of cyber-attack. “Cyber threats are amongst the […]

Today Finland announced it has selected Saab as combat system provider and integrator for the Finnish Navy’s four new POHJANMAA class corvettes for Finnish Squadron 2020 Programme. Squadron 2020 aims to replace seven vessels the Finnish Navy will decommission by four modern corvettes. “The new vessels will be important for Finland’s defence as they will […]

The acquisition of two multipurpose offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) for the Bulgarian Navy will most likely get delayed, as the country’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) has yet to announce the results of evaluation of bids submitted by companies taking part in the competition. The Bulgarian MoD was expected to announce the outcome of a multi […]

The Babcock stand was awash with champagne following the UK MoD’s announcement that Babcock Team 31 had been selected as the preferred bidder, together with partner, Thales, to deliver the Royal Navy’s new T31 general-purpose frigates. Five vessels will be built at a cost of £250 million per ship, with the company’s Rosyth facility as […]

Today, at DSEI, Indian Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) and Kongsberg signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the manufacture and production of goods and services in India under the Make in India programme. GRSE’s primary focus is on building warships and other vessels for the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard […]