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[VIDEO] We take you aboard the FDI "Amiral Ronarc'h" as the next generation frigate built by @naval-group.com for the French Navy (Marine Nationale) is conducting sea trials off the coast of Brittany in February 👀👇
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Aboard FDI at sea: The next generation frigate
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The first of four long-delayed Multi-Mission Surface Combatant (MMSC) ships being built for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) under Project Tuwaiq has been formally launched at Fincantieri Marinette Marine’s shipyard in Wisconsin 🇺🇸 🇸🇦
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First Saudi MMSC launched by Fincantieri in Wisconsin - Naval News
The first of four long-delayed Multi-Mission Surface Combatant (MMSC) ships being built for the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) under Project Tuwaiq has been formally ‘launched’ at Fincantieri Marinet...
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December 24, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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[VIDEO] Interview with ALFOST about the French Barracuda submarines 🇫🇷
Interview with Vice Admiral Petit, commander of the French Navy's submarine forces and strategic oceanic force (ALFOST)
(Interview recorded in French but English subtitles and AI dubbing available)
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Entretien avec ALFOST au sujet des sous-marins Barracuda
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December 24, 2025 at 9:42 AM
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The German Navy will receive four Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) for maritime long-range reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare. Each system consists of two MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones 🇩🇪
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German Navy to procure MQ-9B SeaGuardian for reconnaissance, ASW - Naval News
The German Navy will receive four MALE UAS from General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) for maritime long-range reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare. Each system consists of two MQ-9B SeaGu...
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December 24, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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South Korea’s DAPA announced that it will select the contractor for the detailed design and construction of the lead ship of the KDDX destroyer program through competitive bidding 🇰🇷
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South Korea Selects Competitive Bidding for KDDX Destroyer Program - Naval News
South Korea’s DAPA announced that it will select the contractor for the detailed design and construction of the lead ship of the KDDX program through competitive bidding.
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December 24, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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In recent weeks, the Belgian Navy successfully conducted the first training flights of the Skeldar V-200 unmanned helicopter at Ursel airfield. This drone will provide the new minehunters with enhanced capabilities for detecting and neutralizing naval mines 🇧🇪
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Belgian Navy's Skeldar V-200 UAS Completes First Flight - Naval News
In recent weeks, the Belgian Navy successfully conducted the first training flights of the Skeldar V-200 unmanned helicopter at Ursel airfield.
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December 23, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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French Navy Baltic Deployment Demonstrates Hybrid Approach to Mine Warfare 🇫🇷 💥
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French Navy Baltic Deployment Demonstrates Hybrid Approach to Mine Warfare - Naval News
In early November, the French Navy Modernised Tripartite/Éridan-class minehunter arrived in the Baltic region for a two-month deployment, joining NATO Allied Maritime Command’s (MARCOM’s) Standing NAT...
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December 23, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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On 19th December, the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) of the Japanese Ministry of Defense announced the development for the land-based variant of the Improved Type 12 Surface to Ship Missile has completed 🇯🇵 🚀
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Japan Completes All Improved Type 12 Anti-Ship Missile Tests - Naval News
On 19th December, the Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) of the Japanese Ministry of Defense announced the development for the land-based variant of the Improved Type 12 Anti-Ship Missi...
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December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Trump Announces Nuclear-Armed Battleships for the U.S. Navy 🇺🇸
The U.S. Navy will take delivery of new-build battleships, the largest ever built, according to President Trump
Story by @cjohnston.bsky.social
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Trump Announces Nuclear-Armed Battleships for the U.S. Navy - Naval News
The U.S. Navy will take delivery of new-build battleships, the largest ever built, in an announcement from President Trump in Florida.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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The delivery ceremony of the MPCS (Multipurpose Combat Ship/ PPA) KRI Prabu Siliwangi (pennant number 321) vessel to the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) was held today at Fincantieri shipyard in Muggiano (La Spezia) 🇮🇹 🇮🇩
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Fincantieri delivers 2nd PPA to Indonesia - Naval News
The delivery ceremony of the PPA KRI Prabu Siliwangi (pennant number 321) vessel to the Indonesia Navy (TNI AL) was held today at Fincantieri
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December 22, 2025 at 3:45 PM
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Philippines to acquire 2 new frigates from South Korea’s HD HHI 🇵🇭 🇰🇷
The Philippines Department of National Defense (DND) is preparing to sign a ₱34-billion ($585 million) contract to acquire two new frigates for the Philippine Navy 👇
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Philippines to acquire 2 new frigates from South Korea’s HD HHI - Naval News
The Philippines’ Department of National Defense (DND) is preparing to sign a ₱34-billion ($585 million) contract to acquire two new frigates for the Philippine Navy.
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December 22, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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On December 19, 2025, TKMS announced a record order for the delivery of DM2A5 heavyweight torpedoes and associated equipment for the 212CD class submarines 🇩🇪
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Germany's TKMS just won its largest torpedo order - Naval News
On December 19, 2025, TKMS announced a record order for the delivery of DM2A5 heavyweight torpedoes and associated equipment for the 212CD class submarines.
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December 22, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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On December 21, 2025, a major naval platforms delivery ceremony was held in Istanbul Naval Shipyard, which marked the delivery of naval platforms to the Turkish Navy and Pakistan Navy 🇹🇷 🇵🇰
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Turkish Navy receives new submarine, landing ship and USV during major ceremony - Naval News
On December 21, 2025, a major naval platforms delivery ceremony was held in Istanbul Naval Shipyard, which marked the delivery of naval platforms to the Turkish Navy and Pakistan Navy.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI) has formally entered the global submarine arena, taking a decisive step toward its first submarine export through a landmark partnership with the Republic of Peru 🇰🇷 🇵🇪
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HD HHI and Peru launch Joint Development of Next-Gen Submarine - Naval News
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries and the Peruvian Navy Launch Joint Development of Next-Generation Submarine
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December 22, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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On December 22, Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) launched the 12th and final Mogami-class multirole frigate for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) 🇯🇵

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Japan’s MHI launches final Mogami-class FFM for JMSDF - Naval News
Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) launched the 12th and final Mogami-class multirole frigate for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).
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December 22, 2025 at 7:27 AM
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French President Macron today announced that Fance’s PA-Ng next generation aircraft carrier programme will proceed to the realization phase. This major milestone confirms that the French Navy’s current CVN Charles de Gaulle will be replaced from 2038 🇫🇷
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France formally green lights PA-Ng aircraft carrier production - Naval News
French President Emmanuel Macron today announced that Fance's PA-Ng next generation aircraft carrier programme will proceed to the realization phase. This major milestone confirms that the French Navy...
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December 21, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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[VIDEO] NH90 MSPT of the Spanish Navy 🇪🇸
Coverage of the new NH90 MSTP (Multi-Role Support Transport) helicopters of the Spanish Navy (Armada). This video was recorded in early December 2026 at Rotal Naval Base in Southern Spain
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NH90 MSPT of the Spanish Navy
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December 21, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Schiebel has completed the first CAMCOPTER S-300 flight test campaign in France, marking an important milestone in the programme’s progression
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Schiebel Successfully Concludes Initial Camcopter S-300 Flights in France - Naval News
Schiebel has completed the first CAMCOPTER S-300 flight test campaign in France, marking an important milestone in the programme’s progression.
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December 20, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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The delivery ceremony for the ship “Atlante”, the second Logistic Support Ship (LSS) for the Italian Navy, took place on 19 December at the Fincantieri shipyard in Castellammare di Stabia 🇮🇹
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Fincantieri Delivers Second LSS Unit For Italian Navy - Naval News
The delivery ceremony for the ship “Atlante”, the second Logistic Support Ship (LSS) for the Italian Navy, took place today at the Fincantieri shipyard in Castellammare di Stabia.
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December 20, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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The Hellenic Navy has received the first of four Defense and Intervention Frigates (FDI HN) built by Naval Group. Naval News was on site to cover this landmark event 🇬🇷 🇫🇷

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Hellenic Navy Receives Its First FDI Frigate Built by Naval Group - Naval News
Hellenic Navy receives its first of the total four Defense and Intervention Frigate (FDI HN) built by Naval Group.
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December 20, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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Personnel assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet (NAVCENT/C5F) successfully launched a one-way attack drone from a ship at sea for the first time, Dec. 16.
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U.S. Navy in Middle East Employs Attack Drone at Sea for First Time - Naval News
Personnel assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Central Command/U.S. 5th Fleet (NAVCENT/C5F) successfully launched a one-way attack drone from a ship at sea for the first time, Dec. 16.
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December 19, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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Kongsberg to deliver ORCCA combat system for Type 212CD submarines 🇳🇴 🇩🇪
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Kongsberg to deliver ORCCA combat system for Type 212CD submarines - Naval News
On December 19, 2025, Kongsberg announced the signing of a contract for the delivery of ORCCA combat system for four Type 212CD submarines for the German Navy and two for Norway.
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December 19, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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[VIDEO] Greece receives its first FDI frigate built by Naval Group 🇬🇷
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Greece receives its first FDI frigate built by Naval Group
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December 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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HII has been selected by the U.S. Navy to design and build the future small surface combatant (SSC) ship, leveraging the proven design of the Ingalls-built Legend-class national security cutter (NSC) 🇺🇸
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HII to Build Small Surface Combatants for US Navy - Naval News
HII has been selected by the U.S. Navy to design and build the future small surface combatant (SSC) ship, leveraging the proven design of the Ingalls-built Legend-class national security cutter (NSC)
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December 19, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Maritime Operations Group & HD HHI have signed a MoU establishing a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development, construction, and delivery of modern diesel-electric submarines and undersea technologies for U.S. government & allied missions 🇺🇸 🇰🇷
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MOG and HD HHI Sign MoU to Accelerate Submarine Innovation and Delivery - Naval News
MOG and HD HHI have signed a MoU establishing a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development, construction, and delivery of modern diesel-electric submarines and undersea technologies for U.S...
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December 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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The future German F127 air defense frigates will be significantly more combat-ready than previously planned. As hartpunkt has learned from industry sources, the ships are to be equipped with a total of 96 cells for the Vertical Launch System (VLS) 🇩🇪🚀
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More firepower - F127 Frigates to be Armed with 96 Vertical Launch Cells - Naval News
The future German F127 air defense frigates will be significantly more combat-ready than previously planned. As hartpunkt has learned from industry sources, the ships are to be equipped with a total o...
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December 19, 2025 at 12:26 PM