On December 29, 2025, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries announced a new contract with the Philippine Department of National Defence to provide two 3,200-ton frigates for the Philippine Navy. HD HHI press release HHI and the Philippine Department of National Defense (DoD) signed the contract for the “Philippine Navy Frigate Second Acquisition Program,” on December 26, ... The post HD HHI signs contract to build two new frigates to Philippine Navy appeared first on Naval News.

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has contracted Thales to design, develop, and deliver portable, remote command centres (RCCs) to help transform the Royal Navy’s (RN’s) mine-hunting capability (MHC) and broader seabed warfare capacities through enhanced use of autonomous systems. The contract – issued by the MoD’s Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) acquisition organisation – ... The post UK Contracts Thales to Deliver Portable, AI-enhanced, Remote Command Centres for Royal Navy Autonomous MCM appeared first on Naval News.

In December 2025, Japan responded in an unusual manner to activities conducted by Chinese Navy vessels in waters near Japan: JASDF F-2 fighters were observed with a combined total of 64 anti-ship missiles… On 9 December 2025, at Tsuiki Air Base of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), at least 16 F-2 fighter aircraft were ... The post Japan responds to China with unprecedented number of F-2 Fighters with anti-ship missiles appeared first on Naval News.

Earlier on Christmas Day of this year, images of a Chinese shipping vessel carrying several containerized vertical launch cells systems appeared online. The basis of the Vessel in question appears to be a standard civilian container carrier, further augmented with radars, Vertical Launch Systems, and other systems. Naval News was able to independently confirm the ... The post Container Ship Turned Missile Battery Spotted in China appeared first on 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 Marinette Marine’s shipyard in Wisconsin. Richard Scott story, additional reporting by Xavier Vavasseur A blessing ceremony for first-of-class HMS Saud (820) was held at the Marinette yard ... The post First Saudi MMSC launched by Fincantieri in Wisconsin appeared first on Naval News.

The German Navy will receive four Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) 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, as well as other components and a command and control system, meaning the German Armed Forces will procure a ... The post German Navy to procure MQ-9B SeaGuardian for reconnaissance, ASW appeared first on Naval News.

On December 22nd, South Korea’s Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) announced that after discussions at the 172nd Defense Acquisition Program Promotion Committee, it had decided to select the contractor for the detailed design and construction of the lead ship of the KDDX program through competitive bidding. The Republic of Korea’s naval shipbuilding programs generally proceed ... The post South Korea Selects Competitive Bidding for KDDX Destroyer Program appeared first on Naval News.

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. Belgian MoD press release – Translated by Naval News The Skeldar V-200 is an unmanned helicopter with a ... The post Belgian Navy’s Skeldar V-200 UAS Completes First Flight appeared first on Naval News.

In early November, the French Navy’s Modernised Tripartite/Éridan-class minehunter arrived in the Baltic region for a two-month deployment, joining NATO Allied Maritime Command’s (MARCOM’s) Standing NATO Mine Counter Measures Group 1 (SNMCMG1). The group is MARCOM’s Northern European-focused mine countermeasures (MCM) force. Since Sagittaire arrived, SNMCMG1 has participated in the Finnish Navy-led, multinational ‘Freezing Winds’ ... The post French Navy Baltic Deployment Demonstrates Hybrid Approach to Mine Warfare appeared first on 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 Surface to Ship Missile has completed. Although Japan is eager to introduce various domestic and foreign Stand-off Missiles in recent years, due to the fact that the ... The post Japan Completes All Improved Type 12 Anti-Ship Missile Tests appeared first on Naval News.

The U.S. Navy will take delivery of new-build battleships, the largest in modern existence, in an announcement from President Trump in Florida. U.S. President Donald Trump, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of the Navy John Phelan, were all in attendance for the President’s announcement declaring a new class ... The post Trump Announces Nuclear-Armed Battleships for the U.S. Navy appeared first on Naval News.

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’s shipyard in Muggiano (La Spezia). Fincantieri press release The ceremony was attended by Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of the Indonesian Navy, H.E. Prof. DR. Junimart Girsang, Ambassador ... The post Fincantieri delivers 2nd PPA to Indonesia appeared first on 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. A notice of award—formally confirming the selection of a contractor—was issued to South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) on Dec. 22, according to Naval News sources who spoke ... The post Philippines to acquire 2 new frigates from South Korea’s HD HHI appeared first on 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. TKMS press release TKMS and the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) today signed a framework agreement in Koblenz for the delivery of DM2A5 heavyweight ... The post Germany’s TKMS just won its largest torpedo order appeared first on 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. The ceremony hosted highest level attendance in Istanbul Naval Shipyard. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of Türkiye, was the chief guest in the ceremony, along with ... The post Turkish Navy receives new submarine, landing ship and USV during major ceremony appeared first on Naval News.

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. HD HHI press release On Friday, December 19, HD HHI signed a Joint Development Agreement for a Next-Generation Submarine with the Peruvian Navy and ... The post HD HHI and Peru launch Joint Development of Next-Gen Submarine appeared first on Naval News.

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). The 133-meter-long vessel, named Yoshii (pennant number FFM-12), was launched during a naming and launching ceremony held at MHI’s Nagasaki Shipyard & Machinery Works in Nagasaki Prefecture. The ship is named ... The post Japan’s MHI launches final Mogami-class FFM for JMSDF appeared first on Naval News.

French President Emmanuel Macron today announced that France’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. In an address to French troops stationed in Abu Dhabi, the French President today said: “In this age of ... The post France formally green lights PA-Ng aircraft carrier production appeared first on Naval News.

Schiebel has completed the first CAMCOPTER S-300 flight test campaign in France, marking an important milestone in the programme’s progression. The flights were conducted at the CESA Drones test site in Sainte-Hélène near Bordeaux, where the S-300 further expanded the operational envelope, reaching a total of 100 flight hours. Schiebel press release The flight activities ... The post Schiebel Successfully Concludes Initial Camcopter S-300 Flights in France appeared first on Naval News.

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. This delivery is part of the fleet renewal program managed under the aegis of OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation). Fincantieri press release The ceremony ... The post Fincantieri Delivers Second LSS Unit For Italian Navy appeared first on Naval News.

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, significant not only for Greece and the Hellenic Navy but also for France, as Greece becomes the second operator of the FDI design. We bring you ... The post Hellenic Navy Receives Its First FDI Frigate Built by Naval Group appeared first on 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. U.S. Navy press release The Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Santa Barbara (LCS 32) achieved the historic milestone in the Arabian Gulf while launching a Low-cost Unmanned ... The post U.S. Navy in Middle East Employs Attack Drone at Sea for First Time appeared first on 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. Kongsberg press release Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace (‘KONGSBERG’) has signed a contract for the delivery of ORCCA® combat system elements to four 212CD submarines ... The post Kongsberg to deliver ORCCA combat system for Type 212CD submarines appeared first on Naval News.

HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division 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). HII press release With a proven track record of building complex ships, and having the available facility capacity, Ingalls shipbuilders will ... The post HII to Build Small Surface Combatants for US Navy appeared first on Naval News.

Maritime Operations Group (“MOG”) and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (“HHI”) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development, construction, and delivery of modern diesel-electric submarines and undersea technologies for U.S. government and allied missions. MOG press release Under the agreement, MOG and HHI will jointly explore opportunities to: ... The post MOG and HD HHI Sign MoU to Accelerate Submarine Innovation and Delivery appeared first on Naval News.