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24 March

An artist's impression of the AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar-fitted Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV). The gray ship is seen sailing in rough waters. Three missiles are seen firing off from it, with one maneuvering to hit an airborne missile fired by an unknown source. By the back of the ship, three laser-like lights target a group of five drones flying above. Two triangle-shaped objects are seen hovering above the entire scene.

US, Japan Push Aegis Vessel Integration With First SPY-7 Live Test

The US has carried out the first live-target tracking exercise using the SPY-7 radar slated to be integrated with Japan’s Aegis vessel.

23 March

Rojoef Manuel

Hanwha Ocean, ONEX Eye Greece’s Military Program

Hanwha Ocean has signed a strategic teaming agreement with Greek company ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group to jointly pursue defense programs under the Hellenic Armed Forces.

23 March

220720-N-XH769-1047 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 20, 2022) U.S. Navy Operations Specialist 3rd Class Marissa Cisneros operates a terminal aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) July 20, 2022. The Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group and embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, under the command and control of Task Force 61/2, is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ryan Clark)

Rojoef Manuel

US Navy’s New AI Data Engine Turns Ships Into Self-Learning Platforms

DECK collects and processes live sensor data, overlays actionable info for operators, and manages satellite bandwidth to better handle and deliver operational data.

23 March

Staff Writer With AFP

Russian Port Near Finnish Border Hit in Strikes: Governor

The Russian port of Primorsk near the Finnish border suffered damage in the latest round of drone attacks, the region's governor said early Monday on Telegram.

21 March

U.S. Navy Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Tennessee (SSBN 734), an United Kingdom Royal Navy Vanguard-class nuclear submarine, an E6-B Mercury assigned to the "Shadows" of Fleet Air Reconnaissance Squadron (VQ) 4 and an MH60R Sea Hawk helicopter attached to the “Proud Warriors” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72 conducted bi-lateral at sea training

Bea Castañeda

Get to Know the UK’s Vanguard-Class Submarine

Explore the Vanguard-class submarine, its nuclear deterrent role, stealth capabilities, and how it sustains the UK’s strategic underwater defense.

20 March

Ronald Watkins

US Navy Awards Gecko Robotics $71M for AI-Driven Fleet Maintenance

The US Navy has awarded Gecko Robotics a five-year contract worth up to $71 million to support fleet maintenance and readiness.

20 March

Philippine Coast Guard patrol vessels BRP Suluan and BRP Cabra sail with Philippine Navy frigate BRP Miguel Malvar and USS Curtis Wilbur during a joint maritime activity in the South China Sea, July 16, 2025.

Staff Writer With AFP

Philippines Accuses China of ‘Provocative’ Target Tracking on Ship

The Philippines said a Chinese navy ship directed its fire control radar towards one of its vessels in the disputed South China Sea this month, slamming the "provocative" move.

19 March

An Israeli F-35 fighter jet performs during an air show

Staff Writer With AFP

Israel Military Says Struck Several Iranian Naval Ships in Caspian Sea

The Israeli military said that its fighter jets had struck several Iranian naval vessels in the Caspian Sea, including vessels equipped with anti-submarine missiles.

19 March

Inder Singh Bisht

UK, Norway Pursue Joint Commando Craft Program for Coastal Ops

The UK and Norway are considering a joint acquisition of a fleet of high-speed, armed commando craft to support littoral operations.

19 March

190710-N-ZH865-1250 ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 10, 2019) Sailors clear the flight deck aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) after attaching a pallet of ordnance to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter during an ammunition offload. Kearsarge is the flagship for the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group. The Kearsarge ARG is deployed in support of maritime security operations, crisis response and theater security cooperation, while providing a forward naval presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Vincent Zaragozi/Released)

Rojoef Manuel

US Navy Revamps Acquisition Structure With Five New Portfolio Offices

The US Navy has created five new portfolio acquisition executive organizations to streamline procurement, cut bureaucracy, and expedite the distribution of capabilities to warfighters.

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