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23 October

Launching of Singapore's first Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV), Victory (88).

Singapore Marks Launch of First Victory-Class Multi-Role Combat Vessel

The Republic of Singapore Navy has launched the lead ship of the Victory-class Multi-Role Combat Vessel (MRCV) at ST Engineering's Benoi Shipyard.

23 October

Rojoef Manuel

New Zealand Mulls Japan’s Next-Gen Mogami Frigates as Pacific Pressures Grow

New Zealand is exploring the possibility of introducing Japan’s upgraded Mogami-class stealth frigate, known as the New FFM, as part of its fleet renewal plan.

23 October

Republic of Korea navy Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin-class destroyer ROKS Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin (DDH 975) sails during the at-sea phase of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Terrin Hartman)

Rojoef Manuel

South Korea is Building an AI ‘Crewmate’ for Its Warships

The system is being built around the company’s in-house AI engine known as Runway, along with a lightweight setup that allows large AI models to function on platforms with low processing capacity.

22 October

Jodesz Gavilan

HII Boosts US Navy Shipbuilding With $2.9M 3D Printers from AML3D

HII Newport News Shipbuilding has ordered ML3D printers to produce parts for US Navy ships and submarines.

21 October

Italian Navy's aircraft carrier ITS Cavour

Rojoef Manuel

Italy Charts Course for Future Aircraft Carrier Fleet

Italy has begun early research for a future aircraft carrier as part of its 2025–2027 defense plan to modernize its naval forces.

21 October

Republic of Korea navy Sohn Won-yil-class submarine ROKS Lee Beom-seok (SS 081) sails during the force integration phase of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024, July 22. Twenty-nine nations, 40 surface ships, three submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 150 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC in and around the Hawaiian Islands, June 27 to Aug. 1. The world’s largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world’s oceans. RIMPAC 2024 is the 29th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Terrin Hartman)

Rojoef Manuel

South Korea’s Hyundai Joins Race for Future Greek Submarines

South Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries has unveiled its submarine designs and bid for the Hellenic Navy’s multibillion-euro naval modernization program.

21 October

The French Navy's lead Frégate de Défense et d'Intervention/ Defence and Intervention Frigate (FDI) system, the Amiral Ronarc’h

Rojoef Manuel

French Navy Accepts First FDI Frigate ‘Amiral Ronarc’h’ From Naval Group

Naval Group has delivered the French Navy’s first Frégate de Défense et d'Intervention warship in Brest, Brittany, as part of a 2015 initiative to modernize the service’s surface combatants.

20 October

Ethan M. Encarnacion

New Hybrid Underwater Drone Poised to Join Italy’s Next-Gen Mine Defense

Saipem has developed an underwater drone designed to become a key tool in the Italian Navy’s future mine countermeasure operations.

17 October

A helicopter equipped with the Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS).

Rojoef Manuel

South Korea Takes Delivery of First Laser Minehunting System From Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman has supplied the first Airborne Laser Mine Detection System to South Korea, a move aimed at boosting the country’s ability to find and clear naval mines.

17 October