Hyundai – The Defense Post

Mar- 2026 -

30 March

South Korean K2 Black Panther main battle tank kicking up dust during a high-speed field exercise, showcasing the platform's mobility and combat readiness

South Korea Reimagines ‘K2’ Main Battle Tank for Middle Eastern Fronts

Hyundai Rotem is preparing to push its K2 main battle tank into the Middle East, unveiling a redesigned variant tailored to take on the region’s scorching hot weather and bypass export restrictions.

Feb- 2026 -

25 February

Asia Pacific

Akhsan Erido Elezhar

South Korea Turns to Hydrogen Power for Its New Unmanned Ground Vehicle

South Korea is exploring hydrogen-powered autonomy with Hyundai Rotem’s “Black Veil,” a stealthy unmanned ground vehicle designed for long-endurance missions in high-threat areas.

10 February

Asia Pacific

Aerial view of HD Hyundai Heavy Industries' Ulsan yard

Rojoef Manuel

Hyundai Eyes Spot on Saudi Warship Program at World Defense Show

South Korea’s HD Hyundai Heavy Industries will advance its planned bid for Saudi Arabia’s next-generation frigate program at the biennial World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, the Middle East’s largest defense exhibition.

Jan- 2026 -

26 January

Asia Pacific

The BRP Rajah Sulayman (PS-20) offshore patrol vessel

Rojoef Manuel

Philippine Navy Receives First Rajah Sulayman Patrol Boat From S. Korea

The Philippine Navy has accepted the lead Rajah Sulayman-class offshore patrol vessel from South Korea as part of a 2022 contract.

Dec- 2025 -

3 December

Asia Pacific

Philippine Navy's second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07)

Rojoef Manuel

Second Philippine Navy Miguel Malvar Warship Enters Service

The Philippine Navy has formally inducted its second Miguel Malvar-class frigate, the BRP Diego Silang (FFG-07), at the Naval Operating Base Subic in Zambales.

Nov- 2025 -

12 November

Asia Pacific

Philippine Navy's future offshore patrol vessel design.

Rojoef Manuel

Lead Philippine Navy Patrol Boat Undergoes Sea Trials in S. Korea

The Philippine Navy’s first Sulayman-class offshore patrol vessel, the BRP Rajah Sulayman (PS-20), has begun sea trials off South Korea.

Oct- 2025 -

29 October

Land

Jodesz Gavilan

South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem to Build $270M Tank Plant in Peru

South Korea firm Hyundai Rotem looks to establish a $270-million assembly plant in Peru for K2 Black Panther tanks and K808 armored vehicles.

28 October

Americas

US Navy’s third Flight III Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, the future USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129) built by HII

Giulia Bernacchi

HII, Hyundai to Collaborate on Ship Construction, Expand US Capacity

HII and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed an agreement to collaborate on commercial and military ship construction.

27 October

Asia Pacific

HR-SHERPA unmanned ground vehicles. Photo: Hyundai Rotem

Rojoef Manuel

Hyundai Rotem, Shield AI to Develop Smarter Human-Machine Combat Systems

South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem is teaming up with American defense tech company Shield AI to co-develop AI-powered drones and smart control systems that can work alongside troops.

21 October

Europe

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.

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