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Mar- 2025 -

11 March

Asia Pacific

Kawasaki Heavy Industries Taigei-class submarine, Raigei, commissioned by JMSDF

Christine Casimiro

Japan’s Fourth Taigei-Class Submarine Enters Service

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has commissioned its fourth Taigei-class diesel-electric submarine.

7 March

Europe

The UK Royal Navy's Cetus Extra Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (XLAUV)

Rojoef Manuel

MSubs Launches First UK Navy XLAUV Drone Submarine in Plymouth

British unmanned systems manufacturer MSubs has launched the UK Royal Navy’s future Extra Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle at Turnchapel Wharf in Plymouth.

4 March

Asia Pacific

Impeccable sailing into RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base.

Christine Casimiro

Singapore Eyes More Sea, Air, Land Military Assets Amid ‘Turbulent Times’

The Singapore Armed Forces plans to procure two new submarines and introduce a counter-drone military vehicle, maritime patrol aircraft, and other defense assets.

Feb- 2025 -

24 February

Americas

Joe Saballa

China’s New Submarine Could Target Typhon Missiles in Philippines: Report

China’s latest attack submarine is being prepared to neutralize America’s medium-range missile defense systems deployed in the Indo-Pacific.

20 February

Asia Pacific

Staff Writer With AFP

Australia Says Foreign Spies Target Nuclear Subs Program

Foreign spies are targeting Australia's nuclear-powered submarine program and plotting to harm or kill opponents living in the country, the nation's intelligence chief warned Wednesday.

17 February

Europe

Saab launches HMS Halland submarine after mid-life upgrades

Christine Casimiro

Sweden’s Final Gotland-Class Submarine Completes Saab Upgrades

Saab has launched the Swedish Navy’s third and final Gotland-class submarine after it completed mid-life upgrades on the vessel.

14 February

Asia Pacific

General Romeo S Brawner Jr., AFP Chief of Staff discusses the AFP’s effort to addressing national security during the MAP General Membership Meeting on February 12.

Christine Casimiro

Philippine Military Eyes Acquiring Two Submarines

As part of its modernization efforts, the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) intends to acquire at least two diesel-electric submarines.

11 February

Arms

The Indian Ministry of Defence inked a contract with Russian representatives to procure anti-ship cruise missiles

Christine Casimiro

India Buys Anti-Ship Missiles From Russia

In line with existing defense cooperation, India has signed a contract with Russia to procure anti-ship cruise missiles for the country’s submarine fleet.

11 February

Americas