China moving towards N-powered carrier
Researchers in the US have confirmed that China is working on a nuclear-powered propulsion system for an aircraft carrier warship. The researchers have confirmed...
Multiple UK N-subs now at sea
After months of maintenance and readiness challenges, the Royal Navy’s attack submarine fleet is back on course with a notable increase in activity, reflecting...
US to extend lives of 12 destroyers
The US Navy will extend the service lives of 12 Arleigh Burke-class destroyers, resulting in an anticipated 48 years of combined additional operational service...
Uncrewed ships on a massive scale
Defense tech startup Saronic has announced that it is launching its newest autonomous surface vessel, dubbed Corsair, the company’s third and largest unmanned maritime...
Australia gives 14 RHIBs to Ukraine
Australia will provide 14 rigid hull inflatable boats (RHIBs) to Ukraine, as part of the Australian Government’s ongoing commitment to support Ukraine in its...
Arafura completes sea trials
In a major milestone for the Arafura Class Offshore Patrol Vessel Program, NUSHIP Arafura, has completed sea trials off the Adelaide coast. Luerssen Australia...
China’s massive new assault ship
By Matthew P. Funaiole*
The Chinese defense industrial base continues to churn out ever larger and more capable warships at a stunning pace. New satellite...
Radical ship redesign urged
The pace of change in maritime warfare requires Western navies to innovate faster and work more intimately with industrial partners to defeat evolving threats,...
US well behind in ship-building
By Brent D. Sadler*
Introduction
On September 18, the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Lisa Franchetti released her Navigation Plan (NAVPLAN) laying out the course...
Congressional report on US Navy force structure and shipbuilding
On 30 October the US Congressional Research Service released a 70 page report on the US Navy’s Force Structure and Shipbuilding Plans. In summary...