Paper Taipan ends in tears
The decision to permanently ground the Australian Defence Force’s fleet of MRH-90 Taipan helicopters was the final chapter in the saga that was Project...
Drone umbrellas for all US Navy ships
With the use of drones becoming more prevalent, the US Navy has found a way to ensure all of its surface ships can repel...
Drones from Yemen attack French frigate
A French guided-missile frigate came under attack from two lethal drones launched from Yemen, officials in Paris said on 11 December 2023.
On 9 December,...
How to deal with attacks on undersea cables
The UK’s top naval official has admitted NATO nations are struggling to deal with how to address attacks on undersea cables and connectors, because...
Australia cancels $1.3b navy drone project
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has described Labor's approach to defence as "contemptible", following revelations a controversial drone project he approved just before last year's...
Ukraine’s success a wake-up call for other navies
Ukraine has grabbed international attention with its asymmetric attacks using explosive-laden “sea drones” against Russian shipping and facilities in the Black Sea. They have...
UK-French drone neutralises mines
Recent sea trials of a remotely operated underwater vehicle proved it is capable of neutralising naval mines, a new milestone for the Franco-British Maritime...
Ukraine’s maritime drone unit
On August 24, as part of the Independence Day celebrations, President Zelensky, recognized a unique unit in the Ukrainian Navy, Naval News reports. The...
Australia’s $1.7bn missile spend
The acquisition of some of the most powerful and technologically advanced weapons systems the ADF has fielded will enhance Australia’s ability to target enemies...
Future naval battles fought from land
The US may have the most advanced navy in the world — but as Pentagon officials have openly warned, China’s strategy to counter it...