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News•Mar 2, 2026
CCC Awarded Contract to Supply RAST Systems to US NAWC
The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) secured a four‑year contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to supply Recover Assist Securing and Traversing (RAST) systems to the Naval Air Warfare Centre. Curtiss‑Wright’s Mississauga plant will manufacture the equipment and provide field support. RAST enhances shipborne helicopter operations by stabilising, securing, and moving aircraft on naval vessels. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the deal reinforces CCC’s role in facilitating Canadian defence sales to the U.S.
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 27, 2026
Uncrewed Vehicle Orders Will Help Keep Rosyth Shipyard Afloat
UK orders for uncrewed maritime vehicles (UMVs) are expected to sustain work at Babcock’s Rosyth shipyard as the Type 31 frigate programme winds down in the early 2030s. The Ministry of Defence’s Strategic Defence Review calls for a hybrid fleet of...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 26, 2026
US Navy Awards $61m Contract Modification for Kratos BQM-177A
The U.S. Navy has awarded Kratos Defense & Security Solutions a $61.07 million contract modification to initiate full‑rate production of the BQM‑177A subsonic aerial target, delivering 70 units and associated RATO kits. The award brings the total value of the BQM‑177A...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 26, 2026
Could UK-Norway Type 26 Frigates Operate Under Joint Command?
The UK has reduced its Type 26 frigate programme from thirteen hulls to eight, while Norway has committed to buying at least five of the same design. Both governments are exploring the possibility of reallocating UK‑built slots to fulfill Norway’s order,...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 24, 2026
Indian Navy to Commission Latest ASW-SWC Corvette
The Indian Navy will commission the ASW‑SWC corvette Anjadip on 27 February 2026, the third vessel of an eight‑ship anti‑submarine warfare shallow‑water craft program. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers in Kolkata, the 77‑metre ship was delivered in December 2025 and...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 19, 2026
Costly Upkeep of Axed Ship HMS Albion One Year On
The UK Ministry of Defence continues to maintain the decommissioned amphibious assault ship HMS Albion at a cost of about £2 million per year, despite its removal from the surface fleet in November 2024. Defence Minister Luke Pollard says the expense is...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 17, 2026
The Revamp of Ireland’s Defence
Ireland is overhauling its defence forces, committing up to €1.7 billion over five years and aiming for a 11,500‑person cadre by 2028. The plan upgrades the army’s armoured fleet with KNDS SCORPION vehicles, expands the naval service to twelve ships and...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 17, 2026
Reader Poll: Two-Thirds Oppose US Navy Shipbuilding Strategy
A GlobalData poll of Naval Technology readers shows 67% of over 250 participants reject President Donald Trump’s current US Navy shipbuilding strategy, citing schedule and direction concerns. The poll highlights a split between those favoring traditional platforms and a growing...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 16, 2026
Vigor Marine Wins $73m Contract for USS Emory S. Land Overhaul
Vigor Marine secured a firm‑fixed‑price $73.42 million contract to overhaul the U.S. Navy’s submarine tender USS Emory S. Land, covering a 215‑day dry‑dock period from 1 May to 1 December 2026. The agreement includes five unexercised options that could raise the total value to $74.81 million. Funding combines...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 16, 2026
Norway, Germany Deepen Defence Cooperation with Hansa Arrangement
At the Munich Security Conference, Norway and Germany signed the Hansa Arrangement, a bilateral defence pact covering maritime security, space‑based surveillance, combined‑arms land warfare, rapid reinforcement and defence‑industry collaboration. The agreement builds on prior high‑level talks and includes joint development...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 11, 2026
BBN Wins US DoD Contract for Radar and 5G Coexistence Project
RTX BBN Technologies secured a U.S. Department of Defense contract to create a real‑time smart spectrum manager that enables defence radars and commercial 5G networks to share frequencies without interference. The first phase will deliver a system that detects radar...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 11, 2026
UK Double Down on High North with Troop Surge in Norwegian Arctic
The United Kingdom announced a surge of troops to the Norwegian Arctic, reinforcing its presence in the High North. The deployment is intended to counter Russian activity in the contested region and bolster NATO’s northern deterrence posture. British forces will...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 10, 2026
RTX Wins up to $230.56m Deal for F135 Lot 20 Long-Lead Materials
RTX has been awarded a non‑competitive contract worth up to $230.56 million to procure long‑lead‑time materials and components for F135 Lot 20 propulsion systems. The deal supports the production of 138 engines destined for the U.S. Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, as...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 10, 2026
Naval Group, Astrolight to Test POLARIS Laser on Lithuanian Ships
Naval Group and Lithuanian space‑tech firm Astrolight have signed an MoU to trial Astrolight’s POLARIS laser communication terminal on Naval Group’s new offshore patrol vessel for Lithuania. The partnership was announced at the Lithuanian Maritime Defence Industry Days and follows...
By Naval Technology
News•Feb 9, 2026
Kongsberg Maritime Listing Set for April After Demerger Approval
Kongsberg Gruppen received shareholder approval to spin off its maritime division, creating an independent Kongsberg Maritime that will list on Euronext Oslo in April 2026. The new entity will inherit a legacy of 200 years, 8,000 employees in 35 countries,...
By Naval Technology
Deals•Feb 9, 2026
Kongsberg Maritime to List on Euronext Oslo Børs in April 2026 After Demerger Approval
Kongsberg Gruppen announced that its maritime division will be spun off into an independent publicly‑traded company, Kongsberg Maritime, following approval at an extraordinary general meeting on 22 January 2026. The new entity is slated to list on Euronext Oslo Børs in April 2026,...
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Deals•Feb 9, 2026
Bangladesh Navy Acquires Ex‑Royal Navy Vessel HMS Enterprise
Bangladesh and the United Kingdom have finalized a government‑to‑government agreement transferring the former Royal Navy hydrographic survey vessel HMS Enterprise to the Bangladesh Navy, enhancing its maritime security and research capabilities.
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