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The Scorpène Evolved Full LiB, selected by Indonesia, is a 72-meter diesel-electric attack submarine using lithium-ion batteries to provide more than 8,000 nmi of range, 78 to 80 days of endurance, over 12 days of submerged autonomy, and speeds above 20 knots. (Picture source: Naval Group)

Indonesia begins domestic construction of first French-designed Scorpene Evolved submarine

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State-owned shipbuilder PT PAL Indonesia cut the first steel for Indonesia's lead Scorpène Evolved submarine at its Surabaya shipyard on August 7, 20…
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Instead of a conventional slipway launch, the Type 26 frigate HMS Glasgow was transferred onto the semi-submersible barge CD01, moved down the Clyde to Glen Mallan, floated off and then returned to Scotstoun for final fitting-out. (Picture source: UK MoD)

UK's first Type 26 frigate HMS Glasgow approaches sea trials as BAE Systems ramps up production

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BAE Systems has commenced systems commissioning aboard the first-in-class Type 26 vessel, HMS Glasgow, at its Scotstoun shipyard on the Clyde ahead o…
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Panamanian security forces conduct maritime boarding and interdiction training with U.S. Special Operations personnel during PANAMAX 2026 in the Bay of Panama on July 20, strengthening security around the Panama Canal.

U.S. and 18 Partner Nations Rehearse Defense of Panama Canal to Keep Strategic Chokepoint Open

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The U.S. military and defense and security forces from 18 partner nations are rehearsing the defense of the Panama Canal during PANAMAX 2026, testing…
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Enduring access to a naval base means submarines can use that base whenever needed to operate, resupply, undergo maintenance, and remain ready for missions over the long term without relying on temporary visits. (Picture source: Australian MoD)

Australia confirms enduring access for US Virginia-class submarines at HMAS Stirling naval base under AUKUS

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On August 4, 2026, Australia’s Chief of the Defence Force, Admiral Mark Hammond, formally confirmed that U.S. Navy attack submarines will retain endu…
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The USS San Juan was the prototype of the Improved Los Angeles-class, introducing Arctic, stealth, and combat system upgrades that became the standard for every subsequent 688i attack submarine and influenced key design priorities later carried over into the Virginia-class. (Picture source: US Navy)

US Navy submarine crisis worsens as first Improved Los Angeles-class submarine USS San Juan retires

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On August 6, 2026, the U.S. Navy decommissioned the fast-attack submarine USS San Juan (SSN-751) at the U.S. Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport, Washin…
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A U.S. Navy MH-60R Seahawk conducts antisubmarine warfare operations during RIMPAC 2026 off Hawaii.

U.S. Navy Deploys AI for Real-Time Submarine Detection During MH-60R Seahawk Helicopter Missions

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U.S. Navy antisubmarine warfare took a significant step toward real-time AI-enabled undersea operations after Lockheed Martin demonstrated an artific…
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A U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft and an MQ-4C Triton unmanned surveillance aircraft. (Picture source: Boeing/Northrop Grumman )

U.S. Demonstrates First P-8A Poseidon Tasking of MQ-4C Triton Drone for Future Naval Teaming

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U.S. maritime patrol forces have advanced crewed and uncrewed teaming by demonstrating that a P-8A Poseidon operator can task an MQ-4C Triton and rec…
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China’s 83rd Group Army tested a UAV-cued PHL-03 maritime strike sequence that combined rapid target acquisition, centralized fire control, precision rocket engagement and immediate launcher displacement to strengthen coastal denial operations (Picture Source: China Military Online / Edited By Army Recognition Group)

China Tests UAV-Cued PHL-03 Maritime Strikes and Rapid-Displacement Tactics for Coastal Denial Operations

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China has demonstrated a UAV-enabled maritime strike drill that paired forward reconnaissance drones with long-range rocket artillery to attack a sta…
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The Trump-class battleship would combine the U.S. Navy's largest weapons inventory, including hypersonic, nuclear, anti-ship, land-attack and air defense missiles, with an electromagnetic railgun, high-energy lasers, conventional naval guns and close-range defensive weapons. (Picture source: CBO)

US Navy's Trump-class battleship fleet construction could cost $275 billion by 2056, CBO report shows

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On August 5, 2026, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) published an official report estimating that the U.S. Navy's planned procurement of 15 Trump…
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During the transit, the platform printed more than 1,000 items. Some were used to produce the 12 Squall drones, while others supported mechanical testing and repairs required by the crew. Service members took part in both manufacturing and assembly (Picture source: US DoD/Firestorm Labs)

U.S. Navy Tests Firestorm FPV Drone Factory Aboard USS Essex Amphibious Ship for At-Sea Production

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Firestorm Labs and U.S. service members built 12 Squall FPV drones aboard USS Essex while the warship sailed to Hawaii for RIMPAC 2026. The demonstra…
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By positioning a Wildcat at altitude between the drones and the control station, the Royal Navy can partly overcome radio-horizon restrictions and terrain masking (Picture source: UK MoD)

UK Royal Navy Tests Wildcat Helicopter as Drone Control Hub for Long-Range Naval Operations

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The Royal Navy linked a modified Wildcat HMA2 Helicopter with multiple drones, Royal Marines and command teams during Exercise Dragon Rider across so…
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An A-10 Thunderbolt II provided armed overwatch for the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska during surfaced operations in the Pacific Ocean (Picture Source: U.S. Navy)

U.S. A-10 Escort of Nuclear Submarine USS Nebraska Signals a New Response to Pacific Maritime Threats

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A U.S. Air Force A-10 Thunderbolt II escorted the Ohio-class ballistic missile submarine USS Nebraska (SSBN 739) during surfaced operations in the Pa…
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