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Small aircraft carrier docked in harbor with cityscape behind, showcasing its compact size.

Indonesia Weighs Risks of Aging Aircraft Carrier Acquisition

Indonesia's acquisition of the KRI Sriwijaya, a compact aircraft carrier with a storied past, presents a crucial decision: will it become a versatile hub for amphibious operations and drone innovation, or a costly relic, relegated to harbor duty? The nation's choices on equipping, modernizing, and sustaining the ship will ultimately determine its fate.

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Naval ship docked at port with sailors, equipment, and model amphibious ship on display.

Navy Proposes Longer Amphib Readiness Cycles, Seeks More Ships

The Navy is proposing a game-changing plan to boost its amphibious fleet's readiness with a longer 56-month cycle, allowing ships to undergo two workup cycles, two integrated training cycles, and two deployments. This extended cycle, up from the current 36 months, aims to enhance the fleet's capabilities and effectiveness.

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Twin waterjet-powered Landing Craft Mechanized docked beside large amphibious platform at sea.

China Unveils Twin Waterjet-Powered Landing Craft Mechanized

Meet China's latest naval addition: a cutting-edge, twin waterjet-powered Landing Craft Mechanized, designed to seamlessly integrate with its larger amphibious platforms for enhanced ship-to-shore logistics and operations. This game-changing vessel is set to expand the PLAN's amphibious fleet capabilities.

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