Tag: naval warfare
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PLAN Modernizes with New Destroyer Amid Legacy Ship Decommissioning
China's People's Liberation Army Navy is modernizing its fleet with the addition of a new Type 052D destroyer, rumored to be named Harbin, as it phases out legacy ships like the Harbin, a pioneering Type 052 Luhu-class destroyer.
Pakistan Navy Tests CM-708UNB Anti-Ship Missile from New Submarine
The Pakistan Navy has taken a major leap in its maritime defense capabilities with the successful test-firing of the CM-708UNB anti-ship missile from its state-of-the-art submarine, PNS/M Hangor. This impressive display of firepower was showcased in a video released by the navy, highlighting the country's growing naval prowess.
US Navy Deploys Blackbeard Hypersonic Missile in F/A-18 Flight Tests
Get ready for a game-changer: the US Navy has taken its Blackbeard Hypersonic Missile to new heights, literally, with thrilling flight tests on the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet. Check out the jaw-dropping footage of this powerful missile in action!
China's Submarine Program Exposes Advanced Design Features
A new satellite image of a massive nuclear-powered attack submarine under construction in China has sparked intrigue among naval analysts, revealing cutting-edge design features that leave experts questioning its capabilities. The striking picture, taken at the Bohai Shipyard in September 2026, showcases a pumpjet propulsor, X-shaped stern plane arrangement, and other notable characteristics that hint at a highly advanced vessel.
Marines Lag in Drone Boat Development
The Marine Corps needs to step up its drone boat game to protect troops in contested zones - sending robots in first can be a game-changer, as Col. Chris P. Niedziocha puts it, you never want to send a Marine somewhere you haven’t already sent a robot. By lagging behind in uncrewed surface vessel development, the Marines are missing a crucial opportunity to gain a strategic edge.
Indra Unveils Squall Low-Cost Cruise Missile
Indra has just unveiled Squall, a game-changing, low-cost cruise missile that can strike targets over 300 kilometres away, shaking up the defence industry with its impressive range and versatility. The innovative missile can be seamlessly integrated into both land and naval platforms, opening up new possibilities for defence strategy.
Ukraine Sinks Russian Drone Boat in First-Ever Sea Battle
In a historic first, the Ukrainian Navy has sunk a Russian drone boat in a groundbreaking sea battle, marking a new era in naval warfare. The Ukrainian vessel, equipped with a remotely operated weapon station, successfully destroyed its opponent in a stunning 81-second video that shows the battle unfold.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Port City with Sea Drones
Ukraine just landed a major blow to Russia's maritime operations, striking the multipurpose support ship NEFRIT in the port of Sochi with a sea drone, and dealing a significant hit to Russia's energy infrastructure. The targeted vessel played a key role in supporting oil and gas operations, and its destruction marks a major escalation in Ukraine's campaign against Russian targets.
Turkey's MİLDEN Submarine Courts Pakistan Navy's Next-Gen Needs
Meet the MİLDEN submarine, a game-changing vessel poised to meet the Pakistan Navy's next-gen needs, boasting impressive specs including a 2,700-ton surfaced displacement and 8 torpedo tubes for heavyweight firepower.
China's Type 054B Frigate Upgrades Hint at 48 VLS Cells
Get ready for a thrilling update for all you naval enthusiasts and VLS aficionados out there - high-resolution photos from China's top shipyards reveal exciting upgrades to the Type 054B Frigate, potentially boosting its VLS cells from 32 to 48. Fresh images from Hudong-Zhonghua and CSSC Huangpu Wenchong shipyards showcase the latest developments.
US Navy Revives Radar Illuminator on New Aircraft Carrier
A candid confession from a retired Navy captain reveals a costly design decision that's now being reversed with the USS John F. Kennedy, which is bringing back a trusted defensive tool - the Mk 95 radar illuminator - to its deck. This decades-old technology is making a comeback to bolster the carrier's defenses.
Small USVs Gain Strategic Edge
Smaller, more agile unmanned surface vessels are poised to revolutionize US defense procurement, delivering tactical and strategic value that their bigger, costlier counterparts can't match. Seasats' family of compact USVs, including the 12-foot Lightfish, is leading the charge, with the majority of its business focused on this game-changing tech.
Rheinmetall Launches GMF 140 Frigate with Integrated Air and Missile Defense Capabilities
Meet the GMF 140, a game-changing frigate that combines air and missile defense capabilities with versatility for a range of missions, from blue-water operations to littoral and coalition deployments. This cutting-edge ship is designed to provide affordable, interoperable, and highly capable protection for NATO and allied navies.
China Deploys YJ-20 Hypersonic Missile on Smaller Destroyers
China just took a major leap in naval firepower, deploying its advanced YJ-20 hypersonic missile on smaller Type 052D destroyers, with recent footage showing a successful launch from one of these vessels. This move significantly boosts the capabilities of the People's Liberation Army Navy.
US Navy Unleashes GARC Kamikaze Drone Boat in Live-Fire Exercise
The US Navy just made history with its first-ever live-fire test of the GARC Kamikaze Drone, successfully taking down a decommissioned ship during the massive RIMPAC 2026 exercise. This game-changing tech is paving the way for a new era in naval warfare.
PLAN Advances Naval Firepower with 155mm Gun Sea Trials
Meet the game-changing 155mm Naval Guided Missile Gun, a 21,800 Kg powerhouse produced by State Factory 447, which has successfully transitioned from display to open-water testing. This cutting-edge naval gun is set to revolutionize firepower, with high-resolution imagery showing its installation on a Type 909-series test ship as early as February 2026.
US Deploys Sea Drones in First Combat Strike Against Iran
The US has made history with its first combat strike using sea drones, targeting Iran's Bandar Abbas Naval Base in a bold move to protect commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The daring operation, carried out by CENTCOM, hit a submarine facility and dozens of other targets across southern Iran.
Pakistan's Navy Confronts the Dark Side of Unmanned Surface Warfare
The US Navy has just made history with its first-ever combat use of a one-way attack sea drone, striking Iran's Bandar Abbas Naval Base with three Saronic Corsair unmanned surface vessels. This game-changing tech has a 1,000 lb payload capacity, over 1,000 nautical miles of range, and can zip through the water at 35 knots.
North Korea Unveils Heavily Armed Frigate With Unusual Machine Gun Array
Witness the awe-inspiring display of North Korea's military might as the Kang Kon frigate unleashes a barrage of 12 strategic cruise missiles and a dizzying array of heavy machine guns. Kim Jong Un personally oversaw the impressive multi-system sea trial, showcasing the vessel's cutting-edge capabilities.
Royal Navy Deploys Kamikaze Drone at Sea
The Royal Navy is revolutionizing its fleet with cutting-edge drones, marking a major step towards a Hybrid Navy. Britain's commitment to innovation is clear with the successful deployment of a kamikaze drone, known as the Nyan one-way effector, during Exercise Neptune Reach.
US Navy to Sunk Ticonderoga Cruiser in RIMPAC Wargames
Get ready for the ultimate show of naval power: the US Navy will sink the Ticonderoga cruiser, ex-USS Mobile Bay, during the massive RIMPAC wargames exercise, a biennial spectacle involving 30 nations and 30,000 personnel. This epic drill, taking place in Hawaiian waters, will put tactics and firepower to the test in a live-fire sinking exercise.
US Aircraft Carriers Deploy Globally in Major Exercises
In a show of global military strength, US aircraft carriers are spearheading major exercises around the world, including the impressive RIMPAC, the largest international maritime exercise in history. The USS George Washington recently took part in a live-fire sinking exercise during Valiant Shield, showcasing the power of its F/A-18 Super Hornets, F-35C Lightning IIs, and E-2D Hawkeye aircraft.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Baltic Fleet Base with Drones
Ukraine's precision drone strike on a Russian Baltic Fleet base has brought the conflict to a new level, with President Volodymyr Zelensky hailing the attack as a crucial step towards peace. The daring raid, which set a Russian corvette ablaze in a Kronstadt dry dock, is part of Ukraine's long-range strategy to counter Russian aggression.