Thales and Terma sign a Memorandum of Understanding to expand cooperation in the air, naval and space domains
The MoU covers future cooperation within three core domains – Air and Air Defence, Naval and Space Thales and Terma have signed a Memorandum of Understanding signaling their commitment to local industrial cooperation and a potential strategic partnership within the three key domains of Air and Air Defence, Naval and Space. This cooperation and strategic […]
France signs framework agreement for Airbus VSR700 programme
The agreement also paves the way for cooperation with other nations via government to government agreements Sébastien Lecornu, the French Minister for the Armed Forces has signed a framework agreement with Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters and Marie-Laure Bourgeois, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing of Naval Group for the future acquisition of the […]
Damen Naval selects Alewijnse as electrical integration partner for Colombia’s PES Frigate
Damen Naval has awarded Alewijnse a contract to manage the complete integration and installation of all electrical systems on board the Plataforma Estratégica de Superficie (PES) frigate, being developed for the Navy of the Republic of Colombia As the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) integrator, Damen Naval is leading the design, engineering and construction of the […]
The Armada wraps up the live-fire Exercise SINKEX-25
The Armada (Spanish Navy) has successfully concluded the Exercise SINKEX 25, enhancing its advanced training with live weapons The Armada has successfully completed the advanced live weapons exercise SINKEX 25 conducted on June 15 and 16, 2025. This exercise was key to strengthening the operational capabilities of the Armada’s naval, air, and submarine units, while […]
Thales and KNDS France unveil rapidfire land, a land-based variant of the 40mm RAPIDFire naval defence system
RAPIDFire is a remotely operated artillery system co-developed by Thales and KNDS France. The French defence procurement agency (DGA) has awarded a contract for the production of 48 of these systems, and the first two RAPIDFire systems ordered earlier are now operational on board France’s new-generation fleet replenishment tankers. Full qualification of RAPIDFire systemThe French […]
DMC to deliver custom rudders for 4 Dutch and Belgian Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates
Design, produce and deliver shock-proof rudder systems for Damen-built ASWF series Damen Marine Components has received the order to design, engineer and produce eight rudders for the four Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates that Damen Naval is building for the Belgian and Dutch Navies. Each vessel will be equipped with two rudders, developed to be resilient and […]
ELT Group and EDGE sign Strategic Cooperation Letter on EW Suite for Kuwait Navy Missile Boats
The letter reflects both Parties’ shared intent to accelerate the process and collaborate towards formalising the contract As part of the Letter of Intent (LOI) signed in February 2025 between ELT Group and EDGE Group, a Strategic Cooperation Letter was signed on June 10 to advance discussions on the supply of electronic warfare (EW) systems […]
Danger beneath the waves: How Voith technology is helping to ensure safe passage through the Bosphorus
VSP’s minimal magnetic signature ensures maximum safety In March 2022, the passage through the Bosphorus – one of the most important shipping lanes in the world – had to be closed temporarily to civilian ships because of a floating sea mine. For four hours, the maritime bottleneck connecting the Mediterranean to the Black Sea was […]
Launching of HS FORMION, third FDI frigate for the Hellenic Navy
On June 4th, 2025, the launching ceremony of the third FDI frigate Hellenic Ship (HS) FORMION took place in the Naval Group shipyard in Lorient The ceremonial launching was held in the presence of Nikolaos Dendias, Minister of National Defence of the Hellenic Republic and General (Armament) Alexandre Lahousse, Deputy General Director of the National […]
Sea Archer sets standard for small Unmanned Surface Vessels
Sea Archer is poised for mission tests and high-volume production It can zip along the ocean at 40 knots, carve a tight 180-degree turn, launch with a boat trailer and a pickup truck, and can fuel up at ordinary gas stations and marinas. But it’s not exactly your standard speed boat: it also boasts a […]