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Indra Taps Ka-Band Tech to Upgrade Submarine Comm CapabilitiesIndra Sistemas has completed the development and certification of a new Ka-band submarine satellite communication terminal. News-Übersicht

US Navy commissions Virginia-class submarine USS MassachusettsThe US Navy has commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Massachusetts on 28 March during a ceremony at Boston Harbor. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy Commissions Submarine USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) – Naval NewsThe U.S. Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) in a traditional ceremony held March 28 at Boston Harbor. News-Übersicht

Indra develops Ka-band satellite terminal for submarinesIndra has completed development and certification testing of its TSUB 40Ka satellite communications terminal for submarines. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy undocks USS Albany ahead of schedule following maintenance at Naval Submarine Base New LondonPortsmouth Naval Shipyard undocked the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Albany (SSN 753) on March 26 at Naval Submarine Base New London. News-Übersicht

Russian Navy To Replace Entire Nuclear Attack Submarine Fleet With Yasen-Class Armed With Hypersonic MissilesMarine Insight – The maritime industry guide. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy commissioned Virginia-class submarine USS MassachusettsThe U.S. Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) during a ceremony held March 28 at Boston Harbor. News-Übersicht

Sweden orders additional Teledyne Gavia underwater vehiclesSwedish Defence Materiel Administration has placed a follow-on order for additional autonomous underwater vehicle systems from Teledyne Gavia, part of Teledyne Marine. News-Übersicht

US Navy Invests $478M in Submarine Imaging SystemsThe US Navy has awarded a $478-million contract to Lockheed Martin to support and produce submarine imaging systems.  News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy To Deploy “TTLR” System To Launch & Recover Stealth AUVs From Submarine Torpedo TubesMarine Insight – The maritime industry guide. News-Übersicht

US Buys Torpedo Tube Launch and Recovery System From L3HarrisThe US Navy is advancing its undersea warfare capabilities with a new system that allows submarines to launch and recover autonomous underwater vehicles without surfacing. News-Übersicht

L3Harris secures contract to deliver autonomous underwater vehicle launch system for U.S. Navy submarinesL3Harris Technologies has received an Other Transaction Authority contract from the Department of War’s Defense Innovation Unit to provide an autonomous underwater capability for U.S. Navy submarines. News-Übersicht

US submarines to get torpedo tube-based autonomous vehiclesL3Harris Technologies has received a contract to deliver the Torpedo Tube Launch and Recovery (TTLR) system to boost US Navy’s submarine capabilities. News-Übersicht

Hanwha Ocean: KSS-III submarine departs for Canada, showcasing long-range capability ahead of joint naval exerciseHanwha Ocean has deployed a KSS-III submarine to Canada, marking a milestone in defence cooperation between Canada and the Republic of Korea. News-Übersicht

China’s Own Seawolf-class Submarine: The Type 095 – Naval NewsUntil now the U.S. Navy’s Seawolf-class stood as the benchmark. Now, it appears that China’s the Type 095 (also known as Type 09V), is built with a similarly ambitious philosophy. News-Übersicht

China conducting oceanographic surveys for undersea surveillanceChina is mapping vast stretches of the ocean floor, gathering data that experts say could give its submarines a major strategic advantage. News-Übersicht

TKMS und ST Engineering unterzeichnen Absichtserklärung in SingapurTKMS und der Marinebereich von ST Engineering wollen in Singapur ein gemeinsames Wartungs- und Servicezentrum für die U-Boote der Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) und weitere internationale Nutzer von TKMS-U-Booten aufbauen News-Übersicht

TKMS and ST Engineering to explore establishment of joint submarine serviceTKMS and ST Engineering’s Marine arm have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore establishing a joint service and maintenance centre in Singapore. News-Übersicht

TKMS and ST Engineering to Establish Submarine Service Hub in Singapore – DEFCROS NewsGermany’s TKMS and Singapore’s ST Engineering signed an agreement to establish a joint submarine maintenance center in Singapore. News-Übersicht

TKMS and ST Engineering could set up submarine maintenance hub in Singapore – Naval NewsTKMS and ST Engineering’s Marine Arm Sign MoU to explore the establishment of a Joint Service and Maintenance Center for Singapore and international users of TKMS submarines. News-Übersicht

Royal Navy’s SSN-AUKUS Submarines to feature VLS – Naval NewsThe United Kingdom has requested U.S. aid in generating a common „vertical deployment tube“ and other associated weapons systems to be shared across the SSN-AUKUS submarine program. News-Übersicht

U.S. Opens Massive $2.4 Billion “Factory Of The Future” To Boost Nuclear Submarine ProductionMarine Insight – The maritime industry guide. News-Übersicht

China maps ocean floor as it prepares for submarine warfare with USDozens of Chinese research vessels are on a quest to map the sea floor at strategically vital regions of the world’s oceans. News-Übersicht

U.S. approves $1 billion AUKUS support package to the United KingdomThe United States has approved a potential $1 billion expansion of support for the United Kingdom under the AUKUS security partnership. News-Übersicht

The Last Instance of a U.S. Navy Submarine Sinking an Enemy Ship in Combat – DEFCROS NewsThe TWZ Newsletter offers weekly military technology insights. Recently, a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship, marking historical significance. News-Übersicht

Get to Know the UK’s Vanguard-Class SubmarineExplore the Vanguard-class submarine, its nuclear deterrent role, stealth capabilities, and how it sustains the UK’s strategic underwater defense. News-Übersicht

Confirmation that next generation Royal Navy SSNs to have vertical launch cells – Navy LookoutA newly approved US support package for the SSN-AUKUS programme has effectively confirmed that the RN and Royal Australian Navy’s next-generation attack submarines will be equipped with vertical launch cells. The detail, contained within a US…

New project to ‘mass produce’ parts for US nuclear submarinesA new public-private project between the US Navy and Hadrian will establish a factory to mass produce nuclear submarine components. News-Übersicht

U.S Navy Awards New Contract To Accelerate Construction Of Columbia-Class SubmarinesMarine Insight – The maritime industry guide. News-Übersicht

UK Deploys Nuclear-Powered Submarine In Arabian Sea As Tensions With Iran EscalateMarine Insight – The maritime industry guide. News-Übersicht

Royal Navy deploys HMS Anson submarine to Arabian SeaThe United Kingdom has deployed its nuclear-powered submarine HMS Anson to the Arabian Sea, according to a report by the Daily Mail citing military sources. News-Übersicht

Hadrian opens ‘Factory of the Future’ in AlabamaHadrian has opened a new advanced manufacturing facility in Cherokee, Alabama to support U.S. Navy Columbia- and Virginia-class submarine programs. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy installs first welded additively manufactured flange on USS WashingtonThe achievement underscores the role of advanced manufacturing in maintaining and modernising the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard said News-Übersicht

General Dynamics Lands $15B to Advance Columbia-Class Submarine ProgramThe US Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $15.38-billion contract modification to support, sustain, and accelerate the Columbia-class submarine program. News-Übersicht

US opens funding tap to boost submarine manufacturingUS President Donald Trump is attempting to revitalise the country’s maritime industry, with a focus on submarine manufacturing. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy awards $15.4 billion contract modification to advance Columbia-class submarine program through 2035The United States Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $15.38 billion contract modification to support the Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine program. News-Übersicht

Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: Gastops and TKMS partner to establish in-service support centre of excellence in CanadaGastops and TKMS have signed a teaming agreement to support the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project through the creation of a new support capability in Canada. News-Übersicht

Swedish Defence Minister visits HMS Uppland in PolandSweden’s Minister for Defence Pål Jonson visited the Swedish submarine HMS Uppland in the Polish port of Gdynia during last week’s State Visit to Poland. News-Übersicht

U-Boot-Beschaffung in Peru: HDS-1500MGP aus SüdkoreaDie peruanische Kriegsmarine (MGP) forciert den Generationswechsel ihrer U-Boot-Flotte und beschafft neue Systeme des südkoreanischen Unternehmens Hyundai Heavy Industries. Bei der Entwicklung der Jagd-U-Boote der neuen Klasse HDS-1500MGP bietet sich auch für deutsche Zulieferer die Chance, kritische Subsysteme wie FüWES, Sonaranlagen und Antriebstechnik beizusteuern. News-Übersicht

Saab sets sights on LUUV sea trials in mid-2026 – Naval NewsA large uncrewed underwater vehicle (LUUV) demonstrator built by Saab for the Swedish FMV is on track to start sea trials News-Übersicht

Azhdar: Irans neue Unterwasserbedrohung für die US-MarineUnterwasserwaffensysteme aus chinesischer Produktion stellen eine ernsthafte Bedrohung für die Schiffe der US-Marine in der Nähe des Iran dar. News-Übersicht

US Navy, DIU Select Anduril for XL Autonomous Submarine ProgramThe US Navy and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) have chosen Anduril for its extra-large autonomous underwater vehicle (XL-AUV) program. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy selects Anduril’s Dive-XL for XL-AUV programThe Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and the U.S. Navy have selected Anduril to participate in the Combat Autonomous Maritime Platform Project (CAMP). News-Übersicht

US Defense Innovation Unit taps Anduril’s Dive-XL, drawing on success of RAN Ghost SharkThe US Navy has selected defence technology company Anduril Industries to help develop and demonstrate a new class of long-range autonomous underwater vehicles, highlighting the growing strategic importance of robotic systems operating beneath the waves. News-Übersicht

TKMS, VEM Technologies Partner to Produce Torpedoes in IndiaTKMS has signed a teaming agreement with VEM Technologies of India to jointly produce heavyweight torpedoes in the country. News-Übersicht

DIU and U.S. Navy select Anduril for XL-AUV program – Naval NewsThe Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) and the U.S. Navy have selected Anduril to address the persistent operational gap beneath the waves through participation in the Combat Autonomous Maritime Platform Project (CAMP) News-Übersicht

US Navy taps Anduril’s Dive-XL extra-large autonomous submarineAnduril will test its Dive-XL autonomous submarine for the US Navy under the CAMP program aimed at expanding autonomous maritime warfare. News-Übersicht

Royal Marine commandos deploy from a German submarine during NATO exercise in the Arctic – Navy LookoutWith no Royal Navy submarines available, elements from the Commando Force have rehearsed a covert Arctic reconnaissance mission. The marines were deployed from the German Type 212A submarine, U-35, during NATO exercise Cold Response…

Virginia-Class Submarine: The Workhorse Beneath the WavesPlunge head first into what makes Virginia-class submarine a US undersea power that blends stealth, firepower, and intelligence. News-Übersicht

Hanwha Teams With Canadian Firms, Universities for Next-Gen Patrol Submarine ProgramHanwha Ocean has signed five industry teaming agreements and three memoranda of understanding with Canadian companies and universities in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. News-Übersicht

US Navy conducts under-ice Arctic exercise with Royal Navy submariners embarked – Navy LookoutThe US Navy has begun Operation ICE CAMP Boarfish 2026, a three-week Arctic event focused on testing submarine operations beneath the polar ice cap. The operation, launched on 7 March, involves the attack submarines USS Delaware and…

Japan Commissions Fifth Taigei-class Submarine – Naval NewsThe Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has commissioned the fifth of its Taigei-class diesel-electric attack submarines (SSK), which feature improved detection capability and reduced detectability compared with earlier submarines. News-Übersicht

Inside Turkish hunter-killer sub TCG Birinci İnönü as its crew take on key Nato training roleThe crew live in tight quarters, share bunks and train to give Nato ships and aircraft a serious challenge News-Übersicht

TKMS, VEM Technologies Partner to Produce Torpedoes in IndiaTKMS has signed a teaming agreement with VEM Technologies of India to jointly produce heavyweight torpedoes in the country. News-Übersicht

AVATAAR Debuts as India’s First Drone Capable of Both Flying, Diving UnderwaterIndia is advancing its drone arsenal with a next-gen vehicle capable of operating in both air and underwater environments. News-Übersicht

Surprise, surprise: Albanese confirms ADF submariners training on US submarines were on US submarineThe Australian government has confirmed that three Australian personnel were embedded on a US submarine which torpedoed an Iranian military frigate in the Indian Ocean. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy launches Operation Ice Camp Boarfish in the Arctic Ocean with submarines USS Delaware and USS Santa FeThe U.S. Navy began Operation Ice Camp Boarfish in the Arctic Ocean on March 7, 2026, following the construction of a temporary ice camp and the arrival of two fast attack submarines….

Canadian Companies and Universities Join Hanwha Ocean’s Global Submarine Supply Chain – Naval NewsCanadian companies and universities from Ontario and Atlantic Canada are stepping into a global submarine supply chain following the signing of five industry Teaming Agreements and three university Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) announced today at an Ottawa…

Boeing Christens Second Extra-Large Orca Submarine Drone – Naval NewsThe second Orca Extra Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV) dubbed the XLE2 has been commissioned. News-Übersicht

HII Taps Nominal to Speed Testing and Data Analysis for Unmanned Maritime VehiclesHII partnered with Nominal to modernize how operational and manufacturing data are collected and analyzed for its REMUS and ROMULUS vehicles. News-Übersicht

Dynamic Manta: A close look at Nato’s premier anti-submarine exerciseTen allied nations including the UK took part, operating seamlessly across the air, surface and sub-surface domains News-Übersicht

Südkorea beschafft Atom-U-Boote in den USASüdkorea erhält mit US-Unterstützung Zugang zu nuklear angetriebenen, konventionell bewaffneten U-Booten und stärkt damit im Rahmen eines umfassenden Handels- und Sicherheitsabkommens seine maritime Abschreckungsfähigkeit im Indopazifik. News-Übersicht

HII and Nominal partner to modernise REMUS, ROMULUS data workflowsHII has entered into a partnership with engineering and test company Nominal to update how data is collected, validated, and analysed for its REMUS autonomous underwater vehicles (UUVs) and ROMULUS uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). News-Übersicht

Netherlands Selects French F21 Torpedo Instead of Mk48 for Orka SubsThe Royal Netherlands Navy will equip its future Orka-class submarine fleet with the French F21 Mk2 heavyweight torpedo. News-Übersicht

Iranian Warship Sunk in Indian Ocean by US Navy submarine, Over 80 Dead – Naval NewsSubmarine periscope footage released by the Department of War showed a torpedo striking beneath the stern of IRIS Dena, raising the vessel off the water. Sri Lanka’s Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra said 80 Iranian…

TKMS and CAE Sign Teaming Agreement to Support Canada’s Submarine ProgramThe Teaming Agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between TKMS and CAE in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP).The collaboration focuses on training, simulation, and… News-Übersicht

Dutch MoD Selects F21 MK2 torpedoes over MK48 for future submarines – Naval NewsThe Dutch Ministry of Defense announced it has selected the French F21 MK2 heavyweight torpedo for its future Orka-class submarines. The initial plan was to integrate the American MK48 which is currently used by the Royal Netherlands…

Italy’s DRASS will provide six new-generation compact submarines in addition to SDVs to Indonesia – Naval NewsItaly’s DRASS will provide six new-generation compact submarines in addition to SDVs to the Indonesian Navy. News-Übersicht

Iranian Warship Sunk in Indian Ocean by US Navy submarine, Over 80 Dead – Naval NewsSubmarine periscope footage released by the Department of War showed a torpedo striking beneath the stern of IRIS Dena, raising the vessel off the water. Sri Lanka’s Deputy Foreign Minister Arun Hemachandra said 80 Iranian…

U.S. Navy Submarine Engages Iranian Frigate in Indian Ocean with Torpedo Strike – DEFCROS NewsA U.S. submarine sunk an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean, marking the first torpedo attack on a surface ship since WWII. News-Übersicht

US submarine sinks Iranian ship in first torpedo kill since WWII, Pentagon confirmsA single Mk-48 torpedo achieved „immediate effect“ on an Iranian frigate, which was operating in the Indian Ocean, the Pentagon confirmed. News-Übersicht

Teledyne Marine, MSubs Eye UK Navy’s Maritime Autonomous Systems EffortsTeledyne Marine and MSubs have signed a memorandum of understanding to pursue joint autonomous system opportunities with the UK Royal Navy. News-Übersicht

TKMS Signs Two Agreements with Indigenous Partners to Support the Canadian Patrol Submarine ProjectBoth agreements establish a Pan-Canadian framework for Indigenous participation in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). The agreements bring together Indigenous partners throughout… News-Übersicht

Future French Ballistic Missile Submarines will be named Invincible-class – Naval NewsSpeaking from the Île Longue ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) base in Brittany, French president Emmanuel Macron revealed that the first of the next generation SSBNs will be known as „Invincible“. The announcement came as part of a highly anticipated…

Fincantieri Lays Keel of First Italian Navy U212 Near Future SubmarineFincantieri has laid the keel of the initial U212 Near Future Submarine for the Italian Navy at its facility in Muggiano, La Spezia. News-Übersicht

Fincantieri lays keel of first U212NFS Submarine – Naval NewsOn February 27, 2026, Fincantieri announced the keel-laying ceremony for the first next-generation U212NFS (Near Future Submarine) at Muggiano Shipyard in Italy. News-Übersicht

Erstes autonomes Unterwasserfahrzeug BlueWhale übergebenDie Deutsche Marine hat das erste unbemannte Aufklärungssystem BlueWhale von IAI und TKMS erhalten. News-Übersicht

Canadian Patrol Submarine Project: TKMS signs pan-Canadian indigenous agreements to support future capabilityGerman naval shipbuilder TKMS has signed two cooperation agreements with Indigenous partners across Canada in support of the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. News-Übersicht

Columbia-Class Submarine Construction Accelerates, According to Navy Official – DEFCROS NewsThe first Columbia-class submarine will be delivered in 2028, with full construction expected by 2031, amid progress challenges. News-Übersicht

Fincantieri holds keel-laying ceremony for first U212NFS submarine for Italian Navy at Muggiano shipyardFincantieri has held the keel-laying ceremony for the first next-generation U212NFS (Near Future Submarine) for the Italian Navy at its Muggiano shipyard. News-Übersicht

Canada Taps Safran for Victoria-class Submarine Modernization – Naval NewsOn February 26, 2026, Canada’s MoD announced that it awarded a contract to Safran Trusted 4D Canada Inc. to provide digital periscopes. News-Übersicht

South Korea is already preparing for nuclear-powered submarines – Naval NewsSouth Korea’s ambition for nuclear-powered submarines received a boost when President Donald Trump announced on 29 October 2025 that the US government had given a green light for Seoul to build such boats on American soil. News-Übersicht

Germany receives drone submarine from Israel for undersea warfareIsraeli firm delivers BlueWhale autonomous submarine to Germany after Baltic Sea trials, advancing unmanned undersea operations. News-Übersicht

Canada awards $118 million contract to Safran for digital periscopes in Victoria-class submarine upgradeCanada’s Department of National Defence has awarded a $118 million contract to Safran Trusted 4D Canada Inc. to supply digital periscopes for the Royal Canadian Navy’s Victoria-class submarines. News-Übersicht

Virginia-class submarine USS North Dakota undocks after major maintenance and modernization at Portsmouth Naval ShipyardVirginia-class attack submarine USS North Dakota (SSN 784) was safely undocked on Feb. 26, marking a key milestone in its maintenance and modernization availability. News-Übersicht

Israel Launches Inaugural Autonomous Submarine Transfer to Germany – DEFCROS NewsIsrael Aerospace Industries delivered a BlueWhale autonomous submarine to Germany, enhancing defense collaboration and maritime capabilities. News-Übersicht

Autonomous underwater vehicle BlueWhale handed over to German Navy: Delivery by TKMS and Israel Aerospace Industries as part of the “Kurs Marine 2035+” programBlueWhale is designed to support the German Navy in unmanned submarine defense, anti-submarine warfare and covert maritime missions.The autonomous underwater vehicle combines reconnaissance, sensor… News-Übersicht

Naval Group Begins Sea Trials of 4th French Navy Barracuda SubmarineNaval Group has begun the initial sea trials of the French Navy’s fourth Barracuda-class nuclear-powered attack submarine. News-Übersicht

Germany Takes Delivery of Israeli-Made Underwater DroneThe German navy on Wednesday said it had taken delivery of an Israeli-made Blue Whale underwater drone intended for reconnaissance and detecting „hybrid threats at sea.“ News-Übersicht

French Navy’s fourth Barracuda-class submarine begins sea trialThe French Navy’s fourth of six Barracuda-class nuclear attack submarines, SSN De Grasse, has conducted its initial sea trials. News-Übersicht

IAI and TKMS deliver BlueWhale Large AUV to German Navy – Naval NewsTKMS and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) announced the delivery of the BlueWhale large autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) to the German Navy. News-Übersicht

DRASS Delivers Two Swimmer Delivery Vehicles to Indonesia – Naval NewsItalian underwater defence specialist DRASS has delivered two Swimmer Delivery Vehicles (SDVs) to the Indonesian Ministry of Defence as part of a broader effort to enhance the Indonesian Navy’s underwater capabilities. News-Übersicht

South Korea Rallies National Push to Support Canada’s Submarine Project – Naval NewsSouth Korea has mobilized a coordinated whole-of-government and whole-of-industry effort to support its participation in the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP), reinforcing its firm commitment to a long-term defence and industrial partnership with Canada. News-Übersicht

France trials nuclear-powered attack submarine to modernize fleetFrance begins sea trials of nuclear-powered attack submarine De Grasse, advancing Barracuda fleet renewal program. News-Übersicht

UK-U-Boot im AUKUS-Rahmen in AustralienDas britische Atom-U-Boot „HMS Aston“ ist im Rahmen des AUKUS-Bündnisses in Westaustralien eingelaufen, wo erstmals australisches Personal an Wartungsarbeiten mitwirkt, während Großbritannien Milliarden in die Produktion neuer SSN-AUKUS-Jagd-U-Boote investiert. News-Übersicht

Israel delivers first autonomous submarine to GermanyThe large drones are part of a broader German Navy effort to integrate unmanned technologies into the fleet. News-Übersicht

France Begins Sea Trials of Fourth Barracuda Nuclear Attack SubmarineSea trials to continue in English Channel, Atlantic Ocean ahead of planned 2026 delivery to French Navy News-Übersicht

Naval Group begins first sea trials of SSN De Grasse, advancing France’s Barracuda submarine programmeOn February 24, SSN De Grasse, the fourth Barracuda-class nuclear attack submarine built by Naval Group, carried out its first sea trial. News-Übersicht

Australia announces $218m for nuclear‑powered submarines partsAustralia has moved to procure long lead items from the UK to aid the development of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines. News-Übersicht

France’s 4th Barracuda Type Submarine Begins Alpha Trials – Naval NewsThe fourth Barracuda type nuclear-powered attack submarine (SSN) for the French Navy (Marine Nationale) started its initial sea trials. News-Übersicht