MBDA pushes new deep-strike missile in time for Europe to arm up
The envisioned weapon comes as European nations look to boost their deterrence posture vis-à-vis Russia.
Fincantieri tweaks PPA patrol vessel design to carry more missiles
The ships’ new “EVO” variant, which the Italian Navy may order next year, will get some extra combat punch with additional launchers.
Europeans start work on next-generation combat ship for the 2040s
Based on feedback from European Union member states, the requirement could be for a vessel with a displacement of 8,000 metric tons or more.
French, UK naval chiefs urge dramatic changes in warship design
“If you stay with your old doctrine, you will be dead very rapidly,” said French Navy Chief of Staff Adm. Nicolas Vaujour.
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France looks to boost export financing to help mid-sized defense firms
French public investment bank Bpifrance wants to increase the amount of export financing it can provide to small and medium-sized defense firms.
Euronaval trade show spurs new business for French naval companies
The opening day of the Paris show, organized here from Nov. 4-7, was fruitful for the French naval industry with the announcement of several contracts.
MBDA unveils submarine-launched Exocet missile to strike naval vessels
The manufacturer promises the ability for submarines to target surface warships from a safe distance.
Are torpedo-killing torpedoes ready for prime time?
Companies promise new technology to take out the stealthy ship killers.
Four Pacific powers conduct ‘Malabar’ naval war games to deter China
The drill could have substantive geopolitical implications not only in the current China-India standoff but also in the larger Indo-Pacific context where China is flexing its muscle.
Italy plans new destroyers for 2028 delivery
Fresh from a burst of shipbuilding spurred by the retirement of old vessels, the Italian Navy is now back at the drawing board to design what it considers the cornerstone of its fleet — new destroyers.
By Tom Kington
Naval Group keeps its head down during the pandemic
The economic turmoil of the global coronavirus crisis so far has left the shipbuilder unscathed.
French warships to get new drone swarm-killing gun derived from land weapons
France’s future navy surface ships will be protected from swarm attacks by the RAPIDFire very short range weapon system developed by a Thales and Nexter consortium.
By Christina Mackenzie
Rafael pitches naval capabilities to counter ‘asymmetric power projection’
The Israeli company is making its pitch to navies during the European maritime trade show, which is being held virtually this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Naval Group will repair French ‘Perle’ nuclear sub damaged by fire
There had been some doubts as to whether the submarine could be repaired given the extent of the damage.
By Christina Mackenzie
Elta Systems, Hensoldt partner on system to consolidate submarine capabilities
The ICS system combines optics, radar warning, and monitoring of GPS and communications with other vessels and units.
Britain leaves the door open to foreign yards in $2B supply-ship buy
Unions have been demanding that building the ships, known as Fleet Solid Support vessels, should be an entirely British affair.
Italy’s Navy-Air Force tussle over the F-35 comes to a head
Deadlines approach for deciding which service will get the next aircraft to roll off the production line, and where it will be based.
By Tom Kington
