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In the era of Great Power competition, state-of-the-art technologies are needed

In the era of Great Power competition, state-of-the-art technologies are needed
In the era of Great Power competition, state-of-the-art technologies are needed

Responsible powers need the newest and best tools in order to assure their own security, their international commitments and to preserve the allies’ goal for peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond.

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IDEX underscores US-UAE relationship, importance of UAS

IDEX underscores US-UAE relationship, importance of UAS
IDEX underscores US-UAE relationship, importance of UAS

Dave Alexander, president of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), the San Diego-based global leader in remotely piloted aircraft, underscores the importance of the security relationship between the United States and the United Arab Emirates.

Known for LCS, Alabama-based Austal USA starts submarine work

Known for LCS, Alabama-based Austal USA starts submarine work
Known for LCS, Alabama-based Austal USA starts submarine work

To fill in gaps in a burdened industrial base, Austal will build two modules destined for both the Virginia and Columbia-class submarines.

Anduril bets it can build 3 large autonomous subs for Aussies in 3 years

Anduril bets it can build 3 large autonomous subs for Aussies in 3 years
Anduril bets it can build 3 large autonomous subs for Aussies in 3 years

The sub will be both an important source of intelligence and targeting information and may have torpedo tubes and boast other weapons, but those details are still being hammered out.

Despite problems during Ukraine invasion, do not underestimate Russia’s subs: Del Toro

Despite problems during Ukraine invasion, do not underestimate Russia’s subs: Del Toro
Despite problems during Ukraine invasion, do not underestimate Russia’s subs: Del Toro

The early, poor performance of Russia’s ground forces stunned many, but Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro advised caution in assuming Russia’s navy, especially its subs, were not formidable.

Navy assessing LA sub fleet for possible life extensions

Navy assessing LA sub fleet for possible life extensions
Navy assessing LA sub fleet for possible life extensions

The fact the Navy can extend some of its submarine fleet’s life by several years is likely due in part to the time some of those boats have sat in docks awaiting maintenance.

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The Navy Electrifies In A Transition As Monumental As Sail To Steam

The Navy Electrifies In A Transition As Monumental As Sail To Steam
The Navy Electrifies In A Transition As Monumental As Sail To Steam

Power and energy are becoming mission enablers to support the increasing electric-load demands of modern combatant ships, especially in the areas of advanced radar and other electronic systems, as well as directed energy weapons.

What AUKUS Means For Australia: More Than Nuclear Subs

What AUKUS Means For Australia: More Than Nuclear Subs
What AUKUS Means For Australia: More Than Nuclear Subs

When the United States, United Kingdom and Australia announced their new AUKUS agreement, the major focus was on the path for Australia to acquire nuclear-powered submarines for the first time. But that headline aside, there is much more to the agreement, which could represent a major shift  in Indo-Pacific strategic and military relations for the…

Navy Reorganizing Submarine Acquisition Offices To Prepare For Columbia

Navy Reorganizing Submarine Acquisition Offices To Prepare For Columbia
Navy Reorganizing Submarine Acquisition Offices To Prepare For Columbia

A memo obtained by Breaking Defense outlines the three new program executive offices that will now make up the Navy’s submarine acquisition directorate.

New Australia Nuclear Sub Deal Brings Big Questions, Hard Road Ahead

New Australia Nuclear Sub Deal Brings Big Questions, Hard Road Ahead
New Australia Nuclear Sub Deal Brings Big Questions, Hard Road Ahead

Analysts say the trilateral defense pact could set precedents and become a 20-year endeavor for the countries involved.

Norway, Germany Team Up On Submarine, Missile Buy

Norway, Germany Team Up On Submarine, Missile Buy
Norway, Germany Team Up On Submarine, Missile Buy

The deal for six submarines and future Naval Strike Missiles is part of a long-term cooperation agreement the two countries signed in 2017.

Key Dems Question Biden Defense Budget; Ship Fight Likely

Key Dems Question Biden Defense Budget; Ship Fight Likely
Key Dems Question Biden Defense Budget; Ship Fight Likely

“The President’s Defense Budget Request is an outline and a starting point,” emphasizes Sen. Jack Reed, chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee.

New Navy Command To Oversee Unmanned Ships As They Work With Fleet

New Navy Command To Oversee Unmanned Ships As They Work With Fleet
New Navy Command To Oversee Unmanned Ships As They Work With Fleet

The Navy is standing up its first operational unmanned ship command, a big moment in the Pentagon’s move toward autonomy

CNO: Shipbuilding Mistakes Could Mean ‘We May Not Be Able To Recover In This Century’

CNO: Shipbuilding Mistakes Could Mean ‘We May Not Be Able To Recover In This Century’
CNO: Shipbuilding Mistakes Could Mean ‘We May Not Be Able To Recover In This Century’

“I don’t mean to be dramatic,” said Navy CNO Adm. Mike Gilday, “but I feel like if the Navy loses its head, if we go off course and we take our eyes off those things we need to focus on, I think we may not be able to recover in this century.”