Naval Systems
US Navy Awards BAE Systems $85 Mn Contract for NTCDL Systems
In 2024, the U.S. Navy awarded BAE Systems an $85 million production contract to deliver additional Network Tactical Common Data Link (NTCDL) systems. NTCDL will enable a real-time exchange of voice, data, imagery, and full-motion
Indian Navy Displays Maritime Might at Visakhapatnam Event
The Indian Navy recently concluded a spectacular Operational Demonstration (Op Demo) at the iconic Ramakrishna Beach in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on January 4, 2025. This impressive event showcased the Navy’s operational prowess and cutting-edge capabilities,
Indian Navy to Commission Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer
15 January 25 is set to become a landmark day in India’s history as the Indian Navy prepares to commission three frontline combatants – Nilgiri, the lead ship of the Project 17A stealth frigate class; Surat, the fourth and
Inaugural Indian Navy Half Marathon to Be Held in New Delhi
The inaugural edition of the Indian Navy Half Marathon (INHM) is scheduled to take place on 02 Feb 25 in New Delhi. This event is expected to attract participants from across the country competing in three race
Keel Laying Ceremony of Third Cadet Training Ship Held at L&T Shipyard
Keel laying ceremony of the third Cadet Training Ship, Yard 18005, was held at M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, on 30 Dec 24. The ceremony was presided by RAdm Ravi Kumar Dhingra, Flag Officer Tamil Nadu and
Saab to Upgrade Sweden’s Coastal Anti-Ship Missile Capability
Saab has signed a contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration regarding the modernisation of Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capability. The total order value is SEK 800 million and deliveries will begin in 2026. The
Keel Laying of Sixth ASW SWC Ship Conducted in Kochi
Keel Laying of the sixth ship (BY 528, Magdala) of the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) project was undertaken in presence of RAdm Satish Shenai, CSO (Training), Southern Naval Command on 17 December. Senior officials of the
INS Nirdeshak Commissioned: A Milestone in India’s Indigenous Shipbuilding
In a proud moment for India’s maritime capabilities, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Nirdeshak, a Survey Vessel Large (SVL), on December 18 at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. The event was marked by the ceremonial
Israel MOD Acquires 5 Advanced ‘Reshef’ Missile Ships
The Israel Ministry of Defence (IMOD) has officially approved the procurement of five advanced “Reshef” missile ships from Israel Shipyards, in a deal valued at approximately $780 million (NIS 2.8 billion). The approval, given by
INS Tushil: A Symbol of Strength, Collaboration, and Maritime Security,” says Rajnath Singh
INS Tushil (F 70), the latest multi-role stealth-guided missile frigate, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Defence minister Rajnath Singh at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia on December 09. The
