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New Offshore Patrol Vessel launched for China Coast Guard
New OPV may be first in a new series of smaller blue water-capable designs for Chinese Coast Guard. Vessel features modern radar and large calibre
3 May 2025
New OPV may be first in a new series of smaller blue water-capable designs for Chinese Coast Guard. Vessel features modern radar and large calibre
New destroyer becomes by far the largest surface combatant in North Korean fleet. However, while a second hull appears to be under construction, most technical
Naval News provides an overview of a new set of Chinese amphibious bridging designs with ominous significance for a notional PLA-invasion of Taiwan. Satellite and
The Australian debate on considering alternatives to AUKUS regains traction. Naval News looks at perceived options for a “Plan B” and offers an assessment on
Since at least 11 February, Australia and New Zealand have been tracking a group of PLAN warships…
Effort to acquire eight P-8A for German naval aviation more or less on schedule, while questions over MAWS linger on. The first of eight P-8A
The Chinese Navy today commissioned the first Type 054B new generation frigate in Qingdao. The second ship will likely follow soon.
Naval News explores submarines, auxiliaries and experimental efforts in this second part of a review of Chinese naval developments in 2024.
Naval News reviews notable developments for Chinese naval modernization in 2024. Part 1 focuses on major programs for carriers and escorts.
Update 30/12/24: Hudong has floated out PLANS 51 “Sichuan” yesterday, December 29. Tugs have moved the new carrier to the fitting out-basin also housing the
