Chinese Naval Modernization In 2023 Reviewed
More amphibious assault capacity, new frigates and aircraft carrier Fujian preparing for first sea trial this year.
More amphibious assault capacity, new frigates and aircraft carrier Fujian preparing for first sea trial this year.
The German MCM replacement has failed over cost and capability concerns. A life extension of the existing fleet is to follow.
At Indopacific 2023, Australian shipbuilder Austal unveiled the “MANTA” drone mothership and multirole catamaran.
Chinese carrier Fujian (Type 003) has started catapult testing. Trial of innovative electromagnetic catapults is an important step towards sea trial.
A stealthy new warship design has emerged at a Chinese shipyard responsible for the construction of corvettes for the Chinese Navy (PLAN).
Germany is buying three more Poseidon aircraft for its MPA fleet. Increased fleet will likely impact pledge to pursue capability with France.
New Cape-class patrol boat variant shown with NSM Anti-ship missiles, autocannon, improved self-defence measures to satisfy Tier 2-requirement for Royal Australian Navy.
Australian company Electro Optical Systems (EOS) at this year’s Indopacific International Maritime Exposition has for the first time shown their new counterdrone softkill solution…
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries was showcasing the New FFM concept, an Air warfare frigate for Japan. Twelve hulls to be constructed between 2027 and 2036.
Rheinmetall’s Mine Rail Deployment System (MRDS) is platform-agnostic and can be containerised.