First Command Variant for ACV program delivered to USMC for testing
BAE Systems has handed over the first of a new variant of the Amphibious Combat Vehicle to the U.S. Marine Corps for testing.
Tag Archives : Amphibious Warfare
Australia launches US$620 million amphibious capabilities replacement program
The Australian government will invest up to AUS$800 million (US$620 million) to acquire new fleets of Australian-built amphibious vehicles and landing craft that will be able to transport land forces with enhanced speed and protection.
China Launches 3rd Type 075 LHD For The PLAN
China's third amphibious assault ship, a Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) known as Type 075, was launched in Shanghai today for the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN or Chinese Navy).
China’s Third Type 075 LHD Taking Shape in Shanghai
Photos by Chinese ship spotters show that China's third amphibious assault ship, a Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) known as Type 075, is at an advanced stage of construction and will be ready for launch in early 2021.
Russian Navy Commissions Second Project 11711 LST ‘Petr Morgunov’
The Russian Navy (VMF) has commissioned its second Project 11711 landing ship tank (LST - NATO reporting name: Ivan Gren-class) ‘Pyotr Morgunov’ built at the Yantar Shipyard (a subsidiary of United Shipbuilding Corporation).
China’s Second Type 075 Landing Helicopter Dock Started Sea Trials
Photos by Chinese ship potters show that China's second amphibious assault ship, a Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) known as Type 075 has started sea trials...
Japan, USA and France set for Combined Amphibious Exercise
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), the U.S. Navy, and the French Navy (Marine Nationale) will take part in combined amphibious drills in Japan's remote Islands in May 2021.
USMC Receives First ACVs for Service as BAE Systems Designs More Variants
BAE Systems has delivered the first 8x8 wheeled Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACV) to the United States Marine Corps’ 1st Marine Division at Marine Corps Base, Camp Pendleton, California in early November.
Russia’s Zubr-class LCAC Practice Amphibious Assault in Baltic Sea
The Baltic Fleet’s Zubr-class LCAC have practiced amphibious landing during a planned exercise in the Kaliningrad Region...
CNIM unveils more powerful and up-armored LCAT Mk2 landing craft
Amphibious warfare is evolving towards more contested environment and so are the platforms...