Japan is Looking for a New Class of FFM Frigates
The JMSDF is seeking a new variant of multi-mission stealth frigates for fiscal year 2024 and beyond. The project is officially called “new-class FFM”.
17 May 2023
The JMSDF is seeking a new variant of multi-mission stealth frigates for fiscal year 2024 and beyond. The project is officially called “new-class FFM”.
25 Apr 2023
JMSDF Izumo-class helicopter carrier JS Kaga has left its dock for the first time after modifications to operate F-35B fighter jets.
30 Mar 2023
According to Japan's ATLA a launch test of a new SAM system was conducted from Experimental Ship JS Asuka (ASE-6102) in December 2022.
29 Mar 2023
Japan's ATLA (Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency) showcased for the first time the design of its XLUUV at the DSEI Japan defense show.
20 Mar 2023
The Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) commissioned the submarine "Hakugei" 「はくげい」(SS- 514) during a ceremony at Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) in Kobe.
07 Mar 2023
‘Mikuma’ (みくま), the fourth Mogami-class FFM, was officially commissioned with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).
13 Feb 2023
Raytheon was awarded a FMS contract to deliver JPALS, to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force by the U.S. Navy.
03 Jan 2023
On December 16, 2022, the Japanese government approved three security-related documents, including a new national security strategy.
28 Dec 2022
Modification work to turn Japan's JS Kaga "helicopter destroyer" into a F-35B aircraft carrier are nearing completion at a dock in Kure City.
25 Dec 2022
On December 23, the Japanese MoD released its budget request for FY2023 in which we can learn further details about Japan's future ballistic missile defense (BMD) destroyers, also known as ASEV (Aegis system-equipped vessels).