In late 2024, the U.S. Navy tested its HELIOS weapon system against a threat-representative cruise missile. This test, performed with USS Preble (DDG 88)…
Rheinmetall and MBDA Deutschland have decided to continue their successful cooperation in the field of laser weapons.
The Chinese Navy (PLAN) has modified a Type 071 amphibious transport dock (LPD) in order to install what appears to be a laser-based direct energy
The UK Royal Navy is to begin fielding the DragonFire laser directed energy weapon systems from 2027 under an accelerated rollout plan announced on 12 April.
This year and the following year will mark a crucial moment for the US Navy’s Direct Energy Weapon plans as HELCAP wraps up testing…
Following successful trials, the UK DragonFire team has commenced engineering development efforts intended to…
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…
At-sea tests of a laser weapon demonstrator (LWD) was successfully completed following its integration on German Navy frigate “SACHSEN” in June 2022.
Acquisition of a maritime laser weapon system is one of three priority areas identified by the UK MoD as part of the ‘Transition Phase’ programme.
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd. is participating in the International Maritime Defense Exhibition in Singapore from May 3-5 and showcasing unique defense solutions, some for the first time.
