Chinese Naval Developments 2024 In Review – Part 1: Major Programs
Naval News reviews notable developments for Chinese naval modernization in 2024. Part 1 focuses on major programs for carriers and escorts.
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China Names Type 076 Amphibious Catapult Carrier “Sichuan” At Launch Ceremony In Shanghai
Update 30/12/24: Hudong has floated out PLANS 51 “Sichuan” yesterday, December 29. Tugs have moved ...
China Shows Off Elaborate First Dual Aircraft Carrier Photo Op
China conducts the first dual carrier op with both operational aircraft carriers Liaoning and Shandong in the South China Sea.
Chinese Type 09IIIB nuclear powered attack submarine surfaces in clearest image yet
The newest Chinese nuclear powered attack submarine, dubbed Type 09IIIB, has appeared in the best quality image yet shared on social media.
Chinese Navy Testing Laser Turret On Type 071 LPD
The Chinese Navy (PLAN) has modified a Type 071 amphibious transport dock (LPD) in order ...
China Launches Improved Type 054AG Frigate, More Hulls Coming
China's Huangpu Shipyard has launched the first improved Type 054AG frigate for the Chinese Navy. Type features larger flightdeck and new main gun.
Chinese Type 076 Amphibious Carrier Takes Shape In Shanghai, Drone Capabilities Emerge
The Type 076 Amphibious Carrier takes shape at Hudong, revealing catapult capability and fixed wing combat drones tested for the ship.
China launches 10th Type 055 Vessel, Increases Production At Dagushan
Dalian Shipbuilding has launched a new Type 055 large destroyer and is ramping up production at its second facility.
Chinese Experimental Corvette Starts Sea Trials
An intriguing new Chinese surface combatant spotted first in clear imagery in November last year ...
China’s PLAN exercises with YJ-62 anti-ship missile
The Chinese Navy’s North Sea Fleet has deployed land-based YJ-62 anti-ship cruise missiles in a coastal city in Shandong province. The move is likely a first and has implications for the strategic Yellow Sea...