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…
The first Type 054B next generation frigate for the Chinese Navy has started trials in Shanghai. Second hull to follow in near future.
More amphibious assault capacity, new frigates and aircraft carrier Fujian preparing for first sea trial this year.
Territorial tensions in the South China Sea, Taiwan Strait and East China Sea may occupy headlines, but China has maritime aspirations that extend well beyond those areas.
A stealthy new warship design has emerged at a Chinese shipyard responsible for the construction of corvettes for the Chinese Navy (PLAN).
New evidence shows that a large dry dock is now under construction in Cambodia. As the war in Ukraine shows, these facilities are strategically important.
The Chinese Navy (PLA Navy) continues to grow in size and capabilities, according to the latest Pentagon report on China’s military.
China has invested heavily to improve the capability of the PLAN. However, it is forced to rely on commercial shipping for any major amphibious operation…
The lead ship of a new type of frigate for the Chinese Navy (PLAN), designated Type 054B, has been launched in Shanghai on August 26, 2023.
Production of the Type 054B next generation frigate for the Chinese Navy (PLAN) is now well underway at two different shipyards…
