Fincantieri Acquires Leonardo's Armaments Business
company WASS Submarine Systems.The transaction reinforces Fincantieri Group's strategy focused on growth in the naval defence business and the development of the underwater domain.With this acquisition Fincantieri integrates unique expertise in underwater acoustic technologies and advanced weapons systems that open new prospects for growth in the military and civilian sectors, with a focus on critical infrastructure security.As foreseen by the preliminary agreement signed with Leonardo on May 9, 2024, Fincantieri paid 287 million euros ($296 million), representing the fixed component of the acquisitio
Germany, Eight Other Baltic Sea Nations Seek to Jointly Buy Naval Mines
would lower costs and enable shared logistics and maintenance."We'll save money and help us to be more effective. And on top of that we are contributing to meeting the NATO capability targets in the area of battle-decisive ammunition and reducing the level of fragmentation of our European weapons systems."(Reuters - Reporting by Sabine Siebold; Editing by Emelia Sithole-Matarise
Metal Shark Debuts Prowler Autonomous Vessel and Frenzy Micro-USV
when the vessel is static. In loitering mode, Prowler’s decks are near the waterline, with only the vessel’s arch-style communications mast visible above the water. Semi-submersion reduces Prowler’s operational profile while also improving stability for sensors, surveillance and weapons systems.Prowler’s mast carries an array of communications equipment and a situational awareness ensemble for autonomous or remote operation, and can be equipped with port and starboard launch tubes for the deployment of loitering smart drones or other weapons. The mast also serves as the air intake
Taiwan Expects to Deploy Two New Submarines by 2027
China's frequent military harassment, including close approaches to Taiwan's territorial waters and airspace, has prompted Taiwan and the United States to rethink the island's "asymmetrical" strategy of making its forces more mobile and harder to attack, with a focus on smaller weapons systems."The American thinking is changing gradually. They realised that you can't withstand (the harassment) without bigger boats," Huang said, pointing to the navy's plan to build a new generation of bigger frigates."They are getting closer and closer," he added, referring
Uncrewed Boats Are Changing the Way Wars Are Fought at Sea
; away from human oversight or control. Further, the UK’s commitment to the ethical and legal use of autonomous systems does in no way guarantee that rivals, enemies, or even allies, will show the same restraint – especially in times of war.The international debate over lethal autonomous weapons systems (LAWS) and calls for a convention to ban them are relevant in this context. An issue of this importance needs to be subject to a public debate and parliament, as a representative of the people, needs to determine their legality and use.The authorAdam James Fenton, Associate Professor (Research)
Maritime Gunships: Kraken Partners with MSI-Defence Systems
," Kraken Technology Group said. Mal Crease, Founder and CEO of Kraken Technology Group, commented: “We look forward to working with MSI-Defence Systems to equip the KRAKEN with their range of advance weapon systems. MSI-DS is well recognised for developing, delivering and supporting weapons systems with outstanding performance and precision. This partnership will deliver key aspects of the KRAKEN’s specific precision engagement requirements, which features 5 different types of inbuilt weapons systems covering air, surface and sub-surface.”John Meldrum, Managing Director at
NUWC Newport Names Chhim Head of the Undersea Warfare Combat Systems
the Naval Sea Systems Command, which engineers, builds and supports America’s fleet of ships and combat systems. NUWC Newport provides research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, undersea offensive and defensive weapons systems, and countermeasures associated with undersea warfare.NUWC Newport is the oldest warfare center in the country, tracing its heritage to the Naval Torpedo Station established on Goat Island in Newport Harbor in 1869. Commanded by Capt. Chad Hennings, NUWC Newport maintains major detachments in
TE Connectivity Expands Offers New CII FCC-325 Relay
supporting harsh inductive, motor and lamp load applications within the military and commercial aerospace, defense, and marine markets.TE's FCC-325 relay is designed as a non-latching, hermetically sealed relay intended for 25 Amp resistive loads. From launch systems, to navigation systems, and weapons systems as well as naval equipment, TE’s relay can easily integrate with existing computing systems
NUWC Division Newport Names Chhim Director of Cybersecurity for Undersea Warfare
the Naval Sea Systems Command, which engineers, builds and supports America’s fleet of ships and combat systems. NUWC Newport provides research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, undersea offensive and defensive weapons systems, and countermeasures associated with undersea warfare.NUWC Newport is the oldest warfare center in the country, tracing its heritage to the Naval Torpedo Station established on Goat Island in Newport Harbor in 1869. Commanded by Capt. Chad Hennings, NUWC Newport maintains major detachments in
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