Category: Naval Warfare

China's Type 055 Destroyers Hull 109 and 110 Make Official Debut
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China’s Type 055 Destroyers Hull 109 and 110 Make Official Debut

The PLA Navy quietly crossed a significant milestone last weekend. Two brand-new warships Hull 109 Dongguan and Hull 110 Anqing appeared on Chinese state television for the first time on March 8, 2026, pushing the total count of China’s most capable surface combatants to ten. The footage aired on CCTV’s flagship news broadcast, Xinwen Lianbo, showing both vessels conducting joint training exercises at sea alongside other warships. It was the first time either ship had been confirmed publicly. From Eight

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Germany Approves MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drone Acquisition
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Germany Approves MQ-9B SeaGuardian Drone Acquisition

Germany has agreed to procure eight MQ-9B Sea Guardian remotely piloted aircraft through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), expanding the alliance’s growing fleet of long-endurance unmanned systems capable of sustained maritime surveillance operations. The acquisition, officially announced on January 12, covers eight aircraft and four certifiable ground control stations, with first deliveries expected in 2028. The programme is being executed by NSPA on behalf of Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support, utilizing established

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EXERCISE BARRACUDA AND PAKISTAN’S READINESS FOR MARINE POLLUTION RESPONSE
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EXERCISE BARRACUDA AND PAKISTAN’S READINESS FOR MARINE POLLUTION RESPONSE

Very recently, Exercise BARRACUDA-XIII was undertaken by Pakistan from 9 to 11 December 2025 along the coast of Arabian Sea to test preparedness against oil pollution incidents at sea. Led by the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA), the exercise represented a coordinated national effort involving Pakistan Navy (PN), port authorities, oil terminal operators, civil administration, and private industry; thus, highlighting the multi-stakeholder nature of any effective oil spill response. The origins of this exercise can be traced back to 2003,

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Pakistan Navy Inducts PNS Khaibar, Second MILGEM-Class Corvette
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Pakistan Navy Inducts PNS Khaibar, Second MILGEM-Class Corvette

The Pakistan Navy achieved a significant milestone with the commissioning of its second MILGEM-class ship, PNS Khaibar, during an official ceremony held at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard in Turkiye. This prestigious event underscores the deepening defense cooperation between Pakistan and Turkiye, two nations bound by historical ties and shared strategic interests. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan graced the occasion as chief guest, while Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf represented Pakistan, highlighting the importance both nations attach to

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China Begins Construction of First Nuclear Aircraft Carrier
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China Begins Construction of First Nuclear Aircraft Carrier

China has embarked on constructing its first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, marking a transformative leap in the People’s Liberation Army Navy’s (PLAN) capabilities. Satellite imagery and leaked photographs from 2025 reveal intensive construction activity at the Dalian Shipyard, where large hull sections and reactor-related modules have been identified. These distinctive features set the Type 004 apart from China’s three conventionally powered carriers Liaoning, Shandong, and Fujian signaling a fundamental shift in naval propulsion strategy. The development builds upon earlier disclosures from

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Pakistan Navy Launches 4th Hangor-Class Submarine in China
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Pakistan Navy Launches 4th Hangor-Class Submarine in China

Pakistan Navy has achieved a significant milestone in its naval modernization program with the successful launching of GHAZI, the fourth Hangor class submarine, at Wuchang Shipbuilding Industry Group Company Ltd’s Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China. This development marks a crucial step forward in Pakistan’s strategic defense capabilities and reinforces the growing defense partnership between Pakistan and China. Progress on Submarine Acquisition Program The launching of GHAZI represents remarkable progress in Pakistan Navy’s submarine fleet expansion. With this fourth vessel now

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