Lockheed Martin has unveiled the Lamprey, a cutting-edge unmanned underwater vehicle designed for covert surveillance and sea denial operations. Showcased for the first time at WEST 2026, the multi-mission drone represents a significant leap forward in autonomous maritime warfare capabilities. Named After Nature’s Most Tenacious Predator The Lamprey drone takes its name from the parasitic […]
Raytheon has achieved a significant production milestone with the delivery of the 500th Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile (ESSM) Block 2, while preparing to nearly double manufacturing output by mid-2026 to meet surging global demand for advanced naval air defense systems. The ESSM Block 2 missile provides critical surface-to-air defense capabilities against diverse aerial and surface […]
The US Navy has awarded Raytheon a significant $205 million contract for the continued production and support of the Phalanx Close-In Weapon System, reinforcing the critical importance of this last-line defense system. The Raytheon Phalanx contract represents a substantial investment in maintaining and upgrading one of the Navy’s most essential point-defense technologies, ensuring continued protection […]
Boeing has been quietly developing groundbreaking self-piloting submarines that represent a significant advancement in autonomous underwater technology. These innovative self-piloting submarines utilize cutting-edge artificial intelligence and advanced engineering to operate independently in challenging maritime environments, marking Boeing’s strategic expansion beyond aerospace into underwater vehicle systems that could revolutionize both military and civilian marine operations. Boeing’s […]
The US Navy Arleigh Burke destroyer program continues its impressive expansion as General Dynamics Bath Iron Works secures a significant new construction contract for DDG-148, marking another milestone in America’s naval modernization efforts. This latest US Navy Arleigh Burke destroyer order brings the total procurement number to more than 90 vessels, reinforcing the platform’s position […]
The United States Navy has officially commenced a critical life extension program for its aging T-45 Goshawk trainer aircraft fleet, marking a significant milestone in naval aviation training capabilities. The US Navy Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE) has initiated this comprehensive program with the first two T-45 aircraft entering the extension process, representing a strategic […]
