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USS Massachusetts handed over to US NavyHII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division (NNS) has delivered the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) to the US Navy. News-Übersicht

U.S. Navy receives future USS Massachusetts, strengthening Virginia-class submarine fleet edgeThe U.S. Navy accepted delivery of the future USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) on 21 November from HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia. News-Übersicht

QinetiQ and Forcys Strengthen Australia’s Autonomous Maritime SystemsQinetiQ and Forcys have joined forces to enhance Australia’s maritime safety by improving the testing of undersea and autonomous systems. News-Übersicht

Navantia: second S-80 submarine enters the water in Cartagena and moves toward testing phaseThe S-82 “Narciso Monturiol”, the second submarine of the S-80 class, is now afloat at Navantia’s Cartagena shipyard as it moves into the final stages of construction and commissioning. News-Übersicht

Nordkorea kritisiert Atom-U-Boot-Abkommen zwischen Südkorea und USA scharfNordkorea hat das Abkommen zwischen Südkorea und den USA über den Bau von Atom-U-Booten als gefährlichen Schritt kritisiert. Südkorea betont, dass keine Atomwaffen-U-Boote gebaut werden sollen und dass das Ziel nur die Verbesserung der Überwachungsfähigkeit sei. News-Übersicht

General Dynamics Wins $2.28B Deal to Accelerate Production of Next Columbia SubmarinesThe US has awarded General Dynamics a $2.28-billion contract to advance procurement and construction of five Columbia-class submarines. News-Übersicht

Navantia launches second S-80 class submarine – Naval NewsOn November 17, 2025, Navantia announced the floating of the S-82 Narciso Monturiol, the second submarine of the S-80 class. News-Übersicht

india-underwater-threat-huntersIndia’s DRDO has been testing a prototype of its High Endurance Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (HEAUV) for over a year. News-Übersicht

Navantia: second S-80 submarine enters the water in Cartagena and moves toward testing phaseThe S-82 “Narciso Monturiol”, the second submarine of the S-80 class, is now afloat at Navantia’s Cartagena shipyard as it moves into the final stages of construction and commissioning. News-Übersicht

South Korea Says to ‘Move Forward’ on Nuclear Subs With USSouth Korea will “move forward” with the United States in building nuclear-powered submarines, President Lee Jae Myung said Friday. News-Übersicht

Two Virginia-class Submarines are undergoing Sea Trials Simultaneously – Naval NewsIn a rare instance, two Virginia-class Nuclear Attack Submarines, the future USS Idaho (SSN-799) and the future USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) are both undergoing sea trials at the same time, with both of the submarines returning to port earlier this week….

Fincantieri renews push for U212 NFS submarine proposal to the Philippines – Naval NewsItaly’s largest shipbuilder, Fincantieri, has reiterated its offer of the U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS), presenting it as a tailored solution to the Philippines challenging maritime environment News-Übersicht

Sweden Hosts NATO’s Playbook Merlin 25 Anti-Submarine Warfare DrillNATO forces are participating in Playbook Merlin 25, an anti-submarine warfare exercise in the Baltic Sea hosted by Sweden. News-Übersicht

Hanwha Ocean/Canada’s PCL Construction MoU will advance CPSPHanwha Ocean and PCL Construction’s MoU will advance infrastructure development for the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project. News-Übersicht

Japan Weighs Nuclear Submarines as New Defense Minister Koizumi Signals Break from Postwar Nuclear Taboo – Naval NewsJapan new Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has publicly called for Tokyo to consider acquiring nuclear powered submarines (SSN) News-Übersicht

Sweden Leads NATO’s Playbook Merlin 25 to Strengthen Anti-Submarine Warfare in the Baltic SeaNATO’s anti-submarine warfare exercise Playbook Merlin 25 is currently underway in the Baltic Sea, running from 10 to 14 November and involving submarines, ships and aircraft from nine Allied nations. News-Übersicht

BMT and Teledyne Marine to collaborate on maritime autonomyBMT and Teledyne Marine Vehicles group have entered a MoU aimed at advancing cooperation on future projects in maritime autonomy. News-Übersicht

Raytheon Australia to continue Collins-class submarine supportRaytheon Australia has an A$277m ($181m) contract extension to continue managing the Collins-class submarine combat system for RAN. News-Übersicht

Royal Navy remembrance. In focus: HMS Turbulent lost in 1943 – Navy LookoutAs the nation takes time to pay its respects to those who have given their lives in service of their country, here we focus on one example from the thousands of sacrifices made by men of the Royal…

Australian Consortium to Build Underwater ‘Network’ for Northern Naval WatchThales Australia, Austal, and C2 Robotics team up to develop a sub-sea “surveillance network” to secure Australia’s northern chokepoints. News-Übersicht

Leonardo DRS, Hofmann Team Up on Next-Gen Naval Propulsion for AUKUSLeonardo DRS and Hofmann Engineering have signed an agreement to jointly develop next-generation naval propulsion systems in support of AUKUS. News-Übersicht

BAE, Partners to Lead Combat System Development for Australia’s SSN-AUKUSA group of defense firms are set to join forces to develop the combat systems of Australia’s future SSN‑AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines. News-Übersicht

Australian navy sizes up high-risk submarine transitions under AUKUSOfficials have taken an “integrated approach” to orchestrating the two programs, from freshening up legacy submarines to receiving nuclear-powered boats. News-Übersicht

Philippinen prüfen U-Boot-Angebot aus SüdkoreaDie Philippinen haben bestätigt, dass Hanwha Ocean ihnen ein Angebot zur Unterstützung eines geplanten U-Boot-Programms vorgelegt hat. News-Übersicht

Pakistan’s First Chinese-Built Submarine to Enter Service by 2026Pakistan’s first of eight Chinese-designed submarines is expected to enter service with the navy by 2026, according to Admiral Naveed Ashraf, as reported by Chinese state media and cited by Reuters. News-Übersicht

Australian battery tech to be assessed for AUKUS submarine programmeThe Australian Government announced a contract under which South Australian company PMB Defence will collaborate with BAE Systems in the UK. News-Übersicht

BAE Systems and partners sign agreement to establish AUKUS Combat Systems Collaborative TeamFour leading defence companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to propose the creation of an AUKUS Combat Systems Collaborative Team, aimed at supporting the future SSN-AUKUS submarines for Australia. News-Übersicht

ASC, BAE Launch Portal to Boost Australian Submarine Supply ChainASC and BAE Systems have launched an Industry Capability Network Portal to boost industry in Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine program. News-Übersicht

australia-battery-aukus-submarinesBAE Systems in the UK has signed a contract with Australian firm PMB Defence Engineering to assess the integration of its nickel zinc battery technology into the SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines being developed for the UK and Australia. News-Übersicht

Philippines Explores Submarine Deal With South Korea’s HanwhaThe Philippines could acquire its first submarines under a proposal discussed between President Marcos and South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean. News-Übersicht

Seoul Says Nuclear Submarine Possible Within 15 Years After US NodSouth Korea expects to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the late 2030s, a senior defense ministry official told ministers. News-Übersicht

Raytheon Australia to continue Collins-class submarine supportRaytheon Australia has an A$277m ($181m) contract extension to continue managing the Collins-class submarine combat system for RAN. News-Übersicht

HII selects UK’s Westley Group as strategic supplier to boost submarine supply chain under AUKUSThe UK-based Westley Group, known for high-integrity metal castings, has been approved by HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding division. News-Übersicht

Australian nickel zinc battery technology to ve evaluated for integration into SSN-AUKUS submarinesBAE Systems in the UK has signed a contract with Australian firm PMB Defence Engineering to assess the integration of its nickel zinc battery technology into the SSN-AUKUS nuclear-powered submarines being developed for the UK and Australia. News-Übersicht

Royal Navy Conducts World’s First Quantum Navigation on Uncrewed SubmarineThe Royal Navy has trialed Infleqtion’s Tiqker quantum optical atomic clock aboard the testbed submarine XV Excalibur. News-Übersicht

HD Hyundai, SIMA Ink Agreement to Co-Develop Submarines for PeruHD Hyundai Heavy Industries has signed a preliminary agreement with Peru’s SIMA to jointly develop and build submarines for the Peruvian Navy. News-Übersicht

Hanwha Ocean presents KSS-III PN submarine offer to Philippines’ President Marcos – Naval NewsSouth Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean formally pitched to Philippines’ President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. its bid to build KSS-III PN submarines for the Philippine Navy. News-Übersicht

Indonesia conducts first torpedo test from KSOT autonomous submarine – Naval NewsPT PAL Indonesia conducted a torpedo firing test of its autonomous submarine prototype, known domestically as KSOT (Kapal Selam Otomatis Tanpa Awak) News-Übersicht

Unterwasserwaffe “Poseidon”: Russland testet NuklearantriebDie Bedeutung von “Poseidon” liegt weniger in seiner militärischen Zweckmäßigkeit als in seinem strategischen Schockpotenzial. News-Übersicht

SIMA Peru and HD HHI ink Submarine Design LoI – Naval NewsFollowing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed during the APEC 2024 Summit and the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signed at SITDEF 2025, the General Manager of Servicios Industriales de la Marina (SIMA Perú S.A.), Rear Admiral Luis SILVA López,…

Prime Minister of Canada Visits Hanwha Ocean Shipyard – Naval NewsOn October 30, 2025, Hanwha Ocean hosted the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, the Honourable David McGuinty. News-Übersicht

USA gives South Korea Green Light to Build Nuclear Submarines – Naval NewsU.S President Donald Trump has announced that the U.S government has given the go ahead for South Korea to build Nuclear Submarines on U.S soil. News-Übersicht

Spain’s First S-80 Plus Submarine Deploys on First NATO Operation – Naval NewsThe Spanish Navy’s first-in-class new S-80 Plus diesel-electric submarine (SSK), ESPS Isaac Peral, has deployed on its first NATO operation. News-Übersicht

France deploys ArianeGroup’s new M51.3 strategic missile to strengthen nuclear deterrent capabilityThe French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) confirmed on 28 October 2025 that the M51.3 ballistic missile, developed by ArianeGroup, has officially entered operational service. News-Übersicht

Royal Navy and Infleqtion trial first quantum optical clock on autonomous submarine for GPS-free navigationInfleqtion has successfully demonstrated the world’s first deployment of a quantum optical atomic clock on an underwater autonomous vehicle, in collaboration with the Royal Navy and MSubs. News-Übersicht

France updates submarine-launched nuclear missile amid arms raceThe third and latest version of the M51 has new nuclear warheads as well as improved range, accuracy and capability to penetrate enemy defenses. News-Übersicht

Fincantieri launches its first ‘DEEP’ underwater drone system – Naval NewsFincantieri launched its first “DEEP” underwater drone system during a demonstration mission. The event marks a fundamental milestone for Fincantieri in the field of underwater technology, confirming the Group’s leadership in the underwater sector and consolidating a clear and advanced…

US Navy continues AUV – SSN torpedo-tube launch and recovery efforts – Naval NewsThe US Navy (USN) is continuing to develop different generations of its REMUS autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) family for submarine torpedo-tube launch and recovery (TTL&R), with the successful trial of a REMUS 620 medium AUV from a…

Spanish submarine S-81 Isaac Peral joins NATO’s Operation Sea Guardian in first long-term deploymentThe Spanish Navy’s latest submarine, S-81 Isaac Peral, has officially joined NATO’s Operation Sea Guardian in the Mediterranean Sea. News-Übersicht

Italy’s Fincantieri Debuts First Integrated Underwater Drone SystemItalian shipbuilder Fincantieri revealed a new underwater drone system to protect vital seabed infrastructure and coastal areas. News-Übersicht

South Korea launches most advanced home-built submarine to date, marking key defence milestoneSouth Korea has launched the ROKS Jang Yeong-sil (SS-087), the first KSS-III Batch-II submarine, during a ceremony on 22 October at Hanwha Ocean’s Geoje shipyard. News-Übersicht

S. Korea Rolls Out First KSS-III Batch-II Attack SubmarineHanwha Ocean has launched the Republic of Korea Navy’s first Dosan Ahn Chang-ho-class Batch-II attack submarine. News-Übersicht

Rolls-Royce Submarines opens new office in CardiffRolls-Royce Submarines has inaugurated a new office in Cardiff, bringing over 100 job opportunities to the area. News-Übersicht

Fincantieri unveils first integrated underwater drone system for dual civil and defence useOn 23 October, Fincantieri launched its first integrated underwater drone system, named “DEEP”, at the Naval Support and Experimentation Centre in La Spezia. News-Übersicht

Rolls-Royce Submarines opens new Cardiff office, creating over 100 skilled jobs in WalesRolls-Royce Submarines has opened a new office in Cardiff, creating more than 100 highly skilled jobs in the Welsh capital. News-Übersicht

Hanwha Ocean Launches First KSS-III Batch-II Submarine – Naval NewsThe Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy and the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) held a launching ceremony for the ROKS Jang Yeong-sil, the first KSS-III Batch-II submarine News-Übersicht

Germany, Norway advocate for Canada to join Type 212CD submarine project – Naval NewsDuring his trip to Canada on Monday, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, together with his Norwegian counterpart Tore Sandvik, advocated that Ottawa participate in the German-Norwegian Type 212CD submarine project. News-Übersicht

UK Takes First Acquisition Steps for Atlantic Net ASW ISR Capability – Naval NewsThe UK government has taken initial steps in developing the Royal Navy’s (RN’s) new anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operational construct for the North Atlantic by issuing a tender notice announcing its intent to publish in the near term…

South Korea’s Hyundai Joins Race for Future Greek SubmarinesSouth Korea’s Hyundai Heavy Industries has unveiled its submarine designs and bid for the Hellenic Navy’s naval modernization program. News-Übersicht

President Trump confirms Australia will receive Virginia-class submarines under AUKUS pactPresident Donald Trump has expressed firm support for the AUKUS agreement, confirming plans to sell Virginia-class submarines to Australia. News-Übersicht

New Hybrid Underwater Drone Poised to Join Italy’s Next-Gen Mine DefenseSaipem has developed an underwater drone designed to become a key tool in the Italian Navy’s future mine countermeasure operations. News-Übersicht

Trump bekräftigt U-Boot-Deal mit Australien und unterzeichnet RohstoffdealUS-Präsident Donald Trump hat den geplanten Verkauf von atomgetriebenen U-Booten an Australien bestätigt. Die USA und Australien unterzeichneten zudem eine Rohstoffpartnerschaft, um unabhängiger von China zu werden. News-Übersicht

Hyundai Heavy Industries pitches submarine proposal to Greece in Achilles’ Shield programmeOn 15 October, a delegation from Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) met with the Hellenic Navy Command in Greece to present its capabilities and proposals for building new submarines. News-Übersicht

Vatn Systems Launches Own Navigation SystemVatn Systems has launched its own inertial navigation system to boost underwater and surface navigation in GPS-denied environments. News-Übersicht

First Sea Lord orders 100-day plan to fix Royal Navy submarine availability crisis – Navy LookoutDefence Eye reports that General Sir Gwyn Jenkins has launched an urgent 100-day drive to tackle systemic submarine maintenance delays. He has ordered the creation of a new Submarine Maintenance Recovery Plan designed to urgently…

UK’s New Astute-Class Submarine HMS Agamemnon Makes Maiden DiveThe UK Royal Navy submarine HMS Agamemnon has completed its maiden dive at BAE Systems’ submarine shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness, England. News-Übersicht

russias-submarine-problem-is-much-worse-than-many-imagineSchwedische Streitkräfte haben eigenen Angaben zufolge am Mittwoch in einem „Routineeinsatz“ ein russisches U-Boot in der Ostsee verfolgt. News-Übersicht

Schwedische Armee verfolgt russisches U-Boot in der OstseeSchwedische Streitkräfte haben eigenen Angaben zufolge am Mittwoch in einem „Routineeinsatz“ ein russisches U-Boot in der Ostsee verfolgt. News-Übersicht

Saab Clinches $1B Deal to Finish Sweden’s Blekinge-Class SubSaab has received a contract from Sweden covering the final production phase for two Blekinge-class (A26) submarines. News-Übersicht

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japan-launches-sixth-taigei-class-submarine-for-jmsdfThe JMSDF has commissioned the fourth of its Taigei-class diesel-electric attack submarines (SSK) News-Übersicht

It’s crunch time for Poland to pick a new submarine designPrime Minister Donald Tusk’s 2025 deadline nears for picking a winning proposal. News-Übersicht

HMS Agamemnon nuclear-powered submarine conducts successful first trim dive at BAE Systems BarrowThe Royal Navy’s newest nuclear-powered attack submarine, HMS Agamemnon, has submerged for the first time during a successful ‘trim dive’ conducted at BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. News-Übersicht

Royal Navy’s Russian watcher tracks Kilo-class submarine in joint NATO operation – Navy LookoutHMS Iron Duke has again been called upon to monitor Russian naval traffic close to the UK, shadowing a surfaced Russian submarine passing homeward through the English Channel and into the North Sea. The operation was conducted…

HMS Agamemnon successfully completes initial dive – Navy LookoutThe Royal Navy’s 6th Astute-class attack submarine, HMS Agamemnon, commissioned last month, has completed a 3-day trim dive – a series of tests to confirm the integrity of the pressure hull. This is the first time a submarine is fully submerged, one…

Japan Contracts Mitsubishi to Mass Produce Sub-Launched MissileJapan has contracted Mitsubishi to commence production of a submarine-launched missile and an improved Type 12 surface-to-ship missile. News-Übersicht

Saab receives additional order relating to the Swedish A26 submarinesSaab has today received an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for the last phase of the production as well as additional scope for material and services for the two Blekinge-class (A26) submarines previously ordered by Sweden. The order…

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OCCAR’s U212 NFS programme advances as lithium battery system passes Critical Design ReviewThe OCCAR U212 Near Future Submarine (NFS) Programme reached a critical milestone on 7 October 2025 with the successful closure of the Critical Design Review (CDR) for its lithium-based Propulsion Battery System. News-Übersicht

Sweden updates A26 submarine agreement with Saab, securing long-term naval capabilitySweden’s Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) and Saab have signed an updated contract for the two Blekinge-class (A26) submarines, setting new delivery dates for 2031 and 2033. News-Übersicht

Royal Netherlands Navy escorts Russian submarine through North Sea to ensure security and vigilance at seaThe Royal Netherlands Navy has escorted a Russian submarine and support tug through the North Sea after they transited from the Mediterranean. News-Übersicht

Japan Weighs Nuclear-Powered Submarines Amid Regional TensionsJapan is considering developing nuclear-powered submarines after a state-backed panel recommended research into “next-genropulsion” systems. News-Übersicht

Indonesia subs contract with Naval Group takes effectNaval Group has disclosed the official activation of the contract to construct two Scorpène Evolved submarines with Indonesia MoD. News-Übersicht

Rolls-Royce Submarines and Siemens sgn agreement to enhance digital engineering capabilitiesRolls-Royce Submarines has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Siemens to collaborate on digital engineering and improve efficiency across complex design and manufacturing processes. News-Übersicht

General Dynamics Mission Systems wins $18.2 million AUKUS contract for submarine weapon and simulation systemsGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) announced it has been awarded an $18.2 million cost-plus-fixed-fee and firm-fixed-price contract for the development, maintenance, and delivery of the Common Weapon Launcher and Multi-Tube Weapon Simulator. News-Übersicht

Remus 620 UUV Achieves First Torpedo Tube Launch, Recovery in Submarine TestHII’s REMUS 620 unmanned undersea vehicle achieved a milestone, launching from and returning to a submarine torpedo tube for the first time. News-Übersicht

U-Boot startet Erdumrundung ohne TreibstoffBei “Redwing” handelt es sich um einen autonomen Unterwassergleiter. Am 11. Oktober wird er seine Reise starten. News-Übersicht

Initial sea trials for USS Massachusetts completed at NNSHII’s NNS division has completed the first set of sea trials for the Virginia-class attack submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798). News-Übersicht

Helsing acquire Blue Ocean to speed up AUV productionHelsing aim to accelerate the development and production of its autonomous glider and large acoustic model through its Blue Ocean acquisition News-Übersicht

JFD Global develops advanced medical monitoring system for the NATO Submarine Rescue System – Naval NewsJFD Global has commenced a project to deliver to the Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) – a new medical monitoring capability for integration into the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS). News-Übersicht

PT PAL Unveils KSOT Autonomous Submarine Prototype for the First Time – Naval NewsIndonesian state-owned shipbuilder PT PAL Indonesia unveiled its autonomous submarine (Kapal Selam Otonom/KSOT in Indonesian) to the public for the first time News-Übersicht

Helsing übernimmt Blue OceanHelsing stärkt mit der Übernahme des australischen AUV-Entwicklers Blue Ocean seine Fähigkeiten im Bereich KI-gesteuerter Unterwasserverteidigung und baut damit seine maritime Präsenz in Europa und bei den AUKUS-Partnern aus. News-Übersicht

Helsing acquires Blue Ocean to strengthen AI-driven maritime defence capabilities across Europe and AUKUSHelsing, the leading European defence technology company, has announced it is in the process of acquiring Blue Ocean, an ocean technology specialist in autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). News-Übersicht

HII and partners achieve REMUS 620 retrievalHII, the WHOI, and the US Navy’s Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport has successfully retrieved a REMUS 620 UUV. News-Übersicht

HII Completes Initial Sea Trials of Virginia-Class Submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798) – Naval NewsHII announced today that its Newport News Shipbuilding division has successfully completed initial sea trials for Virginia-class attack submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798). News-Übersicht

Spanien tauft S-82 und stärkt U-Boot-AutonomieCartagena tauft die S-82 „Narciso Monturiol“. Nach langen Verzögerungen markiert die S-80-Klasse Spaniens Schritt zur eigenen U-Boot-Kompetenz. Internationale Stimmen reagieren mit einer Mischung aus Respekt und Skepsis. News-Übersicht

HII completes first sea trials of Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts for U.S. Navy deliveryHII has announced the successful completion of initial sea trials for the Virginia-class submarine Massachusetts (SSN 798), conducted by its Newport News Shipbuilding division. News-Übersicht

Navantia hosts naming of S-82 Narciso Monturiol, second submarine of Spain’s advanced S-80 seriesNavantia has held the official naming ceremony of the S-82 ‘Narciso Monturiol’ submarine at its shipyard in Cartagena, Murcia. The submarine is the second vessel in the S-80 series being built for the Spanish Navy. News-Übersicht

UK Rolls Out Trio of Autonomous Naval Testbeds to Revolutionize Anti-Sub WarfareThe UK’s Anti-Submarine Warfare Spearhead program is driving the adoption of autonomous tech in maritime defense. News-Übersicht

AUKUS submarine plan survives US government review – Navy LookoutThe Trump administration has reportedly confirmed that the AUKUS defence pact will continue broadly unchanged, preserving the timetable for selling three Virginia-class SSNs to Australia from 2032. The decision removes a cloud of uncertainty that had hung over the project but…