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Neustadt/Holstein - GSG 9 with maritime unit on the Baltic Sea

Neustadt/Holstein - GSG 9 with maritime unit on the Baltic Sea

Posted by | 30 Oct 2024 | , , , | 0

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Manta-Ray - US underwater drone with its own berth

Manta-Ray - US underwater drone with its own berth

Posted by | 30 Oct 2024 | , , | 0

A satellite photo taken in November 2023, which later appeared on Google Maps, shows a new type of US Navy underwater vehicle, which is intended as a demonstrator to prove the functionality of new technologies - in particular energy autonomy under water. The "Manta Ray" underwater drone has impressive dimensions: With a wingspan of 14 metres and a length of 10 metres, the platform is clearly visible in the harbour of Port Hueneme near Los Angeles. Two videos have now been published by Northop Grumman and DARPA (the Pentagon's research and development agency) showing how this autonomous UUV (unmanned underwater vehicle) works.

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Chancellor and Foreign Minister on board "Frankfurt am Main"

Chancellor and Foreign Minister on board "Frankfurt am Main"

Posted by | 29 Oct 2024 | , , | 0

High-ranking visit on board the IPD 24 naval association The government visit by Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and State Secretary Nils Hilmer, representing Defence Minister Boris Pistorius, on 26 October 2024 on board the task force provider "Frankfurt am Main" in Mormugao, Goa, India, marked a highlight for the German naval association. It was immediately preceded by the Indo-German government consultations in Delhi. At the same time, the visit marks the conclusion of the Indo-Pacific Deployment 2024 (IPD 24) and a special appreciation of the work of the servicewomen and men of the Naval Association. Chancellor Scholz thanked the crews for their tireless efforts and sacrifices on this long voyage. They have...

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US aircraft carrier under NATO command

US aircraft carrier under NATO command

Posted by | 29 Oct 2024 | , , , | 0

Deterrence in the North Sea and Mediterranean Since 24 October, NATO has taken control of the US aircraft carrier "Harry S. Truman" and other units for the NEPTUNE STRIKE mission. The large-scale operation aims to establish a flexible military presence and deterrence in strategic waters and involves forces from several NATO countries. Since 24 October, NATO has regained operational control of aircraft carriers: As officially announced by the Alliance and participating nations, several units and other forces will transfer under the command of the Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO (STRIKFORNATO) by 31 October to conduct NEPTUNE STRIKE for the second time this year.

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Spain's new-build frigates ahead of time - submarines are lagging behind

Spain's new-build frigates ahead of time - submarines are lagging behind

Posted by | 29 Oct 2024 | , , | 0

As much as the construction progress of the new F 110 frigate at the Navantia shipyard in Ferrol is ahead of schedule in Spain, the results of the submarine construction at the Cartagena shipyard (also Navantia) are behind the planned milestones. The first boat, S-81 ISAAC PERAL, has been sailing under the Spanish naval flag for several months, but was already six months behind schedule when it entered service and is currently in a new shipyard phase. However, the three following boats S-82 to S-84 are now already a good 12 months behind schedule with delivery dates of 2026 to 2029.

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