In 2019, Defence Minister Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer was still dreaming of an aircraft carrier. Now, just over three years later, the wish has become a reality and the minister was able to gain an insight into the capabilities of naval aviators on board a carrier. Contrary to expectations, however, it was not the blue and gold flag of Europe that flew at the top, but...
Do you know who the British Commodore-in-Chief Submarines is? None other than Prince William Arthur Philip Louis, Duke of Cambridge, better known as Prince William. His Royal Highness may not really have anything to say in this position, but the title certainly looks good on any business card. And since you...
The Israeli company Rafael has unveiled a new fifth-generation surface-to-surface missile. Called Sea Breaker, the weapon utilises a range of modern technologies, including artificial intelligence, to detect targets. Sea Breaker can be fired from land from vehicle-borne containers as well as from ships of various sizes. At a distance of...
Submarines are still one of the most dangerous naval assets. They are neither fast and agile, nor can they visually impress the enemy with fearsome weapons. However, their ability to dive into the depths of the ocean and pose a danger that is extremely difficult to locate has made them a favourite of naval...
The 14 strategic submarines of the US Navy have one mission: to remain undetected. They spend their rather boring lives patrolling the world's oceans, usually lasting between 70 and 90 days. Their job is to remain undetectable to a potential adversary and thus ensure the United States' nuclear second-strike capability...
On 23 June, the British destroyer Defender incurred the displeasure of the Russians in waters south of Crimea. Apparently, it was travelling through an area that Russia has considered to be its territorial waters since the annexation of Crimea. As a result, Russian fighter planes and ships harassed it, causing the Defender to change course.
The Indian frigate Tabar set off on a four-month voyage to Europe in mid-June. After crossing the Mediterranean, the Tabar will enter the Atlantic via the Strait of Gibraltar and then head north. It will sail across the North and Baltic Seas to Russia, where...
The Royal Navy has extended a contract with Airbus for satellite-based maritime surveillance by one year. This was preceded by a proof-of-concept phase. Under the agreement, the Joint Maritime Security Centre (JMSC) will be provided with images from optical and radar sources and reports generated from them. This will continue to ensure the seamless observation of...
Last Saturday (26 June), the Canadian Navy commissioned the Harry DeWolf. She is the first newbuilding to join the Canadian fleet in almost 25 years. The first of six planned Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships (AOPS), together with her sisters, will be the focus of the country's...
Bundeswehr invests in clothing and personal equipment On 21 June 2021, the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) signed an amendment contract with the in-house company Bundeswehr Clothing Management (BwBM) GmbH, which extends the existing service contract by orders worth 95 million euros and thus facilitates the procurement of additional clothing and personal...
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