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NAVAL NEWS December 2023
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The U.S. State Department has recently approved a Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Australia, consisting of a training program related to AUKUS Pillar I, as well as training devices and associated equipment. The estimated total program cost is up to $2.0 billion.
In a landmark development, the UK is set to lead a new Maritime Capability Coalition in collaboration with Norway. The British Ministry of Defense, in its statement dated December 11, 2023, announced this strategic alliance. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps confirmed the transfer of two Royal Navy Sandown Class minehunter ships to the Ukrainian Navy, marking a significant step in strengthening Ukraine’s maritime capabilities.
The eighth edition of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024) is set to kick off from March 4 to 6, 2024, at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), as announced by the organizing committee. The event is under the high patronage of His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar. Navy Recognition will be present on-site in its capacity as the official show of daily news and web TV for DIMDEX 2024.
The Latvian Ministry of Defense and the U.S. Embassy in Latvia jointly announced a defense acquisition: the purchase of Naval Coastal Defense Missile Systems. The agreement, involving Norwegian company Kongsberg and American manufacturer Raytheon, was officially disclosed on December 8, 2023, by Latvian Defense Minister Andris Sprūds and U.S. Ambassador Christopher Robinson.
December 10, 2023 – The French Ministry of Defense announced on December 9, 2023, that the French Navy frigate Languedoc, a warship patrolling the Red Sea, shot down two drones late last night that were targeting the ship. These drones were launched from northern Yemen, a region under the control of the Houthi rebels. The Houthis have been threatening to disrupt strategic maritime traffic in the area amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
The U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency on December 7 announced that the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Germany of Mk 54 Lightweight Torpedoes and related equipment for an estimated cost of $300 million.
According to a PR published by Saab on December 5, 2023, the Swedish defense and security company, has recently embarked on a new venture with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV). The contract involves conducting concept development studies focused on advancing future underwater capabilities for Sweden. Let's take a look at Saab's experience in submarines.
At the EDEX military exhibition, the China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) showcased the JARI-USV-A unmanned surface vessel for the first time at this event. This presentation comes after the USV was previously displayed at the IDEX military expo.
At EDEX 2023, an event has occurred: Baykar, a Turkish company, is showcasing its TB2 Bayraktar Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), marking the first time a Turkish firm has participated in this exhibition.
According to information published by Damen on December 5, 2023, the Dutch company Damen held the steel cutting ceremony of the first F126 frigate for the German Navy.
At ExpoDefensa 2023, the Turkish defense company ASELSAN displays its STAMP-2 Remote Controlled Weapon System (RCWS), a stabilized weapon station designed for small caliber guns that has been observed on the Yonca-Onuk MRTP20 Improved Fast Intervention Craft. This system, incorporating advanced technology, includes various features aimed at enhancing military capabilities across different applications.
According to information published by the South Korean MoD on December 5, 2023, the Republic of Korea Navy's Cruise Training Task Group recently made a significant visit to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This visit, which took place on October 1, is the first time in eight years since 2015 that the task group has visited Saudi Arabia.
At the EDEX 2023 event, Thales showcased its Pathmaster system, a new unmanned mine countermeasures system. This system, designed for naval forces, aims to reduce crew risk exposure in mine countermeasure operations.
According to information published by the UK Parliament on December 5, 2023, Secretary of State Grant Shapps detailed the UK's increased military presence in the region, which included deploying a Royal Navy task group to the eastern Mediterranean.
According to information published by the Korean MoD on December 5, 2023, the South Korean Navy has achieved a significant milestone by successfully conducting its first domestic live-firing test of the SM-2 air defense missile.
At EDEX 2023, the defense exhibition that takes place in Cairo, Canik is presenting the Trakon Targan Remote Controlled Weapon Station (RCWS).
According to information published by Kongsberg on December 4, 2023, Kongsberg Naval Services (KONGSBERG), a joint venture between Kongsberg Maritime and Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, has clinched a strategic framework agreement with the Norwegian Defence Material Agency.
The Turkish company Dearsan Shipyard has showcased its latest 76-meter Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) at the EDEX 2023, the defense exhibition taking place in Cairo.
According to information published by the Egyptian Armed Forces on December 4, 2023, the fourth MEKO A200 frigate, named Al Jabbar, was launched in Alexandria, Egypt.
During the EDEX 2023 defense expo, Naval Group, the French maritime defense company, showcased its FDI frigate, known in the international arena as the Belharra class.
