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NAVAL NEWS NOVEMBER 2023
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According to information published by the Japanese MoD on November 12, 2023, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) icebreaker AGB Shirase set sail from Yokosuka for its 65th Antarctic research expedition. The icebreaker is headed towards the Showa base in Antarctica, where it will undertake extended support missions integral to Japan's ongoing research efforts in the region.
On November 14, the U.S. Security Cooperation Agency announced that the State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Republic of Korea of Standard Missile 6 Block I (SM-6 Blk I) and related equipment for an estimated cost of $650 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale.
According to information published by PteroDynamics on November 1, 2023, the firm has successfully demonstrated the capabilities of its Transwing vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial system (UAS) during the U.S. Navy's 4th Fleet Hybrid Fleet Campaign Event.
According to a video published by the IDF on November 13, 2023, during recent underwater scans conducted by the Israeli Navy's special unit for submarine missions, a significant number of weapons used by Hamas militants were discovered. These weapons, intended for assaults on Israeli territory, were thwarted by the Israeli naval forces.
According to a PR published by Sea to Sea on November 14, 2023, the Senegalese Navy has received the second unit of the OPV 58 S class vessel program, delivered by PIRIOU.
According to information published by EDGE on November 14, 2023, EDGE Group has secured a lucrative contract to provide the Brazilian Navy with cutting-edge surface-to-surface missile systems, valued at approximately AED 0.6 billion. The deal includes the extended-range National Surface Anti-Ship Missiles (MANSUP-ER) and a shorter-range variant of the system.
According to a video published by SA Defence News on November 3, 2023, during the recent naming and acceptance ceremony of the SAS King Shaka Zulu, the second new multi-purpose inshore patrol vessel (MMIPV) at Naval Base Durban, SA Navy Chief Vice Admiral Monde Lobese emphasized the need for expanding South Africa's naval fleet.
According to information published by Naval Group on November 9, 2023, the United Arab Emirates Navy has taken delivery of its first Gowind class corvette, the Bani Yas.
According to information published by Hanwha Ocean on October 11, 2023, South Korea's Hanwha Ocean has embarked on the construction of the 5th and 6th ships of the Ulsan-class Batch-III frigates. This development marks a pivotal phase.
On October 24, 2023, the US State Department approved a potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to the Government of Japan, with an estimated cost of $74.6 million. This approval allows Japan to acquire 63 Rolling Airframe Missiles (RAM) Block 2B tactical missiles, also designated as RIM-116E, along with associated equipment. This includes RAM guided missile round pack Tri-Pack shipping and storage containers, training equipment, operator manuals, and technical documentation.
According to information published by Lockheed Martin on November 7, 2023, Lockheed Martin Australia has successfully delivered the SEA 4000 Phase 6 Combat System Design Agent (CSD-A) contract. The project, completed on time and within budget, marks a significant update to the design architecture of the Hobart-class Guided Missile Destroyers (DDGs).
According to information published by the Australian DoD on November 10, 2023, the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) is currently engaged in a Regional Presence Deployment across Southeast and Northeast Asia.
According to information published by Tasnim on November 8, 2023, the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy has furnished its vessels and submarines with artificial intelligence, allowing the unmanned watercraft to carry out diverse combat and intelligence operations.
According to information published by the Liberty Times on November 2, 2023, the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology has reportedly allocated a budget of 810.2 million TWD for the development of two new attack-type unmanned boats, with the aim of beginning mass production by 2026.
According to information published by Antara on November 10, 2023, the Indonesian defense industry has partnered with German navigation technology provider Anschütz to modernize 41 naval vessels, including submarines.
According to information published by the Italian MoD on November 8, 2023, Italy has demonstrated its commitment to humanitariand aid with the departure of the Vulcano class logistic support ship LSS Vulcano stated Minister Guido Crosetto.
According to a PR published by Babcock on November 10, 2023, with the UK Ministry of Defence's Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA). This four-year agreement is set to enhance the infrastructure required to support and sustain the UK's submarine fleet for the foreseeable future.
According to information published by Militarnyi on November 10, 2023, Ukrainian military forces have successfully targeted two Russian landing ships near the region of Crimea using marine strike drones, as revealed in a video released by the intelligence service's press office.
Australia is making substantial progress in its endeavor to build conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines with a significant land exchange agreement between the federal and South Australian governments.
According to a tweet published by RupprechtDeino on November 8, 2023, the superstructure of the island was mounted on the deck of the fourth Type 075 Landing Helicopter Dock.
