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NAVAL NEWS FEBRUARY 2024
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According to information published by the US DoD on February 17, 2024, the United States Navy officially commissioned the USS John L. Canley (ESB 6) in a ceremony held in Coronado, California, marking the addition of the newest Expeditionary Sea Base ship to its fleet.
According to a PR published by Thales on February 19, 2024, the German Navy is set to enhance its F126 frigates with Thales' SurfSAT-L satellite communication (SatCom) system.
According to a tweet published by نیروهای مسلح جمهوری اسلامی ایران on February 19, 2024, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy (IRGC-N) has announced the addition of two Shahid Soleimani class corvettes, bringing its total fleet count of this class to three.
According to information published by the Houthis on February 19, 2024, the Islamist militia announced they had conducted military operations in response to what they described as American and British aggression on their country.
According to a PR published by STM on February 19, 2024, the Turkish Naval Forces are planning an upgrade for their Gür-class submarines, incorporating advanced domestically developed systems.
The 12th edition of the MILAN naval exercise hosted in Visakhapatnam from February 19 to 27, 2024, is not just a routine gathering of naval forces but a significant diplomatic event, underlining India's growing influence on the global stage.
According to information published by the US DoD on February 8, 2024, the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and the U.S. Navy recently conducted a test, referred to as Flight Test Other-23 (FTX-23) or Stellar Sisyphus, off the coast of Kauai, Hawaii.
According to information published by the US DoD on February 15, 2024, USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr, operating under the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), seized a cache of advanced weapons and military equipment destined for Houthi forces in Yemen.
According to a PR published by Oceaneering on February 15, 2024, the company has announced in its Aerospace and Defense Technologies (ADTech) segment, having been chosen by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to lead the development and testing of the Freedom™ Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV).
According to information published by the HQ Western Fleet on February 14, 2024, the Royal Malaysian Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force have further solidified their maritime partnership through a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the strategic Malacca Strait.
According to information publihsed by CNA on February 16, 2024, Taiwan and France have inked a contract worth NT$2.49 billion for combat system components and parts to maintain the operational capabilities of Taiwan's Lafayette-class frigates amid increasing military pressures from China.
According to information published by cjr1321 on January 21, 2024, the US Navy has recently reinstalled the Optical Dazzling Interdictor, Navy (ODIN) laser system on the USS Spruance (DDG-111), an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer.
According to information published by Tass on February 3, 2024, the Borei-class nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine Knyaz Pozharskiy was launched in Severodvinsk.
According to information published by the New Zealand MoD on February 13, 2024, Auckland Harbour has been selected as the site for a two-week trial of an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), named Bellona, aimed at evaluating its performance and capabilities.
According to information published by the UK MoD on February 12, 2024, the aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has departed for Norway to participate in a key NATO exercise, Steadfast Defender.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy has unveiled new cruise missile systems around Abu Musa and Greater Tunb islands and their surrounding waters in the Persian Gulf, Tehran announced on February 14. In addition to these missile systems, Iran introduced three advanced speedboats, marking a significant step in enhancing its maritime capabilities.
The Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) is proud to announce Fincantieri as the prestigious Diamond Sponsor for its upcoming eighth edition.
According to information published by the Indian government on February 13, 2024, the Ministry of Defence confirmed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Hyderabad, for the procurement of 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems, alongside necessary equipment and accessories for the Indian Navy.
According to information published by Jean-Marc Tanguy on February 8, 2024, the French Navy's Unit 36F, based in Hyeres, has recently incorporated the Schiebel Camcopter S-100 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
According to a PR published by Austal USA on February 8, 2024, the future USS Kingsville (LCS 36) successfully completed its acceptance trials in the Gulf of Mexico, marking a significant step towards its integration into the U.S. Navy's Pacific fleet.
