- August 15th, 2025
Indonesia has launched an accelerated schedule to construct two cutting-edge Scorpene Evolved Full Lithium-Ion Battery (LiB) submarines, compressing what was originally an eight-year project into just five. The unprecedented acceleration, mandated by President Prabowo Subianto earlier this year, is expected to redefine...
As China’s naval power surges into the 21st century, its submarine fleet has become a symbol of quiet strength beneath the surface. The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is rapidly modernizing, expanding both its diesel-electric and nuclear-powered submarine fleets to...
Egypt is reportedly nearing the conclusion of negotiations to acquire the Type 039A Yuan-class submarines from China, a move that would represent a dramatic upgrade to Cairo's undersea warfare capabilities and a significant recalibration of its defense procurement strategy. Highly...
In a move that could reshape Southeast Asia's naval balance, European defence giants Fincantieri and Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) have joined forces to propose a next-generation submarine solution to the Philippine Navy. Their bid, centered on the U212 NFS (Near...
Russia has unveiled the latest addition to its nuclear-powered submarine fleet—the Perm, a Yasen-M class attack submarine armed with the cutting-edge Tsirkon hypersonic missile system. This launch marks a critical shift in global naval dynamics, solidifying Russia’s ability to project...
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has officially commissioned its fourth Taigei-class diesel-electric submarine, JS Raigei (SS 515), marking a significant milestone in Japan’s naval modernization efforts. The new submarine was inducted into Submarine Division 1 of Submarine Flotilla 1 and...
Nuclear-armed stealth submarines are hailed as the ultimate guarantor of a nation’s security, ensuring an assured second-strike capability by remaining hidden deep beneath the waves. Yet their very stealth—their ability to operate undetected—poses a significant risk. The potential for underwater...
Reports have recently emerged that a Chinese Type 041 Zhou-class nuclear submarine allegedly sank due to an “operator error,” specifically an "open hatch." This assertion has raised concerns and criticisms regarding the People's Liberation Army Navy’s (PLAN) training and safety...
The South China Sea escalate and tensions rise over the potential for conflict in Taiwan, China and Russia are making significant advances in their submarine capabilities. These developments, aimed at strengthening their naval prowess, are clear demonstrations of their military...
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), reports have emerged that a newly-constructed nuclear-powered submarine sank pier-side in March 2024. China has managed to keep the incident under wraps until now, but recently revealed satellite images have exposed the extent...
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