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Nov- 2025 -

25 November

Sea

The indian Navy's INS Mahe (P80) Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC)

Rojoef Manuel

Lead Indian Navy Mahe-Class Anti-Submarine Warship Enters Service

The Indian Navy has commissioned the first Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft in Mumbai.

25 November

Air

Ethan M. Encarnacion

China’s Wing Loong X Takes a Traditionally Underwater Mission Into the Air

China is exploring a new angle in with Wing Loong X, a UAV designed to handle tasks usually carried out below the surface.

Sep- 2025 -

8 September

Sea

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) and Indian defense industry representatives signing cooperative agreements. Photo: TKMS

Rojoef Manuel

Germany’s TKMS Teams With Indian Firms to Co-Develop Naval Capabilities

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems has signed agreements with Indian defense companies to jointly develop and produce naval weapons and anti-submarine warfare systems.

Jun- 2025 -

20 June

Americas

Royal Australian Navy replenishment ship HMAS Stalwarts embarked MH-60R Seahawk helicopter Boomerang conducts flying operations during a transit as part of a regional presence deployment. *** Local Caption *** The Royal Australian Navy is undertaking a regional presence deployment in Southeast and Northeast Asia. During the deployment, HMA Ships Toowoomba, Stalwart and Brisbane demonstrated the Royal Australian Navys ability to execute sustained operations in the deployed environments through superior Replenishment at Sea capability. During this evolution, Stalwart completing her first dual Replenishment at Sea evolution providing HMA Ships Toowoomba and Brisbane with F76 fuel, and F44 fuel for the embarked MH-60R Helicopters. Concurrently, Stalwart launched her embarked MH-60R helicopter, Boomerang, to conduct a Vertical Replenishment of stores and mission-essential equipment to Toowoomba. Regional presence deployments demonstrate Australias commitment to, and engagement with, the region. The deployments play a vital role in Australias long-term security and prosperity by protecting Australias interests, preserving a rules-based order, enhancing cooperation and relationships with regional partners and allies, and developing capability and interoperability.

Christine Casimiro

US, Australian Seahawks Receive Magnetic Anomaly Detection

Sikorsky and CAE are enhancing the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of MH-60R Seahawk helicopters operated by the US and Australian navies by integrating Magnetic Anomaly Detection-Extended Role systems.

18 June

Air

A P-8A Poseidon, assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 30, flies over the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). The P-8A's primary function is anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare and will be the replacement for the P-3C Orion. The U.S. Navy is constantly deployed to preserve peace, protect commerce, and deter aggression through forward presence. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Mike DiMestico/Released)

Inder Singh Bisht

Boeing Completes P-8A Poseidon Upgrades for US Navy

Boeing has completed Increment 3 Block 2 upgrades on the first P-8A Poseidon. enhancing the aircraft's surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities.

May- 2025 -

22 May

Americas

Joe Saballa

GA-ASI’s SeaGuardian Drone to Use Ultra’s Mini Sonobuoys for Improved Sub-Hunting

General Atomics has teamed up with Ultra Maritime to equip its MQ-9B SeaGuardian drone with next-gen sonar tech for submarine hunting.

Apr- 2025 -

30 April

Sea

Giulia Bernacchi

NATO Allies Conduct Joint Anti-Submarine Warfare Drills off Iceland

NATO launched its annual anti-submarine warfare exercise, Dynamic Mongoose 25, in the North Atlantic, with operations in Icelandic waters.

Mar- 2025 -

24 March

Asia Pacific

Joe Saballa

Australia Boosts Submarine Lethality With $125M MK-48 Torpedo Purchase

Australia is investing $125 million to acquire more MK-48 heavyweight torpedoes and enhance the striking power of its submarine fleet.

Feb- 2025 -

28 February

Sea

Giulia Bernacchi

Saab to Supply Combat, Fire Control Systems for New Colombian Frigate

Saab has secured a contract to equip the Colombian Navy’s new frigate with advanced management systems, sensors, and radars.

14 February

Sea

The official party ceremonially open the new Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division Acoustic Test Facility and Instrumentation building onboard Naval Support Activity Panama City, Feb. 5. (from left) Amanda Davis, NSWC PCD (acting) Accounting Division head, Dr. Peter Adair, NSWC PCD technical director, Dr. Joseph Lopes, NSWC PCD Subsea and Seabed Warfare and Maritime Operations Department deputy, Capt. Paul Stence Jr., NSWC PCD commanding officer, Cmdr. Michael Mosi, NSA PC commanding officer, and Dr. Jermaine Kennedy, NSWC PCD Littorals and Undersea Surveillance Division head. (U.S. Navy photo by Eddie Green)

Rojoef Manuel

US Navy Opens Florida Laboratory for Underwater Tech Research

The US Navy has inaugurated a new acoustic trial and instrumentation facility for research and development of underwater solutions in Panama City, Florida.

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