The MAD-FIRES round is a prototype rocket propelled smart shell for the Navy’s 57mm guns. Standing for Multi-Azimuth Defense Fast Intercept Round Engagement System, the round will provide guided hit-to-kill… Continue reading "MAD-FIRES 57mm Shell May Provide Expanded Capabilities to Navy’s Mk 110 Guns"
For US Navy watchers, the FFG(X) program presents a chance to return to form for the USN. The last true frigate the USN operated was the Oliver Hazard Perry class,… Continue reading "FFG(X): What Will the US Navy Choose for its New Frigate?"
Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), a subsidiary of the UAE defense company EDGE Group, announced a €1 billion contract to supply the Angolan Navy with a fleet of BR71 Mk… Continue reading "The Angolan Navy Orders Three BR71 MKII Corvettes From EDGE Group"
BRP Nestor Acero (PG901) and BRP Lolinato To-ong (PG902) were christened on 6 September. The two brand new Israeli patrol boats are the first of nine that the Philippines has… Continue reading "Philippine Navy Christens Two Brand New Israeli Patrol Boats"