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Maritime Security
February 2020
Hull-Mounted Sonar Market Projected to Grow
Hull-mounted sensors are set to be the fastest growing portion of the overall global sonar market, which is projected to increase over the next 10 years, according to a new report. -
Navy News
January 2020
SNA NEWS: Top Navy Official Calls for Higher Budget Topline
By Connie LeeThe Navy needs more than a third of the Defense Department budget to pursue its shipbuilding goals, the Chief of Naval Operations said Jan. 14. -
Navy News
October 2019
JUST IN: Navy May Need More Money for Ford Carrier Fixes
The Navy may need additional funding to fix problems with the USS Gerald R. Ford class carriers, the service’s secretary said Oct. 30. -
Navy News
October 2019
Navy Seeking New Technology For Unmanned Boats, Subs
The Navy is looking to bolster its fleet of unmanned surface and subsurface systems with a slew of new platforms and upgrades. -
Undersea Warfare
September 2019
Royal Navy Employing AI for Mine Hunting
The United Kingdom’s Royal Navy is utilizing artificial intelligence to enable autonomous mine-hunting vessels. -
Shipbuilding
September 2019
MODERN DAY MARINE NEWS: Marine Corps Aims to Ease the Burden for Amphibious Warships
By Connie LeeAs the Navy prepares for a potential change in its composition, the Marine Corps is looking for alternative platforms that will relieve some responsibilities from amphibious assault ships. -
Robotics and Autonomous Systems
September 2019
NEWS FROM DSEI: Vendors Unveil New Versions of Robotic Subs, Boats at London Show
LONDON — Makers of underwater and surface unmanned vehicles took the opportunity to reveal new versions of their robots this week at the world’s largest defense trade show. -
Maritime Security
August 2019
SPECIAL REPORT: Non-Military Factors Shape Arctic Power Balance
By Connie LeeEstablishing a military presence is only one side of the coin to gaining influence in the Arctic region, according to one analyst. Besides establishing a military presence, there are also economic and diplomatic factors that must be taken into consideration. -
Maritime Security
August 2019
SPECIAL REPORT: Great Power Competition Extends to Arctic
By Connie LeeFor years the Arctic’s harsh environment has prevented countries from mining its rich natural resources and accessing prime shipping routes. But as the climate warms and thick barriers of ice continue to melt, the region is now becoming a hot spot for economic activity. -
Maritime Security
June 2019
Navy Shipbuilding Plan Could Soon Be Tossed Overboard
By Jon HarperThe Navy’s new 30-year shipbuilding plan is intended to send a strong demand signal and pro-vide predictability for the industrial base. However, trends that are informing a new force structure assessment could soon upend the blueprint.
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