DefenseUSS Washington (SSN 787) Undocks at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard On Schedule
USS Washington (SSN 787) successfully undocked on schedule at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard on Oct. 28, 2026.
Original source: U.S. Navy News ↗HERALD · Defense · 11 stories
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DefenseUSS Columbia Arrives at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard
USS Columbia (SSN 771) arrived at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard on Oct. 29, 2026.
Original source: U.S. Navy News ↗
DefenseRauma Shipyard Launches Third Pohjanmaa-Class Corvette for the Finnish Navy
Rauma Marine Constructions launched the third Pohjanmaa-class corvette for the Finnish Navy's Squadron 2020 program.
Original source: Naval News ↗
DefenseTelle says Army will ‘find the weak links’ in the industrial supply chain through ‘manufacturing rodeo’
Army Secretary Telle announced a manufacturing rodeo to identify supply chain weaknesses at the AUSA conference, but provided no specifics on the initiative's scope or implementation.
Original source: Archive · 2026-10-13 · DefenseScoop ↗More reporting
DefenseShield AI Delivers First V-BATs to Taiwan, Deepening its Partnership with Taiwan Coast Guard Administration
Shield AI delivered the first V-BAT to the Taiwan Coast Guard Administration via partner AIDC on October 13, 2026.
Original source: Archive · 2026-10-14 · Shield AI ↗
DefenseU.S. Navy Seeks Information on SSN(X) Next Gen Submarine
U.S. Navy issued a Sources Sought Notice on October 9th requesting industry input on SSN(X) manufacturing capabilities to succeed the Virginia-class fast attack submarines.
Original source: Naval News ↗
DefenseRaytheon awarded $6.3 billion multi-year contract for SM-3 IB interceptors
Raytheon secured a five-year contract valued up to $6.3 billion for SM-3 IB interceptor production and sustainment, with two option years included.
Original source: Naval News ↗
DefenseSaronic Breaks Ground on Port Alpha Shipyard in Texas
Saronic has broken ground on Port Alpha, a new Texas shipyard aimed at revolutionizing U.S. autonomous maritime systems.
Original source: Naval News ↗
DefenseNaval Group Begins Production of Sweden’s First FDI Frigate Just One Month After Contract Signing
Naval Group begins production of the Royal Swedish Navy's first FDI frigate, FDI Luleå, in Lorient one month after contract signing.
Original source: Archive · 2026-10-02 · Naval News ↗
DefenseDutch ASWF Frigate Program Faces Further Delays as Belgium Evaluates Options
Dutch Defence outlines ASWF frigate progress and potential pivot to F126 industrial capacity following project delays, as Belgium weighs its options.
Original source: Naval News ↗
DefenseCochin Shipyard Lays Keel for Indian Navy’s First NGMV
Cochin Shipyard has laid the keel for the Indian Navy's first Next Generation Missile Vessel, marking a major milestone for the stealth corvette program.
Original source: Naval News ↗