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Next-Gen Naval Platforms

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Discover the future of maritime defense with next-gen naval platforms.

From stealth warships to autonomous submarines, we cover the pioneering technologies transforming naval operations, boosting versatility, firepower, and stealth to secure dominance on and beneath the waves.

  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

REGENT’s Electric ‘Flying Boat’ Achieves ‘World’s First’ Crewed Flight

Viceroy Seaglider is an electric hybrid that combines the characteristics of a boat and an aircraft.
  • Akhsan Erido Elezhar
  • September 7, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

The US Army’s New Sea Hauler Can Move an Entire Main Battle Tank

USAV Craney Island uses an aluminum hull, waterjet propulsion, and drive-through bow and stern ramps.
  • Akhsan Erido Elezhar
  • August 18, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

A Floating Gun Station Gives Russia a New Defense Against Sea Drones

The Plot-40 is designed to protect Russia’s coastal infrastructure with a remotely operated gun.
  • Ethan M. Encarnacion
  • August 17, 2026
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  • Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

Lockheed Sends New AI-Enabled Submarine Hunter Into Live Sea Trials

SensorMAX tests showed the AI-enabled sonar system could analyze data, manage up to eight feeds, and retrain new detection models.
  • Akhsan Erido Elezhar
  • August 6, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

Rheinmetall Introduces 6,000-Tonne Frigate for NATO’s Future Fleets

The GMF 140 combines air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and long-range strike capabilities in a single frigate.
  • Ethan M. Encarnacion
  • August 4, 2026
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  • Weapons

Spain Is Developing a New Last-Line Defense for Its Warships

Point-defense system uses a laser-guided system to protect Spanish Navy warships from boats, drones, and anti-ship missiles.
  • Akhsan Erido Elezhar
  • July 29, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

Elbit’s New Maritime Concept Turns Merchant Ships Into Floating Drone Bases

The floating remote aerial base transforms merchant ships into platforms for persistent maritime drone operations.
  • Ethan M. Encarnacion
  • July 20, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

Drone-Ready Flight Decks Anchor New UK-Dutch Amphibious Fleet

A Royal Navy LCU Mk10 landing craft and a vintage WWII DUKW amphibious vehicle flying the White Ensign flag during the D-Day 80th anniversary commemoration.
The transport ships serve as amphibious platforms for troops, military equipment, and future uncrewed aerial systems.
  • Ethan M. Encarnacion
  • July 9, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

Navantia UK Reveals 1,000-Tonne Autonomous Vessel for Future Hybrid Fleets

LASV75 is a 75-meter autonomous surface vessel with 1,000-tonne displacement, a modular mission deck, and vertical launch system integration.
  • Akhsan Erido Elezhar
  • June 4, 2026
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  • Next-Gen Naval Platforms

Israel’s DIAMOND Solution Expands Frigate Combat Power With Networked Wing-Ships

IAI’s DIAMOND links small vessels to a frigate’s combat systems, extending its missile and drone reach.
  • Ethan M. Encarnacion
  • June 1, 2026
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