Ferguson Marine, Scotland's state-owned shipyard, will cut 70 jobs via voluntary redundancy as it awaits confirmation of promised new orders from the Scottish government, citing the need to protect long-term viability.
Washington issued a directive requiring foreign shipbuilders to build new US shipyards or acquire controlling stakes in existing ones, train American workers, and transfer proprietary techniques to boost domestic naval capacity.
Mikhail Budnichenko announced Sevmash will deliver two vessels to the Russian Navy by year end. The Project 885M nuclear submarine Perm will complete all test stages this year. Additional reports cover Ukraine conflict, EU sanctions, and Russian economic updates.
Naval analysts have identified what appears to be a new class of Chinese submarine, first reported in early June. High-resolution images from May 29 show the boat, estimated at 120 meters long, on a floating dock, suggesting a new design with a reduced sail.
Australia is investing A$4.6 billion (US$3.2 billion) into a shipyard in Osborne, South Australia, to build sovereign capability for its future submarine fleet under the AUKUS deal, addressing concerns over slow production rates from the US and UK.
Australia has announced an additional $4.6 billion investment for the Submarine Construction Yard at Adelaide's Osborne shipyards, bringing total AUKUS funding there to $8.5 billion. This aims to develop sovereign capability for nuclear-powered submarines and create thousands of jobs, with the first delivery expected in the early 2040s.
Officials from a U.S. House Appropriations subcommittee visited Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries shipyards in South Korea to inspect warship building capabilities. This follows a U.S.-S. Korea summit agreement and a recent change in U.S. legislation potentially easing a ban on foreign military vessel construction.
Commercial satellite imagery from Planet Labs shows significant construction progress on a new, larger variant of China's Type 901 fast replenishment ship at the Comec Longxue shipyard near Guangzhou, designed to support advanced aircraft carriers like the forthcoming Type 004 and their battle groups.
Technical failures on advanced US Navy warships, including fires and electrical malfunctions, raise concerns about reliability. A Chinese military magazine cites incidents on carriers and destroyers, attributing issues to complex technology, prolonged deployments, and maintenance shortfalls, suggesting broader structural challenges.
The Centre is divesting 2.52% of its stake in Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) through an Offer for Sale (OFS) with a floor price of Rs 1,400 per share. The sale, with an option to sell an additional 2.52%, aims to support India's maritime ecosystem development.
The Indian government plans to sell up to 5.04% of its stake in Cochin Shipyard Ltd through an Offer for Sale (OFS). The bidding for institutional investors starts July 7, followed by retail investors on July 8, with a floor price set at Rs 1,400 per share. This move is part of the government's disinvestment program.
The Amur Shipyard, part of the United Shipbuilding Corporation, has launched the Shtorm, a Project 22800 small missile ship. This is the third vessel of its series, designed for combat operations in the near-sea zone and equipped with Kalibr missile systems.
Kochi police are investigating after workers at Cochin Shipyard discovered a message reading "I Love Pakistan" etched inside a vessel undergoing maintenance. The writing, found on an internal wall about 10 days ago, prompted a complaint from the shipyard, a sensitive naval facility.
Andrey Puchkov, CEO of the United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC), stated at the Fleet-2026 show that the company's shipyards and design bureaus possess the competencies to develop military-technical cooperation with foreign partners, citing ongoing work with the Indian Navy.
Jiangnan Shipyard reveals a floating green marine hub concept powered by a molten salt nuclear reactor, integrating shipping, energy production, and green fuel synthesis, showcased at Posidonia International Shipping Exhibition.
China is reportedly building a new submarine at Shanghai's Jiangnan Shipyard with a futuristic finless design, aiming to enhance stealth, maneuverability, and speed. Analysts suggest this move signifies Beijing's push to advance underwater capabilities.
NC AI will supply autonomous welding AI technology to Hanwha Ocean's shipbuilding sites, utilizing its 'VAETKI Vision' VLM to overcome harsh welding environment challenges.
China's fourth aircraft carrier, the Type 004, is rapidly taking shape, featuring advanced capabilities like nuclear power and electromagnetic catapults. This development highlights global investment in aircraft carriers, despite their vulnerability to modern threats like drones and missiles.
China State Shipbuilding Corporation released a photo of a massive hull, speculated to be the world's largest naval support ship, sparking debate on the PLA Navy's future logistical capabilities for blue-water operations.
A fire and subsequent explosion at a Staten Island shipyard injured at least 16 people, including three with serious injuries. The incident began with a fire in a basement, followed by a major explosion about 50 minutes later. The cause is under investigation.
A fire and two explosions at a New York City shipyard on Friday resulted in one civilian death and 36 injuries, primarily among first responders. Officials are investigating the cause of the complex, fast-developing emergency.
A major explosion and fire at a New York City shipyard on Staten Island has resulted in one fatality and dozens of injuries. The incident began with a fire around 3:30 p.m. Friday, followed by an explosion an hour later as firefighters battled the blaze. Hazmat, police, and other city agencies are responding.
A fire and explosion at a Staten Island shipyard injured at least 16 people, including three critically. Separately, a federal appeals court rejected a review of a case involving Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist, potentially allowing his re-arrest and deportation. Tulsi Gabbard resigned as Director of National Intelligence due to her husband's cancer, amidst speculation about disagreements with President Trump over Iran policy.
A fire and subsequent explosion at a Staten Island shipyard injured at least 16 people, including three with serious injuries. Firefighters responded to a report of trapped workers and found a fire, which escalated to a major explosion about 50 minutes later. The cause is under investigation.
