The United States and the United Kingdom are stepping up cooperation to tackle the growing threat posed underwater drones, launching a joint initiative aimed at protecting ports and critical maritime infrastructure. Defense officials have outlined plans for a new framework designed to detect and neutralize unmanned undersea vehicles, which are increasingly seen as a risk […]
Portugal is set to introduce Europe’s first purpose-built drone carrier, marking a significant shift in how smaller naval powers project capability at sea. The new vessel, D João II, officially designated as a Multifunctional Naval Platform, has been designed to operate unmanned aerial, surface, and underwater systems rather than conventional fighter aircraft. Measuring just over […]
Russia has reported destroying four Ukrainian drone boats near the Black Sea port of Tuapse, in what appears to be the latest escalation of maritime hostilities between the two countries. The incident highlights how the conflict continues to extend beyond the front lines and into the strategic coastal regions that play a crucial role in […]
