Naval & Patrol

More and more navies getting their feet wet with UMVs

More and more navies getting their feet wet with UMVs

By David Foxwell Publication by the International Institute for International Affairs (IISS) of the Military Balance every year has always been an eagerly awaited moment in defence circles, particularly as now in times of conflict and military confrontation. The annual assessment of military capabilities and defence economics of 173 countries has become an essential resource […]

Immersive technology ‘key to maintaining future fleets’

Immersive technology ‘key to maintaining future fleets’

The digital era is ushering in a new phase of technological advancements that will revolutionize maritime defence. Extended reality (XR), artificial intelligence (AI), secure connectivity, and data collection are just a few of the solutions that the Royal Navy can leverage to enhance operations, maintenance, navigation, and mission management. As Fairbanks Morse Defense explains, immersive […]

JFD wins NATO Submarine Rescue System contract

JFD wins NATO Submarine Rescue System contract

A contract has been awarded for ongoing support of the NATO Submarine Rescue System as other countries also invest in submarine rescue capability In December 2022, UK-based JFD was awarded a further contract in support of the NATO Submarine Rescue System (NSRS). The NSRS ‘Third In-Service Support’ (3ISS) contract is a five-year contract that is […]