US deploys uncrewed drone boats in conflict with IranThe deployment of the vessels marks the first time Washington has confirmed using such vessels in an active conflict, according to Reuters.By David Jeans, Reuters3 hours ago
US Navy launches new Golden Fleet-era USV program, terminates old oneThe service is seeking production-ready, mission-capable unmanned surface vessels. By Riley Ceder7 hours ago
USS Nimitz, now in service until 2027, heads to SOUTHCOM exerciseThe aircraft carrier was set to be decommissioned in 2026 but had its service life recently extended to March 2027. By Riley Ceder2 days ago
The US has counter-mine ships homeported in the Middle East. Are they effective?Some military and defense experts argue the Independence-class littoral combat ship equipped with the MCM mission package falls short of its predecessor.By Riley Ceder3 days ago
Two US counter-mine ships based in the Middle East are now in Singapore, Navy saysThe USS Santa Barbara and USS Tulsa, which are homeported in Bahrain, arrived in Singapore this week. By Riley Ceder7 days ago
US Navy taps Gecko Robotics to help remedy maintenance headachesGecko deploys AI and robotics on 18 ships assigned to the Navy’s U.S. Pacific FleetBy J.D. Simkins9 days ago