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Austal Disputes Hanwha’s Claims About U.S. Regulatory Approval for 100% Ownership
Defense
June 10, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
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gCaptain

Austal Disputes Hanwha’s Claims About U.S. Regulatory Approval for 100% Ownership

Australian shipbuilder Austal Limited (ASX: ASB) has challenged South Korean defense giant Hanwha Group’s announcement regarding U.S. regulatory approval for increased ownership, creating uncertainty around the potential acquisition. In a...
China Sends Two Carriers Into Pacific in First-Ever Dual Deployment Near Japan
Defense
June 10, 2025
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Bloomberg
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gCaptain

China Sends Two Carriers Into Pacific in First-Ever Dual Deployment Near Japan

A Chinese aircraft carrier made one of its deepest forays into the Pacific Ocean over the weekend as Beijing continues to project its military power further from its shores. The Liaoning and three other Chinese naval vessels were seen on Saturday around 300 kilometers (some 185 miles) southwest of the remote, uninhabited Japanese island of Minamitori, according to a statement from Japan’s Joint Chief of Staff.
Chinese Aircraft Carrier Seen Operating Deeper Into Pacific
Defense
June 10, 2025
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Bloomberg
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gCaptain

Chinese Aircraft Carrier Seen Operating Deeper Into Pacific

A Chinese aircraft carrier made one of its deepest forays into the Pacific Ocean over the weekend as Beijing continues to project its military power further from its shores. The Liaoning and three other Chinese naval vessels were seen on Saturday around 300 kilometers (some 185 miles) southwest of the remote, uninhabited Japanese island of Minamitori, according to a statement from Japan’s Joint Chief of Staff.
South Korea’s Hanwha Cleared to Boost Control of U.S. Navy Shipbuilder Austal
Defense
June 9, 2025
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Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

South Korea’s Hanwha Cleared to Boost Control of U.S. Navy Shipbuilder Austal

Hanwha Group has received clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to increase its shareholding in Australian shipbuilder Austal Limited up to 100%, marking a...
Taiwan Coast Guard, Military Drill To Better Face China’s ‘Grey Zone’ Threat
Defense
June 8, 2025
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Reuters
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gCaptain

Taiwan Coast Guard, Military Drill To Better Face China’s ‘Grey Zone’ Threat

By Ben Blanchard KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan, June 8 (Reuters) – Taiwan’s coast guard held drills with the military on Sunday to better practice joint operations in the face of what the government in Taipei says...
DHS Cancels $260M Coast Guard Cutter Contract with Huntington Ingalls
Defense
June 5, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

DHS Cancels $260M Coast Guard Cutter Contract with Huntington Ingalls

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced today the cancellation of a delayed Legend-class National Security Cutter contract with Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), resulting in $260 million in taxpayer...
U.S. Coast Guard’s New Arctic Icebreaker USCGC Storis Sets Sail on Maiden Voyage
Defense
June 4, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Coast Guard’s New Arctic Icebreaker USCGC Storis Sets Sail on Maiden Voyage

The U.S. Coast Guard has marked a significant milestone in its Arctic capabilities with the maiden voyage of its newest icebreaker, USCGC Storis (WAGB 21), departing from Pascagoula, Mississippi. The...
Defense Secretary Orders Renaming of USNS Harvey Milk Amid DEI Policy Changes
Defense
June 3, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Defense Secretary Orders Renaming of USNS Harvey Milk Amid DEI Policy Changes

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the U.S. Navy to rename the USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO 206), a John Lewis-class fleet oiler that was delivered to the Navy in 2023,...
Russia’s Northern Fleet Not Targeted by Massive Ukrainian Drone Attack Contrary to Initial Reports
Defense
June 3, 2025
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

Russia’s Northern Fleet Not Targeted by Massive Ukrainian Drone Attack Contrary to Initial Reports

As the scope of Ukraine’s massive stealth drone attack across Russia over the weekend comes into focus, one thing now appears clear. Contrary to early media reports Operation Spiderweb did not target Russia’s Northern Fleet and its home base in Kola Bay north of Murmansk.
USS Harry S. Truman Strike Group Returns After Extended Deployment Marked by Major Combat Operations
Defense
June 2, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

USS Harry S. Truman Strike Group Returns After Extended Deployment Marked by Major Combat Operations

The USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group has returned to Norfolk, Virginia, following an eight-month deployment that included extensive combat operations in the Middle East and exercises with NATO...
UK to Expand Submarine Fleet in Shift to ‘Warfighting Readiness’
Defense
June 2, 2025
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Reuters
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gCaptain

UK to Expand Submarine Fleet in Shift to ‘Warfighting Readiness’

Britain will expand its nuclear-powered attack submarine fleet as part of a defense review to be published on Monday that is designed to prepare the country to fight a modern war and counter the threat from Russia.
U.S. Maritime Power in Decline: New Report Reveals Critical National Security Risks
Defense
May 28, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Maritime Power in Decline: New Report Reveals Critical National Security Risks

A new report released today by the Open Markets Institute paints a dire picture of America’s diminishing maritime capabilities, highlighting unprecedented risks to national security and economic independence. Transportation policy...