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UK Launches AI-Powered Maritime Surveillance System to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet in Baltic
Defense
January 7, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

UK Launches AI-Powered Maritime Surveillance System to Counter Russian Shadow Fleet in Baltic

In response to recent damage to critical undersea infrastructure, the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) has activated an advanced AI-powered surveillance system to monitor potential maritime threats and track Russia’s...
Icebreaker ‘Storis’ Officially Joins U.S. Coast Guard Fleet
Defense
January 6, 2025
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

Icebreaker ‘Storis’ Officially Joins U.S. Coast Guard Fleet

The Biden administration plans to impose more sanctions on Russia over its war on Ukraine, taking aim at its oil revenues with action against tankers carrying Russian crude, three sources with knowledge of the matter said.
USCGC Polar Star Departs Sydney on Antarctic Resupply Mission
Defense
January 2, 2025
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

USCGC Polar Star Departs Sydney on Antarctic Resupply Mission

The U.S. Coast Guard’s only heavy icebreaker, USCGC Polar Star (WAGB 10), has departed Sydney to begin its Antarctic mission supporting Operation Deep Freeze 2025. The departure marks the vessel’s...
U.S. Department of Defense Sounds Alarm Bells About China’s Growing Presence in Arctic
Defense
January 2, 2025
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Department of Defense Sounds Alarm Bells About China’s Growing Presence in Arctic

By Malte Humpert (gCaptain) – China’s Arctic activities feature prominently in a new DoD report to Congress about the country’s military and security developments. In the decade since gaining observer status...
U.S. Forces Strike Houthi Weapons Facilities and Radar Sites in Yemen Amid Red Sea Tensions
Defense
December 31, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Forces Strike Houthi Weapons Facilities and Radar Sites in Yemen Amid Red Sea Tensions

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted precision strikes against Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen on December 30 and 31, targeting key military infrastructure and weapons facilities. The strikes, carried out by...
Russian Navy Launches Second Arctic ‘Combat Icebreaker’
Defense
December 30, 2024
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

Russian Navy Launches Second Arctic ‘Combat Icebreaker’

The Admiralty Shipyards in Saint Petersburg launched the second armed Arctic icebreaker for Russia’s Navy.
Coast Guard Begins Construction of First Heavy Polar Icebreaker in Five Decades
Defense
December 24, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Coast Guard Begins Construction of First Heavy Polar Icebreaker in Five Decades

The U.S. Coast Guard has received approval to commence construction of its first heavy polar icebreaker in more than 50 years. The milestone announcement comes as the service also reveals...
Iran Oil Tycoon ‘Hector’ Plays Key Role in Arms Sales to Russia
Defense
December 24, 2024
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

Iran Oil Tycoon ‘Hector’ Plays Key Role in Arms Sales to Russia

An Iranian oil tycoon who’s managed to quietly embed himself in the heart of the Western financial system is among a cadre of businessmen handling weapons deliveries across the Caspian Sea to Russia, helping Moscow in its war in Ukraine.
Netanyahu Says Israel Will Continue To Act Against The Houthis
Defense
December 22, 2024
From 
Reuters
 via 
gCaptain

Netanyahu Says Israel Will Continue To Act Against The Houthis

JERUSALEM, Dec 22 (Reuters) – Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday Israel would continue acting against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, whom he accused of threatening world shipping and the international order, and...
U.S. Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Production Decision Expected This Week After Multi-Year Delay
Defense
December 20, 2024
From 
Malte Humpert
 via 
gCaptain

U.S. Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Production Decision Expected This Week After Multi-Year Delay

In a major step for the U.S. Coast Guard’s efforts to construct its first heavy icebreaker in 50 years, the production decision by the Department of Homeland Security is expected this week.
Bipartisan SHIPS Act Aims to Revitalize U.S. Maritime Industry, Counter China’s Dominance
Defense
December 19, 2024
From 
Mike Schuler
 via 
gCaptain

Bipartisan SHIPS Act Aims to Revitalize U.S. Maritime Industry, Counter China’s Dominance

In a landmark move to restore America’s maritime leadership, a bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced comprehensive legislation aimed at rebuilding the nation’s declining shipbuilding and commercial maritime industries. The...
German Lawmakers Approve €4.7 Billion Order for Submarines
Defense
December 19, 2024
From 
Bloomberg
 via 
gCaptain

German Lawmakers Approve €4.7 Billion Order for Submarines

German lawmakers approved the government’s request for €4.7 billion to buy four additional U212CD submarines from Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems GmbH on top of the two already ordered.