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Lockheed Martin to acquire Ultra Maritime for $3.45B
Acquisition to expand US defense giant’s anti-submarine warfare and undersea capabilities
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Defence Blog
· Jul 9, 2026
U.S. Navy buys drone boats modeled on drug smuggler design
The U.S. Naval Sea Systems Command awarded ReconCraft LLC, a boatbuilder based in Anchorage, Alaska, a 24.96 million contract for autonomous low-profile vessels, a category of uncrewed watercraft the military has openly borrowed from the same low-visibility, semi-submersible design smugglers pioneered to avoid radar and visual detection while running narcotics through open water. Autonomous low-profile []
Splash247
· Jun 23, 2026
Taylor Maritime adds two more deals to disposal run
London-listed dry bulk owner Taylor Maritime is set to return at least 45m to shareholders after agreeing two more vessel-related disposals. The Ed Buttery-led company said it had sold one vessel that had been subject to a purchase option, generating net proceeds of 11.4m. Taylor Maritime has also agreed terms for the sale of its
Bloomberg
· Jul 6, 2026
Lockheed to Buy Ultra Maritime for $3.45 Billion in Sea Push
Lockheed Martin Corp. agreed to buy naval defense business Ultra Maritime, which focuses on submarine detection systems, for 3.45 billion as the US defense giant broadens its undersea weapons portfolio.
NDTV
· Jun 25, 2026
Unknown 'Projectile' Attacks Cargo Ship In Strait Of Hormuz
British marine security firm Vanguard Tech identified that vessel as the Singapore-flagged container ship Ever Lovely.
CBC News
· Jul 10, 2026
Transport Canada detains boat linked to fatal B.C. sinking, citing violations
The company's other boat Top Ocean sank on the morning of June 28 with 10 people on board. Transport Canada says the company's 11-metre sister vessel is a pleasure craft being operated as a commercial passenger boat.
Korea Times News
· Jul 9, 2026
Korean shipbuilders eye US naval market after Canada submarine setback
Korean shipbuilders eye US naval market after Canada submarine setback
ABC News
· Jul 9, 2026
Germany reaches deal with US to buy long-range Tomahawk missiles, Merz says
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Global News
· Jul 2, 2026
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· Jul 11, 2026
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Loonie Politics
· Jul 7, 2026
Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money
VICTORIA — The federal government’s submarine contract with a German company offers a “tremendous amount of opportunity” to propel British Columbia’s shipping industry, political and business leaders say. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced in Halifax on Monday that Canada has chosen German defence manufacturer TKMS as the preferred supplier of up 12 submarines, with both [] The post Business leader says he hopes Greater Victoria gets fair share of submarine money appeared first on Loonie Politics.
Seeking Alpha
· Jul 10, 2026
Seanergy Maritime: Half The Year Is Already Sold - Maintaining Strong Buy
Seanergy Maritime: Half The Year Is Already Sold - Maintaining Strong Buy
GovCon Wire
· Jul 7, 2026
Lockheed Martin to Expand Undersea Portfolio With Ultra Maritime Acquisition
Lockheed Martin will add Ultra Maritime’s sonar, sonobuoys, torpedo defense and autonomous maritime sensing capabilities Ultra Maritime’s portfolio will strengthen Lockheed’s anti-submarine and undersea warfare offerings The acquisition will expand support for U.S. and allied naval forces Lockheed Martin has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ultra Maritime from private equity firm Advent for 3.45 billion,
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· Jun 29, 2026
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The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jun 23, 2026
Plan to sell artifacts from Titanic faces US government opposition
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BERNAMA
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World : Singapore-Registered Ship Sustains Minor Damage In Strait Of Hormuz - MPA
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UrduPoint
· Jul 2, 2026
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Abu Dhabi Maritime CEO: New maritime business directory supports emirate’s efforts to attract global investment
Quartz
· Jun 22, 2026
Canada's MDA Space is buying a Raytheon satellite unit for $620 million
The all-cash deal gives the Canadian firm a U.S. manufacturing footprint and a path to bid on classified defense contracts
WRAL News
· Jun 23, 2026
From plastic waste to Wolfpack wear: NC State launches apparel collaboration
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The Jerusalem Post
· Jun 21, 2026
Israeli secret firm works with Germany to replace American Tomahawk missile - report
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