U.S. Navy

The US Marines have received the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS) and Marine Air Defense Integrated System (MADIS) on Okinawa. The systems will be used by the 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine Division.

The U.S. Navy is changing how it develops research, aiming to reduce bureaucracy and focus on projects that aren't already being funded by the private sector. The Navy's top science official announced a new strategy for the service's $3 billion annual research budget. This shift is intended to make the development pipeline more efficient and effective.

The US Marines launched a surveillance drone from a warship in the South China Sea, demonstrating a new capability that doesn't require a runway or dedicated launch infrastructure. This technology has the potential to keep Chinese military planners concerned. The launch was conducted on June 17, 2026, and involved the Department of the Navy and Marines.

US Navy Seabees and divers constructed a joint construction management system boat ramp at a temporary training site, enhancing shoreline access capability. The project transformed the site from an expeditionary launch point to a more durable access point. This effort demonstrates the Navy's ability to establish and improve infrastructure in support of operations.

The US Navy awarded Boeing a contract worth up to $880 million to provide training systems for the P-8A Poseidon aircraft. The deal covers procurement, sustainment, and modernization of training systems. The P-8A is used for submarine hunting, surface vessel tracking, and surveillance.

Three U.S. Navy ships completed a two-day force protection exercise at Naval Station Mayport. The exercise was held pierside and concluded on June 16.

The Senate Armed Services Committee wants the Navy to continue developing the next-generation DDG(X) destroyer, in addition to the new Trump-class battleship. The committee believes the Navy needs DDG(X) as a platform to succeed the Arleigh Burke-class Flight III destroyers. This development is part of the Fiscal Year 2027 defense policy bill.

The Navy is creating a new Reserve unit called the Navy Innovation Unit, which will allow new officers to join at ranks as high as commander through direct commissioning starting in fiscal year 2027. This initiative aims to bring in fresh talent to drive innovation in Navy tech.

The US Naval Research Laboratory has successfully demonstrated a laser system that can wirelessly transmit power and counter drones. This dual-use capability could reshape how troops operate in the field. The system's ability to shift between power transmission and defensive posture makes it a potentially game-changing technology.

The US Navy has completed the first phase of integrating the F-35C with the Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM). Lockheed Martin is leading the effort to pair the two systems, enhancing the Navy's long-range strike capability. The integration is a key step in advancing the F-35C's capabilities.

The US Navy awarded General Dynamics Mission Systems a $116.6 million contract for torpedo sonar kits to enhance its submarine detection capabilities. This investment aims to improve the Navy's ability to detect and track submerged submarines. The contract highlights the Navy's ongoing efforts to maintain its underwater surveillance capabilities.

The George Washington Carrier Strike Group has arrived in Guam for its first port visit of its spring patrol. The group includes the USS George Washington aircraft carrier, a cruiser, and two destroyers. The visit highlights Guam's importance as a naval hub.

The Senate Armed Services Committee seeks to strip the president's waiver authority to approve offshore ship construction for US Navy vessels. This move aims to limit the use of foreign shipyards in building US Navy ships.

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Daryl Caudle visited Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility to discuss key projects and initiatives. The team explored multi-million-dollar infrastructure improvements and investments in emerging technologies. A tour of Dry Docks 3 and 4 was also conducted.

The U.S. Navy has awarded Castelion a $23.4 million firm-fixed-price order for the Blackbeard hypersonic weapon, moving it toward early operational use. The contract marks the first production order for the hypersonic missile, which can reach speeds of 3,800 mph.

Four NAVSEA Warfare Centers Divisions showcased technological advances at the 2026 Department of War Lab Day at the Pentagon. The event highlighted innovations benefitting the warfighter. The showcased capabilities demonstrate the latest in naval warfare technology.

Kimberly A. Bishop-Lilly, a scientist with Naval Medical Research Command, has been selected for the 2026 Dr. Delores M. Etter Top Scientists and Engineers of the Year Award. The award recognizes her contributions in the Individual Scientist category. She works at the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Maryland.

The Department of the Navy has awarded task orders to Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Public Sector, and Oracle America for cloud computing services under the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability contract. The awards were announced by the Neptune Cloud Management Office. The contract aims to provide cloud computing services to support the Department of the Navy's joint warfighting capabilities.

Parsons has received a potential $184 million contract to support the Navy's Intelligence Carry-On Program, which provides portable intelligence capabilities for battlespace awareness and readiness. The contract aims to enhance the Navy's intelligence gathering and analysis capabilities. The program supports the Navy's advancement in digital engineering and AI

The US Navy is deploying a new generation of drone-based countermeasures to search for naval mines in the Gulf. The system will be used to detect and potentially neutralize mines laid by Iran. This technology aims to ensure safe shipping lanes in the region.

The joint and coalition forces exercise RED FLAG-Alaska 26-2 has concluded, involving over 2,100 service members and 75 aircraft from five partner nations. The exercise provided advanced combat training in the largest instrumented air and ground combat training range in the world. The training aimed to enhance readiness and interoperability among participating forces.

The US Navy has launched a solicitation for industry input on the historic Bremerton Multi-Mission Dry Dock modernization project. The project is part of the modernization of Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility. A Sources Sought Announcement has been posted on SAM.gov.

The first three F-35A Lightning II aircraft have officially arrived in Poland, marking a historic upgrade to NATO's eastern frontline. An induction ceremony is set for June 12.

The Navy Quality of Service Cross-Functional Team and PAE Maritime's In-Service Aircraft Carrier Program Office are changing how the Navy executes aircraft carrier Refueling and Complex Overhaul. This new approach begins with USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) and aims to reclaim up to 1 million sailor man-hours. The initiative involves leveraging industry contracts to improve efficiency.

The US Navy's Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training and Evaluation Unit One is evaluating a new mine-clearing capability to support distributed maritime operations in the Indo-Pacific. This development comes after identifying new requirements in the region. The effort is part of the Navy's response to challenges in the area, including those highlighted by Operation Epic Fury.

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Lockheed Martin has been awarded a potential $2.29 billion contract by the US Navy to provide sustainment services for the global F-35 fleet. The company will offer technical support for land-based and maritime F-35 operations at new operating locations worldwide.

The US Naval Research Laboratory has received a transportable satellite tracking antenna system from the US Space Force's Space Systems Command to expand joint satellite tracking and testing capabilities. The system was transferred to the NRL's Blossom Point Tracking Facility in Maryland. This move aims to boost the lab's satellite testing capabilities.

The US Navy has reestablished a submarine squadron that was decommissioned 14 years ago, relocating it to a Royal Australian Navy base near Perth. This move is a significant step in implementing the AUKUS security pact, turning it from a diplomatic agreement into a working military partnership. The reestablished squadron aims to enhance military cooperation between the US and Australia.