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Defence
Every Vessel Hunter story on Defence: 6 stories, from 11 July 2026 to 4 October 2026. Newest: "Damen claims nearly €4.7bn from Germany over cancelled F126 frigate order". Each story links to the ships and ports it names, so a name in the text opens the record behind it.
Damen claims nearly €4.7bn from Germany over cancelled F126 frigate order
Damen is claiming nearly €4.7bn in compensation from the German government after Berlin cancelled its order for six F126 frigates and simulators at the end of June.
A Second Bidder Emerges for Austal USA as Wildcat Holds Early Talks
Austal has confirmed preliminary discussions with Wildcat Infrastructure, a US investment firm reported to be interested in Austal USA and a potential rival to Hanwha's approach.
UK and Netherlands to build eight amphibious ships in £2.4bn programme
The UK and the Netherlands have confirmed a joint £2.4bn programme to build eight amphibious transport ships, four for each navy, using Dutch naval design.
Lockheed Martin to buy Ultra Maritime for $3.45bn
Lockheed Martin has agreed to buy naval-defence specialist Ultra Maritime for $3.45bn, expanding its anti-submarine portfolio.
UK and Netherlands sign £2.4bn amphibious shipbuilding deal
The UK and the Netherlands have signed a £2.4bn deal to jointly build eight amphibious transport ships, four for each navy.
Naval Group says Europe is increasingly 'buying European'
Naval Group's chief says European governments are choosing home-grown suppliers more often, lifting the group's regional revenue toward €1bn.
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