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As foreign investment increases, US officials are working to close supply-chain gaps.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on August 10, 2026

U.S. officials said Monday that they were working closely with foreigners to identify gaps in the U.S. supply chain and help small and medium-sized companies'scale up' to meet increasing demand. Assistant Secretary of Treasury Chris Pilkerton…

Globe and Mail reports that Canada has chosen TKMS of Germany to build 12 subs.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on July 6, 2026

The 'Globe and Mail' reported that Canada had chosen TKMS of Germany to build 12 subs for its navy. This deepens defense ties with 'Europe' ahead of a NATO summit centered around higher military spending. Sources cited in the report stated that…

South Korea's cabinet approves decree on $350 bln US investment plan

Posted to Maritime Reporter on June 9, 2026

The South Korean cabinet approved a presidential decree on Tuesday as part of the process of allowing $350 billion in strategic?investments to be made in the United States under the terms of the trade agreement signed between the two countries last year.

Taiwan fires first torpedo for its domestic submarine

Posted to Maritime Reporter on May 7, 2026

Taiwan conducted the first torpedo firing of its domestically-developed submarine. This is a significant milestone in a project that aims to strengthen deterrence and protect vital sea lanes if war breaks out. Taiwan, which China claims to be…

Gulf markets fall amid Middle East conflict escalation; Saudi edge higher

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 30, 2026

The Gulf stock markets fell in early trading on Monday after Yemen's Houthis attacked Israel?overnight, further escalating U.S. and Israel conflict with Iran -and its proxies - in the Middle East. Donald Trump, the U.S. president, said that…

Norway increases its long-term defense plan by $12 billion

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 27, 2026

The government announced on Friday that Norway will increase its defence expenditures by 115 billion crowns (about 11.87 billion dollars) between now and 2036 to compensate for the rising costs of military equipment. According to the government…

Hanwha Group aims to create 200,000 jobs or more in Canada by the year 2040

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 22, 2026

Hanwha Group, a South Korean conglomerate, aims to create 'at least 200,000 jobs' in Canada by 2040, through cooperation between various sectors, including shipbuilding. The company is competing for a highly contested subcontract. Hanwha will…

French and Benelux stocks: Factors to watch

Posted to Maritime Reporter on March 6, 2026

Here are some company news and stories that could impact the markets in France and Benelux or even individual stocks. BANIJAY GROUP N.V. Dutch content production and distribution company Banijay Group announced a full-year revenue totaling 4.88…

Trump Administration releases Maritime Action Plan aimed to revive US shipbuilding

Posted to Maritime Reporter on February 14, 2026

The Trump administration released on Friday a plan to rebuild U.S. shipbuilding and other maritime business, which will be paid for in part by port fees collected on cargo brought to the United States aboard ships manufactured in China. The…

Taiwan successfully completes the first underwater trial of a domestically-made submarine

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 30, 2026

Taiwan completed its first underwater sea test for its domestically developed sub on 'Thursday. This is a major milestone in a program aimed at strengthening the deterrence against the Chinese navy, and protecting important sea lanes if war breaks out.

Denmark and China renew their green maritime technology and shipbuilding agreement

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 27, 2026

China's Industry Ministry announced on Tuesday that China and Denmark had renewed their agreement to cooperate in green maritime technologies and?shipbuilding. The ministry also reaffirmed a "long-term partnership" in this sector. The renewed agreement comes amid heightened tensions between Denmark…

South Korea delegation to Canada to lobby on submarine project

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 25, 2026

South Korean Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon -sik announced on Monday that he would be heading to Canada with Hyundai Motor executives and representatives of shipbuilders Hanwha & HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in order to secure a major subcontract.

Germany's TKMS is looking for investment packages to woo Canada about the $12 billion submarine tender

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 20, 2026

The CEO of TKMS, a warship builder, said that he is in discussions with Norwegian and German firms to offer a multibillion-dollar package to Canada 'in a fiercely-competitive submarine tender. He was trying to beat a rival 'South korean' bid.

Germany's TKMS is looking for investment packages to woo Canada about the $12 billion submarine tender

Posted to Maritime Reporter on January 20, 2026

The CEO of TKMS, a warship builder, said that he is in discussions with 'Norwegian, German and German companies in order to offer a multibillion-dollar investment package to Canada as part of a fiercely competitive'submarine tender. He hopes to beat a competing South Korean bid.

Hanwha's Philly Shipyard could build nuclear submarines for the US Navy, says executive

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

Alex 'Wong, 'global chief strategist at Hanwha Group said that the?Philly Shipyard of Hanwha has the ability to build a nuclear-powered submarine? for the U.S. Navy. Wong stated during Hanwha's Hanwha media day in Philadelphia on Monday that "the U.S.

Hanwha's Philly Shipyard could build nuclear submarines for the US Navy, says executive

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 25, 2025

Alex Wong is the global chief strategy officer of Hanwha Group. According to a press release issued by the South Korean firm on Thursday, the company's Philly Shipyard can build a nuclear submarine for the U.S. Navy. Wong, who spoke at the Hanwha media day in Philadelphia on Monday…

Kawasaki Heavy CEO: Japan's military buildup will propel defence sales over forecast.

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 17, 2025

The accelerating Japanese defence spending is likely to boost Kawasaki Heavy Industries' sales in the upcoming years above their projections, said its CEO on Wednesday, as contractors profit from an unprecedented military buildup. Sanae Takaichi…

Australia approves Hanwha’s greater stake in Austal, but with strict conditions

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 12, 2025

Australia announced on Friday that it would not oppose Hanwha's proposal to nearly double the stake of Austal in Australia, but there will be strict conditions regarding data access and security. Treasurer Jim Chalmers stated that the decision…

Hanwha of South Korea and Vatn, a US-based defense startup, will build underwater drones

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 10, 2025

The South Korean shipping giant Hanwha Group and U.S. defense start-up Vatn Systems have teamed up to develop autonomous underwater drones (AUU) for the U.S. Navy. This is the latest bilateral effort by the two companies to counter China's expanding naval presence.

After a hot streak, defense companies backed by Silicon Valley are experiencing growing pains

Posted to Maritime Reporter on December 8, 2025

The share of Pentagon contracts held by U.S. Defense Technology companies has roughly doubled over the last year. However, they are still facing growing pains in their efforts to transform from startups to heavyweights that can build weapons at scale.

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