What do we know about America’s new modern battleship?
Here are the key specifications of America’s new Trump-class laser-armed battleship, a large guided-missile surface combatant designed for hypersonic strike and nuclear deterrence.
Trump unveils new laser battleship named after himself
The planned Trump-class battleships would displace over 35,000 tonnes and combine laser defences, hypersonic and nuclear-capable missiles, railguns and large vertical launch capacity.
No current plans for laser weapons on UK carriers
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that there are currently no plans to fit defensive laser weapons directly to the Royal Navy’s aircraft carriers.
Trump to unveil plans for new U.S. ‘battleship’, reports say
President Donald Trump is expected to announce plans for a new class of large US Navy surface combatants he has described as “battleships”.
France to build large new nuclear aircraft carrier
France has formally decided to proceed with the construction of a next-generation nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
Rosyth facility timeline linked to Dreadnought Barrow exit
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the planned Contingent Docking Facility at Rosyth Dockyard will be delivered in line with HMS Dreadnought’s departure from Barrow.
HII selected to design and build new US Navy frigate
HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division has been selected by the US Navy to design and build its future small surface combatant, using a derivative of the Legend-class National Security Cutter, after issues with the FREMM design.
French nuclear attack submarine arrives in Scotland
A French Navy Suffren-class nuclear-powered attack submarine has arrived at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
Ferguson Marine sets out reform programme and future vision
Ferguson Marine said historic issues are now being addressed, with structural reforms and a government-backed modernisation programme reshaping the yard’s future.
Ferguson Marine delays Glen Rosa delivery to late 2026
Ferguson Marine has announced a further delay to the delivery of the ferry MV Glen Rosa, with the vessel now expected to be fully signed off and handed over in the fourth quarter of 2026.
