The US Navy has accepted delivery of its newest Virginia-class fast attack submarine, the future USS Idaho, marking another step in the service’s effort to strengthen undersea warfare capabilities.

The submarine and crew will complete further tests and trials before commissioning, which is expected in early 2026.

Groton — Family members gathered along the rocks of Eastern Point Beach early Wednesday morning to watch as the Virginia-class nuclear-powered fast-attack submarine Idaho (SSN-799) left Electric Boat ...

South Korea launched the first of three new 3,600-ton submarines this week, marking another step in its efforts to strengthen its undersea fleet and counter threats from north of the border. The ROKS ...

JS Sogei, the sixth Taigei-class submarine, entered the water in a ceremony held at KHI’s shipyard in Kobe City, Japan, Oct. 14, 2025. Credit: Japan Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency Japan’s ...

It's an interesting thought that certain aspects of future warfare may not include the loss of human life as autonomous systems battle it out over air and sea. Air drones are fairly common, but wait, ...

The U.S. Navy’s newest stealth submarine isn’t just quieter, it’s smarter. The USS Massachusetts (SSN-798), part of the Virginia-class Block V line, completed trials this year and represents a major ...

The newest sub in service of the Royal Navy is part of the Astute class of fast attack submarines. Fast attack submarines, like the HMS Agamemnon, are designed to wreak havoc on enemy shipping during ...

In recent months, intensifying conflict around the world has called new attention to the possibility of military confrontation between nuclear-armed states. To meet these challenges, the United States ...

Inside the commissioning of the USS Iowa submarine and a look at Navy sub school. We travel to Connecticut for the commissioning of the USS Iowa submarine. While we were there, we also got a ...