US Navy – The EP-3 that was forced down near China 1 year ago has been rebuilt and will reenter service by the end of the year.
- The Guardian: US Spy Plane Expected Back In Service
Nigerian Navy – The Nigerian Navy continues to capture pirates who are stealing oil from drilling platforms.
- The Guardian: Navy intercepts $688m worth of crude oil from bunkerers
- The Guardian: Navy arrests 475 pirates in three years
Royal Marines – The Royal Marines have permission to pursue enemy troops from Afghanistan into Pakistan.
- Sunday Times: Marines free to fight in Pakistan
Royal Australian Navy – Australia will increase its defense budget next year, in recognition of the high operational rate of their navy.
Background – Containerized Cargo – An excellent review of how the container is now a potential terrorist weapon.
- The Economist: When trade and security clash