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NZDF ship and aircraft deploy to Indo-Pacific region for operations and exercises – HMNZS Aotearoa and RNZAF P-8A Poseidon

The New Zealand Defence Force will shortly deploy air and naval assets to support United Nations monitoring of North Korea as it also conducts operations, training and engagements with partners while in the region. 22 October, 2025 The NZDF regularly deploys assets and personnel throughout the Indo-Pacific as part of New Zealand’s commitment to supportingContinue reading “NZDF ship and aircraft deploy to Indo-Pacific region for operations and exercises – HMNZS Aotearoa and RNZAF P-8A Poseidon”

Devonport (NZ) Naval Base 1940’s. Matai, cruiser Bellona, Waima, one Bird class minesweeper, two Isles class minesweepers in reserve and one Harbour defence motor launch.

New Zealand Navy expresses interest in Japan’s upgraded Mogami-class frigate

Published on 21/10/2025 – By Kosuke Takahash On October 20, Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Garin Golding met with Japan’s Defense Minister Gen Nakatani and conveyed Wellington’s interest in introducing the upgraded version of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force’s Mogami-class frigate, known as New FFM, according to Japanese media reports. In response,Continue reading “New Zealand Navy expresses interest in Japan’s upgraded Mogami-class frigate”

RNZN Divers test their engineering skills in Guam

Welding, bolting and construction – it gets a lot more complex when it’s underwater. 20 October, 2025 A team of 11 divers from HMNZS Matataua have just returned from a two-week training exercise in Guam, tackling underwater construction tasks alongside US Navy and Republic of Korea divers. Exercise Mureng (Multinational Underwater Repair Engagement) is designedContinue reading “RNZN Divers test their engineering skills in Guam”

Navy diver who led team during HMNZS Manawanui response receives award

Christian Lloyd, who led the Royal New Zealand Navy diving contingent in Samoa in the aftermath of the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui, is being recognised with a Chief of Defence Force commendation for his actions in dangerous and challenging conditions. 16 October, 2025 The Hutt Valley man, who went to St Patrick’s College Silverstream, transferredContinue reading “Navy diver who led team during HMNZS Manawanui response receives award”