#Indonesian Navy (TNI AL)
Indonesia prepares composite military brigades for potential Gaza peacekeeping mission
The Indonesian Military (TNI) has assembled a joint contingent from the Army, Navy, and Air Force to form three composite brigades in preparation for a potential peacekeeping deployment to Gaza, pending a mandate from the United Nations.‒
Indonesian Navy launches locally produced unmanned submarine
The Indonesian Navy successfully test-fired a live torpedo from its first unmanned submarine (KSOT) at the Second Fleet Command naval base in Surabaya, East Java, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, marking a significant advancement in Indonesia's defense modernization.
Indonesia mulls acquiring seven frigates from China
The Ministry of Defense is reportedly planning to acquire seven Type 053 frigates from China, a move that has drawn public attention as the warships have been in service since the 1970s, with the latest variants produced in the 1980s.
Government eyes Italian aircraft carrier in bid to bolster maritime power: Former Navy chief
Indonesia’s long-standing ambition to strengthen its naval presence took a symbolic turn this week as the government under President Prabowo Subianto confirmed plans to acquire the Italian aircraft carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, marking what defense observers describe as a strategic leap in the nation’s maritime capability.
Government may acquire Italy’s decommissioned “Giuseppe Garibaldi”
During the 80th anniversary celebration of the Indonesian Military (TNI) at the National Monument (Monas) compound in Central Jakarta on Sunday, October 5, 2025, a video footage of Italian-made aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi (551) drew exceptional public attention.
Navy showcases maritime power ahead of TNI’s 80th anniversary
Dozens of Indonesian Navy warships demonstrated the nation’s maritime strength on Thursday, October 2, 2025, in a grand naval parade witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto, during a Presidential Inspection held on board the hospital ship KRI dr. Radjiman Wedyodiningrat-992 in Jakarta Bay.
Indonesian Navy eyes acquisition of former Italian aircraft carrier “Giuseppe Garibaldi”
The Indonesian Navy is pursuing the acquisition of the Giuseppe Garibaldi, an aircraft carrier previously operated by the Italian Navy, a move seen as part of efforts to strengthen the fleet and expand its operational capabilities at sea.
Indonesian frigates delivery unaffected by Fincantieri leadership change
Indonesia is set to receive its first Pattugliatore Polivalente d’Altura (PPA) frigate, KRI Brawijaya-320, in September 2025, and KRI Siliwangi 321 in January 2026, a senior Indonesian Navy officer confirmed.
Indonesia secures deal for Turkish-built stealth frigates
The Ministry of Defense has signed a landmark deal with Türkiye for the procurement of two MILGEM Istif-class stealth frigates, a move that marks Türkiye’s first export of next-generation warships and significantly deepens bilateral defense ties.
Indonesian Navy says no ties with former Marine now in Russian service
The Indonesian Navy has confirmed it no longer has any connection with former Marine officer Satria Arta Kumbara, who reportedly joined the Russian military and is now pleading to return to Indonesia.
Defense Ministry explores acquisition of Italian aircraft carrier
The Indonesian Ministry of Defense is exploring the potential acquisition of Italian light aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi, signaling a major step forward in the country’s naval modernization drive and blue-water aspirations.
Indonesian Navy to build strategic base in Sumenep
The Indonesian Navy has received a land asset grant from the Sumenep Regency Administration, East Java, for the construction of a naval base (Lanal) on Madura Island, considered an important element in strengthening the country's defense system in eastern Indonesia, particularly within the Second Indonesian Archipelago Sea Lane (ALKI II) area.