LONDON: Britain has just handed Rolls-Royce a massive $11 billion contract to design, build, and maintain nuclear reactors for its submarine fleet, ensuring round-the-clock defence at sea. The eight-year “Unity” contract aims to streamline production, cut costs, and ramp up support for the Royal Navy’s nuclear-powered submarines. It also strengthens AUKUS, the defence partnership between […]
Ever envisioned cruising on a top-tier yacht cum submarine, unrivaled in both size and luxury? Look no further than the Migaloo Super Yacht, a true marvel of maritime engineering and opulence. The Migaloo M5, priced at $2 billion, is the world’s first luxury super yacht and doubles as a submarine. It is designed to redefine […]
John Holland was granted a patent for a submarine on this day in 1902. Did you know that: • The first performing monkey was exhibited in New York City on this day in 1751• Samuel Colt patented the first multi-shot revolving-cylinder revolver on this day in 1836• Thomas Davenport patented the first electric printing press […]
Hans Zimmer is a German film score composer and record producer born on this day in 1957. Did you know that: • The first submarine was publicly tested in London on the Thames for King James I on this day in 1624• The world’s first patent for synthetic rubber was granted to German chemist Fritz […]
