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The UNPAV (Unità Navale Polifunzionale ad Alta Velocità) is a high-speed, multi-role vessel operated by the Italian Navy and primarily assigned to Italy’s naval special forces.

Designed for maximum flexibility, the UNPAV supports special operations, combat diver missions, maritime interdiction, coastal security, and personnel recovery. With a top speed of over 32 knots, a low-signature design, and the ability to embark both GOI raiders and RHIBs, it provides a fast and versatile platform for operations in contested maritime environments. The class currently consists of ITS Angelo Cabrini (P420) and ITS Tullio Tedeschi (P421).

Two Italian Air Force F-35B Lightning II aircraft successfully carried out short takeoffs and landings on a highwayin Jokioinen, Finland, marking the first time the STOVL variant has operated from a public road.
The activity took place during Exercise Imminent Field 2026, hosted by the Finnish Air Force, and was designed to train pilots and ground crews to operate from dispersed, non-conventional airstrips. These operations enhance survivability and operational flexibility by allowing aircraft to continue flying even if traditional air bases become unavailable during a confli

An Italian Air Force Tornado receives fuel from a French Air and Space Force A330 MRTT Phénix during an aerial refueling mission.

The A330 MRTT is one of the most advanced multirole tanker aircraft currently in service, combining air-to-air refueling, strategic transport, and medical evacuation capabilities in a single platform. Italy has selected the aircraft to further strengthen its aerial refueling fleet, with six A330 MRTTs on order set to join the Italian Air Force in the coming years, significantly expanding its long-range air mobility and force projection capabilitie

The U212 NFS EVO is the next evolution of the Italian Navy's conventional submarine force. Building upon the U212 NFS program, the EVO variant will feature a larger hull, increased endurance, enhanced stealth, and an even higher level of Italian-developed technology, representing the next step in Italy's underwater capability.
Like the U212 NFS, the EVO is expected to field a long-range land-attack (deep strike) capability, but with greater payload capacity and additional growth potential thanks to its enlarged design. The submarine will also integrate next-generation sensors, an advanced combat management system, improved unmanned systems integration, and enhanced operational flexibility, further strengthening the Italian Navy's strategic underwater deterrence while supporting the development of future national submarine programs

The U212 NFS EVO is the next evolution of the Italian Navy's conventional submarine force. Building upon the U212 NFS program, the EVO variant will feature a larger hull, increased endurance, enhanced stealth, and an even higher level of Italian-developed technology, representing the next step in Italy's underwater capability.
Like the U212 NFS, the EVO is expected to field a long-range land-attack (deep strike) capability, but with greater payload capacity and additional growth potential thanks to its enlarged design. The submarine will also integrate next-generation sensors, an advanced combat management system, improved unmanned systems integration, and enhanced operational flexibility, further strengthening the Italian Navy's strategic underwater deterrence while supporting the development of future national submarine programs

Soldiers of the Italian Army’s Lagunari Regiment “Serenissima” during an amphibious training exercise.

Italian Army amphibious troops of the Lagunari Regiment “Serenissima” during a training exercise.