Seaforth World Naval Review: 2015
Conrad WatersNext year's edition will look in detail at the French Navy and the Bangladesh and Myanmar navies, while significant ships will include the Montford Point class mobile landing platforms, the Samuel Becket offshore patrol vessels, and the Skjold class fast attack craft.
There are technological reviews dealing with naval aviation by Davis Hobbs, and current mine warfare developments by Norman Friedman, while warship recycling is discussed by Ian Buxton.
Intended to make interesting reading as well as providing authoritative reference, there is a strong visual emphasis, including specially commissioned drawings and the most up-to-date photographs and artists' impressions.
For anyone with an interest in contemporary naval affairs, whether an enthusiast or a defense professional, this annual has become required reading.