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US Navy Accelerates Medium Unmanned Vessel Program with $1.2 Billion Order
The US Navy is fast-tracking its Medium Unmanned Vessel Program with a whopping $1.2 billion order for 30 cutting-edge uncrewed surface vessels, with production kicking off immediately at shipyards across the country. Three top companies have been awarded contracts to supply 10 vessels each, marking a major milestone towards harnessing the power of autonomous technology at sea.
Navy Accelerates Medium Unmanned Ship Project with New Solicitation
The Navy is speeding up its Medium Unmanned Ship project, seeking innovative solutions that can tackle evolving threats with modular design principles. Vessels must be capable of 10+ days of unmanned ops, carry a payload of two 20-foot shipping containers, and be under 90 meters long.
Hanwha, Magnet Defense Launch MUSV Construction
Get ready to revolutionize naval defense: Hanwha Defense USA and Magnet Defense are joining forces to build a cutting-edge medium unmanned surface vessel, the H38, designed for seamless payload swaps and rapid testing. This game-changing partnership is set to deliver a modular solution that's already piquing the Navy's interest.
Navy Advances Drone Boat Program with Prototype Request
The Navy is calling on experts in vessel construction, autonomy, and maritime problem-solving to participate in its innovative Drone Boat Program, with a request for prototype proposals set to launch on August 1. This exciting opportunity invites interested parties to submit their ideas for cutting-edge, medium unmanned surface vessels capable of supporting logistics and transporting containerized payloads.
Saronic, Castelion Pair MUSV with Hypersonic Capability
Imagine being able to launch a hypersonic vehicle from a medium unmanned surface vessel - it's a game-changer for any adversary trying to anticipate the US military's next move. Saronic and Castelion are teaming up to make this a reality, pairing the Marauder MUSV with Castelion's Blackbeard hypersonic vehicle.
Navy Advances Seven Firms in Unmanned Surface Vessel Testing
The US Navy has taken a major step forward in autonomous technology, selecting seven top defense firms to advance their medium unmanned surface vessel designs to at-sea prototype testing. These innovative companies, including Leidos, Huntington Ingalls Industries, and Sea Machines, will help shape the future of naval operations.
Navy Advances Seven MUSV Designs to Prototype Phase
The Navy has selected seven innovative unmanned surface vessel designs to move forward to the prototype phase, out of over two dozen submissions received through its marketplace initiative. These industry partners will now face the next challenge: successfully completing at-sea demonstrations to prove their systems are ready for the next level.
Saildrone Unveils Spectre, Missile-Toting Drone for Navy Competition
Saildrone is shaking things up with its game-changing drone, Spectre, a 170-foot unmanned surface vessel designed to take on the Navy's medium unmanned surface vessel challenge. Built in collaboration with Lockheed Martin and Fincantieri, Spectre is set to revolutionize the sea with its massive size and cutting-edge tech.
Navy Unveils Revised F/A-XX Timeline Amid MUSV Surge
The Navy has just dropped a major update on the F/A-XX timeline, and it's got everyone buzzing - but will it be the next-gen fighter or a massive fleet of MUSVs that truly shapes the future of naval power?
Hanwha, Magnet Defense forge MUSV pact
Hanwha and Magnet Defense are joining forces to revolutionize naval vessel design, building, and deployment with a game-changing pact to develop a 38-meter Unmanned Surface Vessel and automated robotic shipyards. This partnership is set to shake up the industry, redefining how ships are made and used.