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Shield AI Accelerates X-BAT VTOL Drone Development for Navy
Shield AI is on track to unveil the first full-scale X-BAT VTOL drone prototype by the end of October, with flight tests slated to begin before the year is out. The company is taking a staged approach, ramping up from engine runs to untethered flights in a bid to accelerate development for the Navy.
Navy Injects $150 Million into Shield AI's Unmanned Fighter Jet Development
Shield AI is making rapid strides in developing its unmanned fighter jet, with two full-scale X-BAT prototypes nearing completion - and the first one expected to be finished within weeks. The company aims to take its innovative aircraft to new heights with flight testing by year-end and vertical takeoff and landing tests to follow.
Anduril Bolsters Submarine Supply Chain with $6.6 Billion Maryland Shipyard
Anduril is shaking things up in the submarine supply chain with a massive $6.6 billion investment in a new Maryland shipyard, taking on the majority of execution risk to ensure on-time, high-quality production. The innovative deal, which combines private capital with Navy funding, marks Anduril's bold entry into the defense industry.
Boeing's F/A-XX Win Sparks Questions Amid Ukraine Defense Tech Push
Boeing's surprise win of the Navy's F/A-XX fighter contract has raised eyebrows, and now the question is: what's next for this cutting-edge aircraft? The deal has also sparked interest in Ukraine's rapidly scaling defense-tech industry, where innovation meets real-world action.
Boeing Secures $20 Billion Navy Fighter Jet Contract
Boeing has landed a major victory, securing a contract worth over $20 billion to build the US Navy's sixth-generation strike fighter, the F/A-XX, which will replace the F/A-18 Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler. This game-changing deal marks a significant milestone for the aerospace giant.
Boeing Secures $20B Navy Contract for Sixth-Generation F/A-XX Fighter
The Navy has awarded Boeing a whopping $20 billion contract to develop the cutting-edge F/A-XX fighter, a sixth-generation strike fighter set to take to the skies in the 2030s. This game-changing aircraft is a key part of the Pentagon's strategy to maintain peace through strength.
Navy Destroyer Petersen Jr. Confronts Iranian Threats in 40-Day Combat Stint
Meet the Navy's newest destroyer, the Petersen, which just wrapped up a 40-day combat stint against Iranian threats and kept dozens of ships safe from missile and drone attacks. The USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. returned home to a hero's welcome after a 10-month deployment that took it over 85,000 nautical miles and through 45 replenishments at sea.
Navy Awards $1.2 Billion for 30 Unmanned Surface Vessels
The Navy is accelerating its game plan with a $1.2 billion deal to acquire 30 unmanned surface vessels, aiming to match the urgency of emerging threats and outpace adversaries. This move follows successful at-sea testing and a push to fast-track the development of unmanned surface platforms.
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.
Navy Launches Robotics Warfighting Center to Accelerate Autonomous Systems Integration
The Navy's new Robotics and Autonomous Systems Warfighting Development Center will harness expertise from across the country to revolutionize naval power, says Rear Adm. Melvin Smith. The center's mission is to connect and accelerate the development of unmanned systems, driving innovation and dominance in the field.
White House Taps Cao for Permanent Navy Secretary Role
President Trump has nominated Hung Cao, a seasoned leader who's been serving as acting Secretary of the Navy since April, for the permanent role, urging the Senate to confirm him quickly. Cao's nomination, along with other senior Navy civilian posts, is now before the Senate, pending confirmation.
Navy Delays Trainer Jet Award, Extends Proposal Deadline
The Navy has pushed back its timeline for selecting a new trainer jet, now planning to award the Undergraduate Jet Training System contract on June 30, 2027, and extending the proposal submission deadline to October 30, 2026. This delay gives bidders more time to perfect their proposals for the highly anticipated contract.
Navy Launches Office to Bolster Defense Industrial Base
The Navy has launched a new Office of the Defense Industrial Base, led by Andrew Magliochetti, to supercharge its manufacturing ecosystem, safeguard supply chains, and inject cutting-edge commercial tech into its operations. This bold move aims to turbocharge the Navy-Marine Corps team's lethality and competitiveness.
Navy Launches New Robotic Systems Portfolio Manager
The Navy is shaking things up with a bold new approach to robotic and autonomous systems, launching a Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager to supercharge development and acquisition. This game-changing move aims to get cutting-edge tech into the hands of Sailors and Marines faster than ever before.
HII Expands Sea Drone Business Amid Modest Revenue Growth
HII is rapidly expanding its sea drone business, with CEO Chris Kastner describing it as a strategic game-changer for the Navy, despite modest revenue growth. The company's unmanned systems are poised to play a key role in future missions, but aren't expected to be a major cash driver just yet.
Pentagon Lacks Unified Hypersonic Missile Strategy, GAO Warns
The Pentagon is missing a crucial unified strategy for its hypersonic missile programs, with the Navy and Army making separate investment decisions that could lead to costly delays and inefficiencies. This fragmented approach risks wasting over $50 billion in taxpayer funds.
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.
White House Proposes Raid on Navy E-2 Account to Fund USAF E-7s
The White House is shaking up its budget plans, proposing a $1.5 billion shift to fund the Air Force's E-7 Wedgetail program, a move that would siphon funds from the Navy's E-2D aircraft procurement. This significant reallocation aims to fast-track the development of two E-7 Wedgetail prototype aircraft.
Navy Overhauls Science Strategy to Accelerate Tech Deployment
The Navy is revolutionizing its approach to science and technology with a bold new strategy that prioritizes speed and selectivity in deploying cutting-edge tech to those who need it most. By fostering closer collaboration with key stakeholders, the Office of Naval Research aims to rapidly deliver game-changing innovations to sailors and marines.
Boeing Exits Navy Trainer Jet Competition
Boeing has bowed out of the Navy's Undergraduate Jet Training System competition, citing that its T-7A Red Hawk, designed for the Air Force, doesn't meet the Navy's specific requirements. The company is focusing on delivering solutions that perfectly match its customers' needs.
Lawmakers Press Navy to Accelerate Drone Boat Deployments
The House Armed Services Committee is pushing the Navy to speed up its drone boat deployments, driven by urgent demands from combat zones worldwide. The committee's draft defense policy bill requires the Navy to create a comprehensive plan for buying, maintaining, and operating small unmanned surface vessels.
Navy Raises Trainer Jet Budget Amid Industry Pushback
The Navy has raised its budget for the new trainer jet's development phase by $900 million to $2.7 billion, citing new information about program costs. This change comes amid pushback from the industry, as the service seeks to move forward with its Undergraduate Jet Training System.
Navy Integrates Robot Ship with Carrier for Historic Deployment
The Navy is making history by deploying a robot ship, known as a medium unmanned surface vessel (MUSV), alongside the aircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt, marking a major milestone in the vessel's transition from testing to operational use. This groundbreaking deployment signals a significant leap forward in naval operations, blending cutting-edge technology with tried-and-true tactics.
Navy Accelerates Munitions Innovation with Maryland Hub
The Navy is revolutionizing munitions innovation with the launch of the Maryland Energetics Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge lab and pilot-scale campus in southern Maryland where government and industry experts will collaborate to drive breakthroughs. This game-changing initiative is set to propel the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division to the forefront of energetics innovation and production.