The company's manned wing-in-ground (WIG) vessel recently completed its first flight, marking a milestone in the development of high-speed maritime transport. The project focuses on utilizing ground-effect technology to allow the craft to take off from the water and maintain extreme speeds just above the ocean surface.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Marine Corps Increases Regent WIG Craft Funding to $19.25M After First Flight
Tech21 days ago
A water-borne vehicle capable of skimming waves at 180 mph has secured more investment for testing and demonstrations with the U.S. Marine Corps. The battery-powered craft developed by Regent has now received a total of $19.25 million in funding for these military evaluation programs.
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