The procurement seeks to accelerate the fielding of larger uncrewed surface vessel fleets, a capability where the Navy has persistently struggled. In addition to Saronic, the HII firm is partnering with Breaux Brothers in Loureauville and Halimar Shipyard in Morgan City to fulfill the production goals.
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US Navy Orders 30 Drone Ships in $1.2B Deal to Advance USV Fleet
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Saronic will manufacture its 180 foot Marauder autonomous vessel at a yard in Franklin, Louisiana, that was formerly operated by Gulf Craft. This contract is part of a broader $1.2B effort by the US Navy to procure 30 medium uncrewed surface vessels (MUSV) from three regional providers, including Halimar Shipyard and Galliano Marine Service, the latter of which also does business as Edison Chouest.
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