HII Delivers REMUS 620 UUVs to NOAA
range of both above- and below-water capabilities, making it ideal for long-distance operations.“The rapid delivery of the REMUS 620 underscores HII’s exceptional agility and efficiency in producing and deploying uncrewed systems that meet the needs of our customers,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group. “The swift production and delivery timeline to NOAA demonstrate our commitment to supporting our customers’ mission requirements with rapid development and deployment of new capabilities and technology.&rdquo
Sea Drone Warfare has Arrived, and the US is Floundering
mainly by reallocating funds from the existing Pentagon budget.As part of the initiative, the Pentagon in January issued a solicitation for private companies to deliver small sea drones to the Navy, demanding production capacity of 120 vessels per year, with deployment beginning in April 2025.Duane Fotheringham, president of unmanned systems at Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), the largest U.S. military shipbuilder, acknowledged the Pentagon and Navy had shown their "intent" to accelerate the deployment of sea drones but he said the industry wanted to see long-term funding in the defense
HII Scoops Order for Remus 620 UUV from International Client
is the premier medium-class UUV designed for adaptability, versatility and long-range operations. Its adaptability to a wide range of missions, from oceanographic research to defense operations, showcases the innovative spirit of our team and the advanced capabilities of our technology,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group.To remind, HII Mission Technologies unveiled REMUS 130, a new UUV model based on the highly successful HII REMUS series, at the Oceanology International 2024 conference and exhibition earlier this week.HII Mission Technologies
US Navy Orders Up to 200 UUVs from HII for $347 Million
adapt to and support a variety of mission needs,” said Andy Green, executive vice president of HII and president of Mission Technologies.“We are pleased with the Navy’s decision to support a combat-proven technology, essential to the Navy’s undersea mission,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group. “Our team is committed to delivering fully capable vehicles that will enhance the effectiveness of the warfighter against emerging threats.”The Lionfish System was developed through an innovative process
NOAA Orders Two REMUS 620 UUVs
collection, surveillance and electronic warfare. Each has a battery life of up to 110 hours and a range of 275 nautical miles.“The REMUS 620 is the first medium-class UUV designed to accurately deliver this range of advanced above- and below-water effects at long range,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group.“There has been tremendous market interest in the REMUS 620,” Fotheringham added, noting the company's backlog for its REMUS 300 vehicles has been steadily increasing.HII said its REMUS line of UUVs has
HII and Ocean Aero Partner to Expand Capabilities of Their Unmanned Systems
fusion and perception capabilities, and accelerated seabed-to-shore data transmission methods.“We are pleased to partner with Ocean Aero to further expand the operational capabilities of the U.S. Armed Forces, partner nations and other maritime-focused commercial institutions,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of the Unmanned Systems business group at HII’s Mission Technologies division. “We are excited to combine the best of our individual products to deliver an exceptional suite of solutions to our customers.”Kevin Decker, Ocean Aero chief executive officer, said, &ldquo
HII’s New Medium Class UUV sports Kraken SAS
on HII’s new REMUS 620 Medium Class UUV. HII selected the Kraken Aquapix MINSAS-60 and MINSAS-120 as the standard imagery sonar options due to the Kraken’s combination of performance and versatility to suit a wide range of customer needs at a commercially competitive price, said Duane Fotheringham, President of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business, HII, in an interview with Marine Technology Reporter for it December 2022 edition. “This sensor provides high resolution interferometric Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS) and Bathymetry imagery along with optional real
Kraken Wins $50+ Million Contract for Royal Canadian Navy Minehunting
system will enable the Canadian Armed Forces to safely detect and, if necessary, neutralize underwater threats without the need to enter a suspected minefield. Being able to declare sea lines of communication as “safe”, in times of crisis, is critical to the Global Economy.”Duane Fotheringham, President of the Unmanned Systems business group at HII’s Mission Technologies division, said, “We’re proud to be part of the Kraken team bringing this world class mine hunting capability to the Royal Canadian Navy. Our newest REMUS 300s represents the most advanced
HII Debuts REMUS 620 Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV)
by the U.S. Navy as the program of record for the Lionfish Small UUV — the REMUS 620 has a battery life of up to 110 hours and a range of 275 nautical miles.“Retaining a forward strategic advantage requires the ability to deliver a multitude of effects from under the sea,” said Duane Fotheringham, president of Mission Technologies’ Unmanned Systems business group. “The REMUS 620 is the first medium UUV designed to accurately deliver this range of advanced above-and-below water effects at long range.”Built to support current and next-generation naval and special operations
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