The U.S. Navy's Program Executive Office for Unmanned and Small Combatants (PEO USC), specifically the Unmanned Maritime Systems Program Office (PMS 406), is set to host a significant industry day on June 17-18, 2025, in the Washington D.C. area. This event will focus on the Navy's new "Future USV" program, aiming to provide industry partners with a comprehensive overview of the vision, objectives, program schedule, and technical requirements for these next-generation robotic warships.
A key focus of the Future USV program is the development of an open ocean, high-endurance autonomous vessel capable of speeds exceeding 25 knots. Critically, these vessels are to be "non-exquisite," built to commercial standards, and designed to carry substantial payloads: interfaces and deck area to support two forty-foot equivalent unit (FEU) containerized payloads, each weighing up to 80,000 pounds. This payload capacity suggests a considerable size, likely building on lessons from prototypes like the Mariner.
The industry day aims to accelerate developing and procuring these Future USVs by soliciting direct feedback from U.S. Department of Defense contractors. The first day will feature government presentations, while the second will allow individual engagement sessions. This initiative underscores the Navy's broader strategy to enhance warfighting capacity and flexibility more rapidly and cost-effectively through advanced unmanned systems, aligning with strategic efforts like Project 33.
Harper, J. (2025, May 19). Navy to brief industry on plans for new robotic ship program. DefenseScoop. https://defensescoop.com/2025/05/19/navy-future-usv-program-industry-day/
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