#uncrewed vessels

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Saildrone announces new USV class aimed at anti-submarine warfare

Saildrone Unveils Spectre, a Larger Uncrewed Vessel Built for Anti-Submarine Missions

Saildrone has announced Spectre, a 54-meter uncrewed surface vessel designed for anti-submarine warfare, with sea trials planned for early 2027.

Key Takeaways

Saildrone announced Spectre, a 54-meter uncrewed surface vessel for anti-submarine warfare.
The vessel is designed for up to 30 knots and is priced around $40 million each.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 22, 2026·via defensenews.com

The U.S. Navy is changing course again on drone ships with a new marketplace model

The Navy has unveiled a new acquisition approach for uncrewed surface vessels that aims to move faster, lean more on mature designs, and open a path for contractor-owned or contractor-operated fleets

Key Takeaways

The Navy is replacing last year's plan with a new marketplace-style acquisition model for uncrewed surface vessels.
The first competition will focus on medium uncrewed surface vessels that can carry containerized payloads for different missions.

DT Editorial Team·Mar 27, 2026·via twz.com