Coast Guard Reportedly Awards Shield AI $198M V-BAT Contract
The U.S. Coast Guard reportedly awarded Shield AI a $198 million contract for V-BAT uncrewed aircraft, including delivery, installation, and pilot and mission training for maritime ISR. The award signals demand for integrated uncrewed-aircraft capabilities, while Shield AI’s appointment of former Parsons CFO Matt Ofilos provides corporate context; no open solicitation or procurement contact details were reported.