Maritime Operations

The U.S. Navy has chosen seven companies, including HII and Leidos, for at-sea testing of the Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) program. This initiative aligns with plans to increase the Navy's unmanned vessel fleet from four to 30 by 2030, emphasizing the importance of rapid procurement and integration of new maritime technologies.

The U.S. Navy has officially christened the USNS Thurgood Marshall (T-AO 211), bolstering logistics and replenishment operations. This signifies expanding opportunities for contractors in shipbuilding and maritime support services as the Navy enhances its maritime operational readiness.

The U.S. Navy has awarded a $17.5 million contract to The Whiskey Project Group USA for six Multi Mission Reconnaissance Craft, which could rise to $36 million. This initiative enhances naval reconnaissance capabilities in line with strategic priorities for the Indo-Pacific and the Marine Corps' Force Design 2030.

The U.S. Marine Corps has awarded a **$70.6 million** contract to **Oshkosh Defense** for additional ROGUE-Fires unmanned launch vehicles. This procurement initiative reinforces the Corps' commitment to enhancing distributed maritime strike capabilities, particularly in high-stakes maritime environments.

The U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) is seeking industry partners to enhance defense technology integration through its ANCHOR program. Responses for the sources sought notice are due by June 1, 2026, indicating significant upcoming contract opportunities for firms specializing in maritime autonomy and AI.