Pentagon Ramps Up Tech Development for Replicator Program
The Replicator program is redefining the speed and scale of software development within the Defense Department, aiming for full deployment by August 2025. Rear Adm. Christopher Sweeney emphasized the initiative’s break from traditional defense projects, highlighting its rapid iteration cycles and commercial-style software development tempo. With industry collaboration and accelerated feedback loops, Replicator is poised to enhance autonomous system capabilities across air and maritime domains while reducing manpower requirements and improving system interoperability.
First Replicator Initiative Capability on Track for August, Officials Say
The Navy's Replicator initiative, designed to deploy lethal swarms of unmanned systems, is set to achieve its first operational milestone by August, officials announced at the West 2025 conference. The program, aimed at countering threats in the Indo-Pacific, seeks to rapidly integrate diverse autonomous systems through a flexible software-driven approach, departing from traditional acquisition timelines. However, while the initiative has secured initial funding, questions remain about long-term implementation and coordination between military branches and the Pentagon.
How a Disabled Veteran Owned Company is Giving Government Equipment New Purpose
Manta 51 and Attack Vessal Belafonte from acquistion, to transformation and implementation into the BlackSea fleet.
Killer Of Enemy Warships — U.S. Navy Boosts GARC USV’s Production As World’s Strongest Navy Looks To Counter World’s Biggest
As armed forces worldwide adopt unmanned platforms, the US Navy has decided to boost production of its Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft (GARC) to 32 units per month to field these unmanned surface vessels (USV) in the Pacific to counter China.
Navy ramping up production of autonomous GARC vessels
The Navy is aiming to boost production of Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft to a rate of 32 systems per month amid a broader push by the sea service to field more robotic platforms to counter China in the Pacific.
New larger autonomous vessels, with evocative names like Ghost Shark and Manta Ray, are aimed at gathering intelligence and countering new threats at sea
New larger autonomous vessels, with evocative names like Ghost Shark and Manta Ray, are aimed at gathering intelligence and countering new threats at sea.
Admiral Roughead Visits BlackSea Technologies as Company Expands Production to Meet Growing Demands
Admiral Gary Roughead recently toured BlackSea Technologies’ expanded production facilities, where he was briefed on the company’s efforts to scale production of advanced unmanned systems. His visit highlighted BlackSea's commitment to meeting growing demands in the defense sector.
MSC’s Taluga Group Envisions Maritime Logistics Differently
As the Military Sealift Command (MSC) celebrates its 75th anniversary, forward-thinking innovation is driving the future of maritime logistics and operations. The Taluga Group, an innovation cell named after the storied USNS Taluga, is at the forefront of adapting existing technologies to meet modern challenges. One standout example is the Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft (GARC), an unmanned surface vessel (USV) developed by Maritime Applied Physics Corporation (MAPC). GARC is being evaluated for a range of missions, including logistics and anti-terrorism force protection. With its autonomous capabilities, GARC offers the potential for delivering critical supplies to remote locations safely and efficiently, even in contested environments, aligning with MSC’s mission to enhance operational reach while reducing risk.
AUKUS delivers cutting-edge autonomous maritime technology.
At Jervis Bay this week, the Maritime Big Play showcased innovative AUKUS technologies that will support trilateral operations from deep underwater to the edge of space.
AUKUS Partners Complete Successful Tests of Autonomous and Networked Systems in Maritime Experimentation
The United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom recently completed successful tests of autonomous and networked systems during the Autonomous Warrior 24 event, part of the Maritime Big Play initiative aimed at enhancing maritime awareness through networked autonomy. This three-week experimentation allowed AUKUS partners to improve interoperability and refine their capabilities in operating uncrewed maritime systems, focusing on real-time data sharing and decision-making. The tests featured various technologies, including software-defined acoustic modems and low-cost unmanned vehicles, and highlighted the importance of collaboration in creating more efficient defense strategies. As Under Secretary of Defense Heidi Shyu noted, this trilateral effort supports a stable region where nations can safeguard their sovereignty.