Blue Water Autonomy Unveils 1,000-Mile Range Robot Warships for U.S. Navy
Blue Water Autonomy, a trailblazing startup led by co-founders Rylan Hamilton and an unnamed partner, is making waves in maritime technology. The company is developing robot warships that can operate over 1,000 miles without human oversight, marking a significant advancement in autonomous naval capabilities.
Hamilton, serving as CEO, has assembled a strong team including industry veterans Tim Glinatsis and Ryan Maatta to ensure efficient production. Blue Water Autonomy aims to develop autonomous vessels supporting a wide range of U.S. Navy missions, addressing the demand for modern, efficient, and versatile warships. The company is not alone in this pursuit, with major players like Huntington Ingalls Industries and Senesco Marine also developing autonomous vessels.
Blue Water Autonomy has partnered with Conrad Shipyard to build these advanced autonomous vessels. Leveraging Conrad's advanced manufacturing methods, the partnership aims to revitalize American shipyards and adapt them to modern demands. Conrad Shipyard's president, Cecil Hernandez, has praised Blue Water Autonomy's innovative design and expressed support for the program. These ships, with an operational range of over 1,000 miles, are suitable for various naval missions such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and munitions delivery. They will play a critical role in the U.S. Navy's Modular Attack Surface Craft (MASC) program, handling various payloads and fulfilling multi-role missions.
Through this strategic partnership, Blue Water Autonomy can scale production of autonomous vessels more efficiently, meeting the U.S. Navy's increasing demand for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs). The company's innovative design and robust operational range position it as a key player in shaping the future of naval warfare.
