Navy stands up new robo-ship squadron as Pentagon pursues Replicator systems

Published on May 21, 2024



USVRON Three, commanded by Capt. Derek Rader, will oversee a fleet of small uncrewed surface vessels.

The Navy has a new unit aimed at helping the service integrate small maritime drones into its forces.

Unmanned Surface Vessel Squadron Three, which was stood up May 17 at Naval Base San Diego and put under the command of Capt. Derek Rader, will oversee a “fleet” of small uncrewed surface vessels, including Global Autonomous Reconnaissance Craft (GARC) built by Maritime Applied Physics Corp., according to a release.

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