US Navy eyes Coalition Affordable Maritime Strike (CAMS) weapon for international partners

Published on August 24, 2024

Industry days for the proposed Coalition Affordable Maritime Strike (CAMS) weapon system were held by the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) on 20-21 August. This event followed on from a 16 July Request For Information (RFI) intended to canvass industry views and identify relevant capabilities.

Being led by NAVAIR’s Precision Strike Weapons program office (PMA-201), the CAMS initiative is exploring options for a stand-off weapon, suitable for launch from both surface ships and aircraft, that could be produced at a price and volume to meet anticipated international demand. There is currently no US Navy requirement for the CAMS capability.

“Many coalition partners are reaching the point of diminishing returns with regard to the cost to modernize and sustain their mid-range maritime strike weapons capabilities,” NAVAIR’s RFI said.

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