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Hanwha, HavocAI Sign MOU to Develop 200-Foot Autonomous Surface Vessels

The nonbinding pact centers on joint design with mass-production planning to meet Pentagon demand for lower-cost ships.

Overview

  • Hanwha Defense USA, Hanwha Systems, and HavocAI will collaborate under a memorandum of understanding to advance 200-foot autonomous surface vessels.
  • Work under the agreement includes production planning, installation approaches, proposal development, and technical integration, with no procurement awards announced.
  • Hanwha Philly Shipyard is being considered for potential production as Hanwha pursues significant U.S. shipbuilding expansion.
  • HavocAI recently raised $85 million from investors including Hanwha and Lockheed Martin to scale its maritime autonomy products.
  • The companies cite prior demonstrations, including GPS-denied operations and beyond-line-of-sight control, following a joint showcase tied to Hanwha Ocean’s Geoje shipyard.