Leidos Australia is advancing testing of the Sea Archer, an unmanned surface vessel (USV), which is being evaluated in Australian waters to demonstrate its operational capabilities.
Measuring 11.2 meters in length, the model has already undergone harbor trials in Tasmania without significant issues and is expected to begin sea trials from Darwin, including operations in varying ocean conditions to validate its performance.
The project was developed with a focus on meeting local and regional needs, with predominantly Australian production and the potential for large-scale manufacturing in the country’s shipyards. The vessel was designed to adapt to different requirements and can be expanded or modified as needed, including for future Royal Australian Navy programs.
Beyond the domestic market, Leidos is also targeting opportunities in the Indo-Pacific region, where interest in unmanned vessels is growing. The Sea Archer was designed to perform multiple missions, including surveillance, logistics, electronic warfare, and strike operations, with the ability to integrate various types of weapons and systems, enhancing its versatility in naval operations.
With high mobility and endurance, the USV can operate for extended periods and be rapidly deployed to different regions. The company is also emphasizing the combined use of manned and unmanned systems, highlighting that such integration can significantly improve the efficiency of modern naval operations.
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