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Britain Has Ordered Drones To Counter Russian Submarines: First Details

Britain Has Ordered Drones To Counter Russian Submarines: First Details

The deal is part of the Royal Navy's broader "Atlantic Bastion" program.

The United Kingdom is investing approximately 108 million euros in new drones, sensors, and artificial intelligence systems for its navy, which are intended to protect maritime infrastructure from Russian submarines.

This was reported by the UK government’s press service.

A new contract has been signed with the British company Ocean Infinity Solutions. The defense system, known as Atlantic Net, involves equipping the Royal Navy with a new network of autonomous systems operating throughout the North Atlantic.

This will include advanced sensors to help detect Russian submarines and suspicious activity, as well as unmanned systems capable of patrolling the depths of the ocean in search of threats.

In addition, a unified surveillance service will be established around Britain to provide anti-submarine warships and Astute-class submarines with early warning of threats and a clearer picture of underwater activity.

The framework agreement is part of the Royal Navy’s broader “Atlantic Bastion” program to create a hybrid naval force.

It is noted that Ocean Infinity Solutions will hire approximately 200 new skilled professionals, and its direct supply chain supports 38,700 jobs in Southeast England.

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