Post by MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands)

Did you know that the future of naval operations is being shaped long before it reaches the open sea? The Royal Netherlands Navy envisions a future in which crewed and uncrewed systems operate side by side as one cohesive fleet. To achieve this transition, the Navy, MARIN and TNO have teamed up in the Militairy-Maritime Operational Management in Transition (MOMiT) project. That's why 12 naval professionals stepped into a high-fidelity, fully integrated simulation environment. Their mission: to operate a future frigate travelling across the Mediterranean, accompanied by four autonomous uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). On deck a fast craft and drones are available. Around them, unexpected events happen: first a suspicious surface vessel contact, then propulsion trouble on one of the USVs. Eager to know if they've accomplished their mission? Read the full article https://lnkd.in/eyHqTGZq and contact Jessica Heeman, PhD. 👉Discover the full stories in MARIN Report 147 https://lnkd.in/eGVFD-r6 👉Register to receive future editions https://lnkd.in/dPbxpx7D 👉Subscribe on LinkedIn https://lnkd.in/e8vcXJvb #NavalInnovation #AutonomousSystems #MaritimeDefence #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfShipping