REMUS 620 Validated for Torpedo Tube Deployment

Core Insights - A joint team from HII, Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and the U.S. Navy's Naval Undersea Warfare Center has achieved a significant milestone in the U.S. Navy Submarine Force's initiative to launch and recover autonomous undersea vehicles from submarine torpedo tubes [1][2] Group 1: Testing and Development - The recent test confirmed the compatibility of the REMUS 620 with the Virginia-class submarine's weapons handling and torpedo tube systems, paving the way for further testing [2] - HII's next-generation medium uncrewed underwater vehicle, equipped with WHOI's Yellow Moray docking technology, successfully completed a full end-to-end dry checkout of the AUV/SAFECAP in the Virginia-class Cradle Payload Integration Facility [6] - The USS Delaware (SSN 791) successfully completed the first-ever forward-deployed launch and recovery of a UUV via submarine torpedo tube, showcasing the capabilities of the Yellow Moray equipped REMUS 600 UUV [6] Group 2: Strategic Importance - HII is enhancing the U.S. Navy's undersea dominance and operational range through advanced REMUS technology [7] - The REMUS UUV family provides critical advantages in modern naval operations, allowing for independent or crewed platform operations to extend mission range and reduce detection risk [8] - The open-architecture design of REMUS allows for rapid payload integration, ensuring operational relevance and cost efficiency over time [9] Group 3: Market Presence and Performance - HII has sold over 700 REMUS vehicles to more than 30 countries, including 14 NATO members, with over 90% of units delivered in the past 23 years still in service, indicating strong platform durability and lifecycle value [10]