The fleet of medium unmanned surface vessels in the Indo-Pacific is expected to grow to at least 30, with smaller USVs and unmanned aerial systems.
The companies are expecting their first autonomous surface vessel to hit the waters this October.
The service's new Medium Landing Ship is designed to move troops, equipment and supplies to shorelines without relying on established ports.
Trump is set to unveil the fiscal 2027 defense budget request on Friday.
By Mike Stone, Reuters
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