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Axios
16-04-2025
- Business
- Axios
1 big thing: Get your ship straight
President Trump last month promised new ships " very fast, very soon." But getting there will be difficult after years of decline. And for every vessel built in America, the Chinese pump out about 200. That gap and the measures needed to close it are coloring conversations here at Sea-Air-Space, the defense conference unfolding just south of the Capitol. Why it matters: China's commercial ascendancy feeds its military. Beijing's fleet is the largest in the world. Meantime, U.S. Navy "programs and their shipbuilders are effectively made to operate in a perpetual state of triage," according to a federal watchdog, whose reviews of recent performance show "lead ship challenges regularly cascade to follow-on ships, causing entire programs to run aground." Yes, but: Folks are searching for solutions. They acknowledge there exists no quick cure-all. At the show, McKinsey & Company floated the idea of private-equity intervention while BAE Systems touted a growing capacity for submarines after pouring $260 million into facilities in Florida and Kentucky. Before the show, Chris Kastner, the CEO of America's largest shipbuilder HII, told reporters he met with the president's advisers. "Any help we can provide to that team or to the administration to expand shipbuilding, we'll do that," he said. Separately, experts at the Center for Strategic and International Studies and Hudson Institute suggested leaning on South Korea and Japan, two U.S. allies second and third to China in market share. Between the lines: The maritime industrial base looks different than other sectors; mom-and-pop stores still supply key parts. What they're saying: "The conversation is louder than it's been," acting Chief of Naval Operations Adm. James Kilby said on the conference sidelines. "It's happening in Congress and in the White House and in industry."
Axios
09-04-2025
- Business
- Axios
Defense firms unveil new weapons at Sea-Air-Space naval conference
Some of the world's most influential weapons makers brought their wares to National Harbor, Maryland, this week for the Sea-Air-Space convention. Some even unveiled new products. Why it matters: Defense conferences are a bellwether for U.S. strategy and industry plasticity. This one, hosted by Navy League, is no different. Here's just a sample of what was announced, offered and on display: Copperhead-100, -500 and the explosive -M variant, torpedo-like unmanned underwater vehicles made by Anduril Industries. The company's Dive-XL can carry "dozens of Copperhead-100Ms or multiple Copperhead-500Ms," according to an announcement. Bullseye, a missile reminiscent of Ice Breaker, that will be produced by General Atomics and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. They will be pumped out in Tupelo, Mississippi, according to the companies. Delivery is expected in the backend of this year. Bofors 40 Mk4, a naval gun capable of firing 300 rounds per minute and taking out aircraft and boats. It was the first time it made an appearance in the U.S., according to BAE Systems. Colombia bought one in March; the Netherlands and Belgium committed to eight last year. Leonidas H20, the latest version of Epirus' electronics-frying microwave weapon. The H20 is meant to counter aerial drones and unmanned surface vessels. It was successfully trialed at the Advanced Naval Technology Exercise-Coastal Trident. Wombat, a sensor-jammer combo made by BlueHalo using internal research dollars. The prototype was spurred by the U.S. Navy's persistent elevated sensor needs, chief technology officer Vikram Manikonda told Axios. An upgraded V-BAT that manufacturer Shield AI said vertically launches and lands unassisted, flies for more than 13 hours and consumes JP-5, a common maritime aviation fuel. V-BAT is the first-ever shipboard drone used by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, as Axios exclusively reported earlier this year. A combo of Saildrone's Surveyor and Thales Australia's BlueSentry towed array, meant to autonomously hunt submarines and monitor subsea conditions.
Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Fonon Technologies And ISL Partner To Deliver Cutting-Edge Maintenance Solutions At SEA-AIR-SPACE 2025
Laser Systems Target Rust And Optimize MRO For Global Military Applications ORLANDO, Fla., April 03, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fonon Technologies, a premier marketing and systems integration provider of state-of-the-art laser technologies for material processing and defense infrastructures, is joining forces with Incredible Supply & Logistics (ISL), an award-winning product distribution, mission kitting and third-party logistics (3PL) company, at the Sea-Air-Space (SAS) 2025 maritime exposition. The event will take place at the forum for defense industry leaders and top military decision-makers from April 6-9 at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Maryland Hall #2924. Hosted annually by the U. S. Navy League, SAS focuses on modern maritime security threats and operations across all warfighting domains, from underwater to outer space. The exposition gathers military leaders, government officials and industry executives from around the world to advance integrated defense strategies and share the latest advancements in seafaring security. "Our presence at Sea-Air-Space 2025 allows us to directly demonstrate the operational advantages of laser technology in demanding military environments," said Bryan Lee, Vice President of Fonon Technologies. "This event is a fantastic opportunity to expand our industry partnerships and help drive innovation across multiple domains." The annual Sea-Air-Space Expo showcases technologically innovative solutions from more than 400 hundred exhibitors driving the future of maritime, naval, and defense operations. It offers numerous networking and business-generating opportunities allowing exhibitors to connect with policymakers, senior military leaders, program managers, and industry decision-makers to build partnerships and spark new opportunities. At SAS, Fonon Technologies will present its compact pulsed fiber laser system with a weatherproof case, the DefenseTech MRLS Portable Finishing Laser (DTMF-1020). This system addresses critical maintenance needs in the defense sector and is already being used by the US Navy. Attendees can learn how Fonon Technologies' DefenseTech systems offer precise solutions for rust mitigation, coating removal, and enhancement of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes. Representatives will discuss the company's full range of industrial-grade laser systems for marking, cutting and welding, which exceed military and industry standards. Designed to tackle the toughest MRO challenges from seabed to space, these systems streamline inventory maintenance with precision and efficiency, as well as operator and environmental safety. What: Sea-Air-Space 2025 When: April 6-9, 2025 Where: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, Maryland 20745 Booth: Maryland Hall #2924 DefenseTech Laser Cleaning Technology The DefenseTech product line by Fonon Technologies provides professionals in the seafaring industry sectors with MRO tools for corrosion control. These laser cleaning and conditioning systems streamline the maintenance of critical equipment and enhance operations without damaging the base structures, ensuring operational readiness and prolonged lifespans. For more information, visit About Fonon Technologies Fonon Technologies is a diversified industrial laser equipment provider serving government organizations, all branches of the U.S. military, and defense contractors. Headed by a team with extensive expertise in operations in each sector, the company tackles the challenges of defense and government maintenance, repair, overhaul and protection with cutting-edge laser solutions. For more information, visit About Incredible Supply & Logistics (ISL) Incredible Supply & Logistics (ISL) is an award-winning U.S. small business with product distribution solutions and services across industrial, parts, tactical, workwear & IT supply serving the Federal, Defense, Maritime & Space communities globally. The ISL team specializes in supporting government customers and defense contractors with custom supply chain and sustainment solutions, complete Bill of Material (BOM) sourcing, supply consolidation, kitting services, customized third-party logistics (3PL). The company is a TAA, Berry Amendment, and USA-made product sourcing expert. To learn more about ISL visit About the Navy League of the United States The Navy League of the United States, founded in 1902 with the support of President Theodore Roosevelt, is a nonprofit civilian, educational and advocacy organization that supports America's sea services: the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. For over a century, the Navy League has been a voice for maritime strength, engaging the public and Congress on the vital role these services play in national security, economic prosperity, and global stability. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Rohan NarainFonon Technologies Corporationrnarain@
