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U.S. Army tests a 257-foot autonomous ship converted in nine days

The U.S. Army has tested a large autonomous vessel converted from an existing ship in nine days. The report indicates a military capability test but provides no details of deployment or combat use.

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Rapid conversion of large autonomous vessels could affect future military logistics and maritime operations.

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  1. Army Tests 257-Foot Autonomous Ship Converted in 9 Days ↗military.com · Recorded source date: Sep 5, 2026, 8:01 AM UTC

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