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Ghost Fleets: What does Maritime Autonomous Systems Integration offer the RCN?
As maritime security environments grow increasingly complex, particularly in remote and contested regions like the Arctic, the RCN is considering adoption of maritime autonomous systems (MAS) to enhance surveillance, extend operational reach, and reduce risk to personnel.
VAdm (Retd) Bob Davidson CMM, MSC CD, Cdr. Ryan Bell, and Kate E. Todd discuss the application of MAS, or 'Ghost Fleets', and how they can complement traditional vehicles in the RCN.
They explore the challenges and advantages of MAS, particularly in the Arctic, its potential to allow personnel to focus more on strategic…
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