# HII Expands Unmanned Systems Facility in Massachusetts

HII has expanded its unmanned systems manufacturing facility in Pocasset, Massachusetts by 25%, adding 10,000 square feet to increase production capacity for REMUS unmanned underwater vehicles and the Navy's Lionfish small unmanned undersea vehicle. This facility growth supports enhanced integration of advanced autonomy software to meet rising global maritime demand and creates additional jobs in the region, signaling increased investment in unmanned maritime systems production.

- The expansion directly supports U.S. Navy requirements for advanced unmanned underwater vehicles, indicating sustained procurement demand in this sector.
- Procurement professionals should note HII's increased manufacturing capacity as a sign of growing opportunities in unmanned maritime systems and autonomy integration.
- Contractors and suppliers specializing in autonomy software, underwater vehicle components, and maritime systems may find new subcontracting or partnership prospects.
- Regional economic impacts include job creation in Massachusetts, which may influence local procurement and workforce development initiatives.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Artificial Intelligence
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Navy (Navy)

### Vendors
- HII (prime contractor)

### Key Quotes
> By bringing together advanced unmanned platforms, autonomy, integration, simulation and modeling capabilities, we are expanding our ability to deliver the maritime systems our customers need while continuing to create high-quality jobs here in Massachusetts.
> — Duane Fotheringham, President, Unmanned Systems Group, HII

### Sources
- [HII Expands Unmanned Systems Facility in Massachusetts](https://www.executivebiz.com/articles/hii-unmanned-systems-facility-expansion-massachusetts) - ExecutiveBiz