# Navy Deploys MUSVs in Pacific

The U.S. Navy has integrated medium unmanned surface vessels (MUSVs) into fleet operations, including their first operational deployment with the USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group in the Pacific. The Navy expects formal delivery of 30 MUSVs by the end of fiscal 2027, creating a potential pipeline of follow-on work as the service expands vessel production and integrates the platforms into fleet operations.

- Contractors may find opportunities in vessel production, modular payloads, training, certification, and integration with other autonomous systems.
- The deployment indicates that fleet integration and operational certification are central considerations alongside delivering the vessels; companies should evaluate whether their offerings support those needs.
- The Navy’s expected delivery schedule provides a planning horizon through the end of FY2027, but the signal does not identify specific solicitations, contract values, or award dates.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Navy (USN)
- Robotic and Autonomous Systems Warfighting Development Center (RASWDC)
- National Commission on the Future of the Navy

### Key Quotes
> The idea, in the case of MUSVs is, the surface community would certify an element to go forward and operate with the fleet. If they work with other [robotic and autonomous systems] entities, the commander of RASWDC will create that total tailored force package.
> — James Kilby, Vice Chief of Naval Operations

> Imagine having more guns out there.
> — Hung Cao, Secretary of the Navy

### Sources
- [US Navy wants more visible role for drone boats as one deploys for the first time - Defense News](https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2026/10/29/us-navy-wants-more-visible-role-for-drone-boats-as-one-deploys-for-the-first-time) - Defense News