Kongsberg Discovery has announced it will begin production of its flagship autonomous underwater vehicle, HUGIN, on U.S. soil. This move underscores the company’s growing commitment to the American subsea and defense markets.
“This strategic decision reflects our commitment to support the growing demand for advanced subsea technology in the U.S. market. By establishing domestic production capabilities, we aim to strengthen our U.S.-based supply chain”, said Martin Wien Fjell, President of Kongsberg Discovery.
HUGIN is already in operation with the U.S. Navy and have been adopted by 12 navies worldwide. Their roles span intelligence gathering, mine countermeasures, seabed warfare, and deep-sea mapping.
”We are excited to bring our many years of AUV experience in support of the U.S. military. This is a major project that supports the management’s decision to invest in a production and assembly facility for HUGIN in the US”, added Fjell.
