Singapore-based shipbuilder Strategic Marine has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Eureka Naval Craft for the production of Aircat Bengal MC modular attack surface craft.
This collaboration unites Eureka’s Surface Effect Ship (SES) design with Strategic Marine’s shipbuilding proficiency.
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The aim is to create a new category of vessels that are not subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and can serve both defence and civilian purposes.
Non-ITAR are exempted from the regulations of the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations, which govern the export and import of defence-related articles and services.
Strategic Marine CEO Chan Eng Yew said: “We are proud to collaborate with Eureka on this groundbreaking project. Our Singapore shipyard is equipped with the latest technology and staffed by a highly experienced team, enabling us to deliver complex vessels quickly and at scale.”
The Aircat Bengal MC, extending 36 metres in length, builds upon the Aircat Crewliner 35 SES. It will be built at Strategic Marine’s advanced Singapore facilities.
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By GlobalDataThe vessel is tailored to meet the growing needs of naval forces and maritime security, as well as other sectors.
It incorporates Greenroom Robotics’ GAMA maritime autonomy solution, which aligns with the US Navy’s Uncrewed Maritime Autonomy Architecture (UMAA) initiative for uncrewed surface vessels.
Eureka Naval Craft CEO Bo Jardine said: “Our collaboration also demonstrates the value of US-Singapore cooperation in driving innovation, strengthening supply chains, and supporting regional security. We are proud to contribute to the US DoD and US Navy’s vision for a more innovative, autonomous, and collaborative maritime force.”
As part of the MoU, both entities will work closely on finalising design details, construction plans, and project timelines for this vessel.
