French admirals predict a maritime drone revolution — and see it as protection for Persian Gulf shipping lanes
Retired French admirals told The National that navies urgently need to adopt maritime drones or lose out to adversaries. The Euronaval exhibition showcased a series of vessels — from the surface Seaquest with the Rampart system to underwater drone “mother ships.” Particular attention was paid to vulnerable shipping points, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Retired French admirals told The National that navies urgently need to adopt maritime drones or risk losing to adversaries. The Euronaval exhibition showcased a range of vessels — from the surface Seaquest with the Rampart system to underwater drone 'mother ships'. Particular attention was paid to vulnerable shipping points, including the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.
Otabek Yusupov