HII Delivers Two 27-Foot Autonomous USVs with 1,000-Nm Range to USMC
HII delivered two ROMULUS-25 unmanned surface vessels under a Defense Innovation Unit contract, completing sea tests with its Odyssey AI autonomy suite in December 2025. The 27-foot vessels support 1,000-pound payloads and 1,000-nautical mile range while premium style scores identify HII as a top long-term value stock.
1. Prototype USV Delivery and Testing
HII partnered with MetalCraft Marine to deliver and sea test two ROMULUS-25 unmanned surface vessels under a Defense Innovation Unit contract, supporting advanced autonomous mission demonstrations with the U.S. Marine Corps in December 2025.
2. ROMULUS-25 Specifications and Odyssey Autonomy
Each 27-foot ROMULUS-25 interceptor carries up to 1,000 pounds of payload over 1,000 nautical miles and operates fully autonomously using HII’s Odyssey AI-based autonomy suite. Odyssey’s modular open systems architecture has amassed over 12,000 autonomous operation hours across more than 30 platforms, including 2,200 hours in government-led tests, and integrates with HII’s Minotaur targeting network.
3. Premium Style Score Recognition
A premium equity research service assigns HII high style scores across value, growth and momentum metrics, identifying the company as a top long-term value pick for investors seeking exposure to defense technology innovation.