Combined Naval Event 2026
HII was pleased to brief General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, First Sea Lord and professional head of the Royal Navy, and Rear Admiral Matt Stratton, Director of Naval Acquisition, on the HII ROMULUS USV and plans for extensive, networked manned-unmanned maritime teaming and integration during the Combined Naval Event (CNE) 2026, held May 19–21 at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre in the United Kingdom. General Jenkins has outlined a bold vision to transform the Royal Navy, including “a hybrid fleet blending both manned and autonomous systems, full NATO allied integration in the North Atlantic, and transformative reform across all levels of naval leadership, alongside the rational streamlining of critical operating processes.” (Photo Credit: HII)