ST Engineering secures contracts for mine countermeasure unmanned systems for SG Navy
Delivery of the suite will begin in 2027.
Singapore Technologies Engineering (ST Engineering) was awarded contracts by the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) to deliver a suite of mine countermeasure (MCM) unmanned systems to the Republic of Singapore Navy.
The suite of MCM Unmanned Systems will comprise a fleet of Unmanned Surface Vessels (USV) and Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV), alongside a Command & Control (C2) Centre.
Designed to operate in unison, the USV and AUV will be integrated with advanced sensors to detect and classify mines.
Real-time data from the USV and AUV will be transmitted to the C2 Centre through a secure communications network, also to be developed by ST Engineering, enabling quick assessments and faster decision-making.
The USV will also be integrated with advanced payloads to identify and neutralise the mines.
The C2 Centre will act as the operational hub, remotely monitoring and controlling the USV and AUV from shore or the mothership to ensure safety.
ST Engineering will begin delivering the MCM unmanned systems in 2027.
ST Engineering will also provide a simulation system for users to hone their operational skills, allowing them to practise decision-making, refine operational techniques, and execute dynamic MCM scenarios safely.