NZ Navy to get renewable-powered uncrewed vessel

From Morning Report, 8:28 am on 6 December 2023

A renewable-powered uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) named Bluebottle is on its way to the Royal New Zealand Navy.

Currently in Sydney, the 6.8 metre vessel will be trialled for use in various Government roles including fishery and border protection.

Royal New Zealand Navy autonomous systems staff officer commander Andy Bryant spoke to Corin Dann.