"The US Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has kicked off a competition that allows companies of all sizes to pitch technology directly to them, under a program called REEF (Robotic Exclusion and Engagement Framework). This bilateral scheme operated jointly by the US and UK aims to assess submissions for potential defense solutions."
"Iran is known to possess - and use - autonomous underwater vehicles in conflicts dating back two years. Experts suspect these small drones can inflict significant damage on ships."
The UK and US are actively pursuing technology to address threats from underwater drones targeting ships and critical maritime infrastructure. This initiative follows recent drone attacks attributed to Iran on oil tankers in the Gulf. Iran has a history of using autonomous underwater vehicles in conflicts, including supplying drones to Houthi rebels. The US Defense Innovation Unit has launched a competition for companies to propose solutions under the REEF program, which aims to identify defense technologies for both nations.
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