U.S. Army plans second watercraft company in Japan
By The BriefBrief
The U.S. Army plans to add a second watercraft company in Yokohama to expand Pacific logistics and troop transport. The Army also plans to test autonomous vessels for future operations; additional reporting says it wants to buy up to 100 unmanned surface vessels and add autonomous capabilities to existing crewed vessels.
WHO:The U.S. Army
WHAT:The U.S. Army plans to add a second watercraft company in Yokohama.
WHEN:Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 4:46 AM ET
WHERE:Yokohama, Japan
WHY:The company is intended to expand Pacific logistics and troop transport and support testing autonomous vessels for future operations.
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