Royal Navy bets on development speed as Hybrid Navy adds mass but increases risks

Navy Lookout – The commissioning of the Royal Navy’s First Autonomous Squadron and the showcase of a new Capability Accelerator Hub in Portsmouth mark a deliberate attempt to field equipment in weeks rather than years. Senior officers speaking at the launch set out a strong case for cheap uncrewed mass, but were also honest about the risks of moving this fast and the personnel pressures behind the new squadron.