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AeroVironment Awarded $4.8 million Contract for ROVs to support U.S. Coast Guard Modernization Plan

AeroVironment Awarded $4.8 million Contract for ROVs to support U.S. Coast Guard Modernization Plan

AeroVironment, Inc. has secured a $4.8 million contract from the United States Coast Guard to supply Mission Specialist Defender remotely operated vehicles (ROVs). This agreement, announced today, is part of the Coast Guard's Force Design 2028 modernization initiative aimed at enhancing its operational capabilities. The contract will be fulfilled through AeroVironment's subsidiary, VideoRay, which specializes in underwater robotic systems. The delivery of these advanced ROVs is expected to support the Coast Guard's ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet and improve mission effectiveness.

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