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Textron Systems offers SECAT for expeditionary warfare logistics
3D rendering of SECAT (Textron Systems image)

Textron Systems Unveils SECAT for Expeditionary Warfare Logistics

The US-based special marine craft provider Textron Systems announced a new solution for expeditionary warfare logistics named SECAT (Surface Effect Cargo Amphibious Transport).

Naval News Staff 03 Feb 2022

Textron Systems press release

As focus shifts from land-based competitions to large sea-based operations, there is an increased capability requirement for executing expeditionary logistics at sea and ashore. As an industry leader and key integrator for marine specialty craft for over 50 years, Textron Systems believes that Surface Effect Ship (SES) technology can be utilized to provide specialized performance capabilities that traditional monohulls can’t when it comes to logistical support operations.

Building on our unique technical expertise, we are proud to introduce a new, innovative design, called the Surface Effect Cargo Amphibious Transport (SECAT). This platform, based on SES technology, can deliver the advanced logistic capabilities required for Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations (EABO) & Distributed Maritime Operations (DMO).

Designed as a survivable, low-profile, high-speed connector, SECAT can carry 500 tons of cargo at 50 knots for 500 nautical miles in high sea states. This innovative design enables performance capabilities such as survivability, at sea rolling stock cargo transfer, “feet dry” cargo offload/load ashore, high speed shallow and deepwater operations, and the versatility to carry a wide range of cargos- all of which could greatly enhance the U.S Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps’ ability to successfully execute EABO and DMO.

As a surface craft, our SECAT concept has an aluminum catamaran hull with a flexible bow and stern seals to contain an air cushion between the ridge side hulls. This design allows for reduced resistance for high-speed maneuvers and is inherently less susceptible to underwater shockwaves, sea mines, submarine targeting, and torpedoes, increasing overall survivability for the craft.

Textron Systems has extensive experience within the marine specialty craft space. With our CUSV® system, our Common Unmanned Surface Vehicle, our Ship-to-Shore Connector, and more, our team continues to build upon our expertise and knowledge to support our customers with modern solutions and next-generation technology to ensure they are successful today and tomorrow.

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