https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/firm-bets-on-converted-fishing-trawlers-to-tackle-russian-submarines-in-the-arcticContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/firm-bets-on-converted-fishing-trawlers-to-tackle-russian-submarines-in-the-arctichttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/firm-bets-on-converted-fishing-trawlers-to-tackle-russian-submarines-in-the-arctic#u199799Sat, 14 Nov 2026 03:16:25 +0000Norwegian defense firm Kongsberg Maritime has launched the Arctic Hunter, an 184-foot uncrewed surface vessel converted from a fishing trawler hull for anti-submarine warfare in the High North. The vessel carries a towed array sonar and Kongsberg's own Naval Strike Missile system, designed to operate autonomously or under remote control in harsh Arctic conditions. Kongsberg is pitching the design to meet the UK Royal Navy's Type 92 large USV requirement, partnering with Thales to provide the anti-submarine warfare mission package. The launch marks a shift toward attritable, commercia