Boat builders looking for new mission: Weapons and Warfare

May 1, 2024

Brett Baker

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In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, head out on the Potomac River with host Ryan Robertson as he visits a longtime boat maker. Ghostworks Marine is a maritime company hoping to turn its yacht racing background into a winning formula for special operations forces.

Also featured in this episode:

The United States is planning to pull out from a West African nation, but that could be cause for concern if the country turns to Russia or Iran for help.
A German manufacturer is setting up shop in the Baltics, bringing more security to the region.
The Army axed its plans for a new helicopter program, saying its mission has changed, leaving hundreds looking for new work.
Plus, this episode’s weapon of the week is an unmanned assault aircraft from Bell, which could be a big player in the future of America’s national defense.

You can subscribe to the Weapons and Warfare podcast on the platform of your choosing here.

Tags: Helicopter, Iran, Russia, U.S. Army, U.S. military, United States Special Operations Command, War, West Africa

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Also featured in this episode:

The United States is planning to pull out from a West African nation, but that could be cause for concern if the country turns to Russia or Iran for help.
A German manufacturer is setting up shop in the Baltics, bringing more security to the region.
The Army axed its plans for a new helicopter program, saying its mission has changed, leaving hundreds looking for new work.
Plus, this episode’s weapon of the week is an unmanned assault aircraft from Bell, which could be a big player in the future of America’s national defense.

You can subscribe to the Weapons and Warfare podcast on the platform of your choosing here.

Tags: Helicopter, Iran, Russia, U.S. Army, U.S. military, United States Special Operations Command, War, West Africa

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