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October 5, 2023 | International, Naval

RAND calls for reexamination of surface connectors’ survivability

RAND warns surface connectors, including the LCU and Ship-to-Shore Connector, weren't designed with today's naval threats in mind.

https://www.defensenews.com/naval/2023/10/04/rand-calls-for-reexamination-of-surface-connectors-survivability/

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