AAR CORP has been awarded a substantial five-year contract by the U.S. Navy to perform maintenance on its P-8A Poseidon aircraft fleet. This contract, valued at approximately $1.2 billion, underscores AAR’s leading role in commercial derivative airframe maintenance for the U.S. Department of Defense and its commitment to supporting the Navy’s readiness.
EchoStar Corporation’s subsidiaries, Hughes Network Systems and Boost Mobile, showcased advanced network management capabilities for the U.S. Navy, ensuring secure connectivity even when users move between bases. The demonstration leveraged private 5G, Open-RAN technology, and intelligent network orchestration to provide reliable communication in challenging environments.
In recognition of the climate crisis, the U.S. Navy has made significant strides in sustainability and climate preparedness. Led by Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations, and Environment Meredith Berger, the Navy’s initiatives aim to protect coastal bases from climate hazards and reduce its carbon footprint. While the military’s large fuel consumption contributes to greenhouse gas emissions, the Navy is exploring alternative energy sources such as solar power, hydrogen fuel cells, and even seawater-derived jet fuels to mitigate its impact.
