Hypersonic missiles and swarms of uncrewed systems are changing the rules at sea—and the Royal Navy is responding in kind. Commodore Michael Wood, Programme Director, lifts the lid on FADS (Future Air Dominance System): a radical step-change from traditional destroyers to a truly networked system of systems.
Discover how the Royal Navy is moving beyond the platform-centric mindset—linking sensors, effectors, decision-makers and platforms to stay ahead in the face of new, complex threats. From integrated missile defence to adaptive strike capabilities, this is a rare look at the future of naval warfare, as told by the people designing it.
Essential viewing for anyone interested in the future of defence, naval technology, or how the Royal Navy plans to fight and win in tomorrow’s battlespace.