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The UK Royal Navy aims to accelerate the shift to a hybrid fleet, integrating uncrewed systems to enhance combat effectiveness. First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins emphasized at the Paris Naval Conference that success depends on quickly adopting emerging technologies for crewed and uncrewed platform collaboration.

The RN's hybrid vision includes a mix of crewed and uncrewed systems as outlined in the 2025 Strategic Defence Review. Initiatives include developing a hybrid carrier airwing and introducing uncrewed escort ships by 2027.