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Texas Leading in Iran Conflict, Drone Boat Company Rescues Pilots, Attacks Iran
Saronic Technologies plans a $3.248 billion shipyard, one of the largest in the U.S., to restore national shipbuilding capacity and create 10,000 jobs, officials stated.
- On Thursday, Governor Greg Abbott announced that Austin-based Saronic Technologies selected Brownsville, Texas, for 'Port Alpha,' a $3.248 billion shipyard specializing in autonomous and autonomy-capable vessels.
- Saronic selected the Brownsville site over a competing proposal in Collinsville, California, after California Forever failed to secure the expedited state approval process needed to compete.
- The project represents a $3.248 billion investment expected to create 10,000 direct jobs and generate more than $160 billion in regional economic impact for Cameron County.
- Greater Brownsville EDC President and CEO Gilberto Salinas called the investment a 'once-in-a-lifetime project' transforming the region, while State Senator Adam Hinojosa emphasized its role in national maritime preparedness.
- Construction begins in 2026, with Port Alpha opening in 2028 on an 835-acre site; the shipyard can expand to nearly 4,400 acres, eventually supporting vessels over 1,200 ft.
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Texas leading in Iran conflict, drone boat company rescues pilots, attacks Iran
(The Center Square) – The Austin-based drone boat company helping Texas lead the U.S. war against Iran is now building what is expected to be the largest shipyard in the country in Texas.
Austin-based sea drone maker to build massive port in Texas
A futuristic transformation of American shipbuilding is accelerating, with autonomous surface vessel producer Saronic Technologies announcing plans to construct a multibillion-dollar new shipbuilding port in Brownsville, Texas.
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