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Textron Systems’ Ship-to-Shore Connector:

The Ideal Solution for Enhanced Joint

Logistics Operations in the Western Pacific

I n today’s dynamic world, com- platform has supported the promises a multifaceted approach

amphibious logistics operations
towards land-to-sea connectivity.
plex military operations demand
seamless coordination and high
degrees of interoperability between needs of both the U.S. Navy and By embracing design upgrades
JMSDF. Utilizing a common logis-
such as an improved corrosion-re-
international allies and partners. tics connector platform enables sistant aluminum hull, fly-by-wire
For more than 20 years, Textron interoperability between naval flight controls, and reduced con-
Systems’ Landing Craft Air Cushion forces, which supports a wide struction complexity, the SSC has
(LCAC) platform has enabled highly array of operations, including both significantly reduced operating
successful expeditionary logistics military and humanitarian mis- and training costs, while delivering
operations that have been the cor- sions. Interoperability also enables enhanced versatility and efficiency.
nerstone of interoperability between reduced operational training and An essential aspect of the design
the Japanese Maritime Self planning requirements, as well as upgrades is the incorporation of
Defense Force (JMSDF) and the their associated costs. The SSC an improved corrosion-resistant
U.S. Navy. Textron Systems’ Ship- brings the same interoperability aluminum hull. The use of this
to-Shore Connector (SSC), which benefits, while providing enhanced robust material ensures increased
is currently being produced and logistics performance. longevity, reduced maintenance,
delivered to the U.S. Navy, stands and decreased operational costs
ready to succeed our legacy LCAC associated with regular mainte-
platform as the logistics connector Technological advancements nance and repairs. Unlike previous
of choice for the JMSDF and other also play a crucial role in bolster- models, the SSC’s upgraded hull
allied naval forces around the world. ing military capabilities, fostering maximizes its lifespan, while deliv-
national security, and enabling ering uncompromised performance,
humanitarian missions. Textron making it the ideal choice for
For over 40 years our legacy Systems’ SSC represents a extended deployments, especially
Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) groundbreaking upgrade that in logistically contested amphibious

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