Saronic, a defense technology company specializing in autonomous maritime systems, has expanded its operations to Mississippi, establishing a site at the Port of Gulfport to test and commission its Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel, Marauder. On Sunday, the company announced the expansion at an event at the Port of Gulfport attended by U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker, representatives from Gov. The Gulfport site will support testing and commissioning of Marauder, a 180-foot autonomous vessel, as Saronic scales production and moves the ships from manufacturing to final delivery to defense and commercial customers. Reeves said Mississippi’s maritime infrastructure and workforce make the state attractive to companies like Saronic developing autonomous maritime technology. “Saronic’s investment in Gulfport strengthens Mississippi’s maritime industrial base, supports good-paying jobs, and helps ensure our Navy has the capabilities it needs for the future,” Kelly added.