England-based SubSea Craft expanding operations, locating U.S. facility on Mississippi Coast

England-based SubSea Craft expanding.

Key points

• The Mississippi Development Authority confirmed Thursday that SubSea Craft is locating operations in Hancock County.
• Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197, 000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare.
• The advanced maritime technology firm is investing almost $6.1 million and bringing 56 jobs to Hancock County.
• The latest expansion project includes the construction of a new 200, 000-square-foot manufacturing facility that will expand production capabilities for the company's advanced weapons systems.
• Guest heavily favored to win re-election in Mississippi's 3rd Congressional District over Democrat, Libertarian challengers.

England-based SubSea Craft expanding operations, locating U.S. Facility on Mississippi Coast. By: Frank Corder – September 24, 2026. (Photo from SubSea Craft website).

For context, the advanced maritime technology firm is investing almost $6.1 million and bringing 56 jobs to Hancock County.

Notably, the Mississippi Development Authority confirmed Thursday that SubSea Craft is locating operations in Hancock County.

Camilla Martin, Chief Executive Officer, SubSea Craft, remarked the United States is a key market for SubSea Craft, and Hancock County provides an ideal location to meet growing demand for autonomous maritime systems.

SubSea Craft, headquartered in Portsmouth, England, develops and delivers advanced maritime platforms and autonomous technologies for customers throughout defense, security and commercial markets, with growing operations in the United States.

"This facility will enable us to manufacture, integrate, test and support advanced autonomous maritime systems at pace, strengthening our ability to support both U.S. And international customers while creating highly skilled jobs in the region, " Martin remarked. "We are excited to join Mississippi's growing maritime and advanced manufacturing community and look forward to being a long-term partner in the state."

MDA remarked the business is locating in an existing facility at Port Bienville, where it will establish its primary U.S. Commercial production center.

From the Bay St. Louis location, the firm will manufacture advanced composite components for autonomous surface vessels, conduct testing and software validation and provide maintenance and technical backing for customers nationwide.

"Every time a firm chooses Mississippi, it's a win for the residents who live here. SubSea Craft's $6 million investment will bring 56 high-tech jobs to Hancock County and add to the momentum we're seeing in our Gulf Coast's blue economy, " Governor Tate Reeves remarked. "We've remarked for years that Mississippi workers can compete with anyone in the world, and businesses keep proving us right. These are the kinds of jobs that offer our residents the opportunity to build careers in advanced industries right here at home."

According to The Mississippi Development Authority, the state agency is providing assistance through the Mississippi Flexible Tax Incentive, or MFLEX, program, while Hancock County and AccelerateMS are additionally assisting with the project.

"After considering multiple locations for this project, SubSea Craft found what it needed in Hancock County to move fast and get to work, " Mississippi Development Authority Executive Director Bill Cork remarked. "Port Bienville offers existing space and solid infrastructure that can turn a site decision into an operating facility without wasting time, plus Gulf access that is crucial for advanced maritime and defense technology. We have the assets and the workforce to compete in the blue economy, and SubSea Craft's decision proves it." Regarding the Author(s).

Frank Corder is a native of Pascagoula. For almost two decades, he has noted and offered analysis on administration, public policy, business and matters of faith. Frank's interviews, articles, and columns have been shared throughout Mississippi as well as in national publications. He is a frequent guest on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State. Frank has served his community in both elected and appointed public office, hosted his own local radio and television programs, and managed private businesses all while being an engaged husband and father. Email Frank: [email protected].

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