Michigan launches the Uncrewed Triple Challenge (UTC), a first-of-its-kind competition testing autonomous drones on land, in the air, and over water to showcase the state's advanced mobility capabilities.
The competition featured a three-part test course for next-gen drone systems, with teams from seven U.S. states and two countries competing for awards in different categories like Best in Maritime, Best in Air, and others.
The collaboration across public and private sectors in Michigan, involving entities like the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Michigan National Guard, highlights the state's commitment to innovation, job creation, and defense legacy.
Michigan's focus on building a Mobility Innovation Hub, leveraging its existing strengths in defense and aerospace industries, aims to attract new businesses and create high-tech jobs in the field of autonomous systems.