Rolls-Royce has been chosen to provide engines for the development of a new generation of landing craft.

The multi-million dollar contract for the new craft will see Rolls partner will Textron to provide prototype craft, with the US navy looking to buy 72 units with the potential for further orders from the navy and other departments.

The success of the contract is expected to see the creation of further business from other nations as well as future contracts from the US as the company further establishes itself within the US defence market.