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Cellula Robotics Ltd. and Industrias FERRI S.A. have launched Nautical Reach Systems Ltd., a joint venture based in East Coast Canada. This new entity will focus on designing and manufacturing marine motion, lift, and handling systems tailored for autonomous maritime operations, including smart laun...
The Marine Corps has selected Allen Control Systems' Bullfrog M240 autonomous weapon for integration into its Light Marine Air Defense Integrated System (L-MADIS). This system is part of the Ground Based Air Defense program and includes two Polaris MRZR vehicles, one serving as a command unit and th...
RAD, a marine technology firm, has successfully raised £4.4 million in funding to accelerate the commercialization of its autonomous vessel technologies and expand its electric propulsion systems. This funding round, led by Mercia Ventures, comes after a year of significant product development and c...
Elbit Systems, based in Israel, has acquired International Submarine Engineering (ISE), a Vancouver-based company specializing in autonomous underwater systems. This acquisition, announced on Tuesday, marks Elbit's strategic expansion into the underwater autonomous systems sector, enhancing its posi...
Taiwan has entered into a partnership with U.S. defense startup Vatn Systems to develop autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) aimed at enhancing maritime surveillance and defense capabilities. The agreement, signed with the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science and Technology (NCSIST), focuses on...
The US Marine Corps has awarded Epirus an $11 million contract for the HAVOC system, a vehicle-mounted high-power microwave weapon designed to disable drone swarms. This system is derived from Epirus' Leonidas weapon and will be integrated into both manned and unmanned Marine Corps vehicles, enhanci...
The Marine Corps has awarded an $11 million contract to Epirus for its High-power Microwave Autonomous Vehicle Operational Capability (HAVOC) system, designed to counter unmanned aircraft. This system will be installed on ground vehicles and includes training, service, and sustainment support. This...
Spry Technocon Private Limited has formed a strategic partnership with Teledyne Marine, Klein Marine Systems, and VideoRay to develop advanced Unmanned Mine Countermeasure (MCM) Systems for the Indian Navy. This collaboration aims to leverage cutting-edge underwater sensing and imaging technologies...
In mid-June 2026, the CNRS deployed ten SEAEXPLORER autonomous underwater gliders in the Ligurian Sea as part of Mission 6 under France's 2030 funding plan. This initiative aims to create a comprehensive environmental data atlas for the northwestern Mediterranean, focusing on the impacts of human ac...
Klein Marine Systems, recognized as a global leader in advanced side scan sonar and underwater imaging technology, has unveiled its latest innovation, the MANTIS UUV. This integrated multi-channel side scan sonar system is specifically designed to enhance unmanned underwater vehicles by providing hi...
Klein Marine Systems, recognized for its advanced sonar technology, has secured a five-year indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with the U.S. Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO). This contract, valued at up to $1.5 million, focuses on providing support and maintenance for the...
Klein Marine Systems, a prominent player in sonar technology, has secured a contract to supply Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS) hardware to Saab Kockums AB, based in Linköping, Sweden. This partnership underscores Klein's commitment to advancing maritime surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities. T...
Klein Marine Systems, a prominent player in sonar technology, has announced the integration of the Exail Octans Nano OEM Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS) as the standard navigation solution for its 5900 Side Scan Sonar (SSS). This strategic collaboration, revealed recently, is designed t...
Klein Marine Systems, a leading company in advanced sonar technology, has announced the acquisition of 20 high-resolution 900kHz side scan sonar systems from the French firm RTsys. This purchase, revealed today, is intended for integration into Klein's innovative micro autonomous underwater vehicle...
Klein Marine Systems, a prominent player in sonar technology, has officially dedicated the “Klein Sonar Innovation Lab” at the John Olson Advanced Manufacturing Center at the University of New Hampshire (UNH). This event marks a significant step forward in the partnership between Klein Marine System...
Klein Marine Systems has successfully delivered its 5900 ultra-high-resolution sonar to the Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST) as part of KIOST's initiative to enhance marine science and technology. The advanced sonar system will be utilized for seafloor topography surveys, aiding...
Northrop Grumman has developed an advanced navigation system specifically designed for US Navy ships and submarines. This new system is expected to enhance operational capabilities and improve the safety and efficiency of naval missions. The integration of this technology is crucial as the Navy cont...
Ultra Maritime demonstrated a new underwater surveillance system during the U.S. Navy’s 2026 Lanternfish exercise. The system integrates the Sea Spear passive sonar with the SSQ-125B active sonobuoy to enhance detection capabilities for unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs). This combination allows fo...
The Journal of Field Robotics has published an early view article highlighting advancements in robotic technology aimed at enhancing agricultural efficiency. Researchers from various institutions collaborated on this study, which was released in October 2023. The article focuses on the development o...
Researchers have developed a new method that utilizes machine learning and feature selection to accurately predict aluminum levels in marine environments. This innovative approach aims to enhance the efficiency of monitoring efforts, addressing growing concerns over aluminum pollution in aquatic eco...
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated recently showcased its advanced capabilities in Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) through a demonstration conducted in Icelandic waters from January 17 to January 22. The event featured the deployment of several state-of-the-art autonomous underwater vehicles, including...
Blue Ocean Marine Tech Systems has announced its acquisition by Helsing, a prominent European defense technology firm known for its expertise in artificial intelligence-driven autonomous systems. This strategic move is set to enhance Helsing's capabilities in mass and precision operations across var...
Babcock International Group and HII have entered into a memorandum of understanding to integrate HII’s REMUS unmanned underwater vehicles with Babcock’s advanced submarine Weapon Handling and Launch Systems. This collaboration aims to enhance the autonomous launch and recovery capabilities of UUVs t...
JFD Australia has secured a four-year extension of its contract with the Department of Defence, ensuring the continued provision of submarine rescue systems to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN). This partnership, which has been in place since 2009, underscores the importance of maintaining a critical...
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