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On September 12, a Ukrainian unmanned surface vessel (USV) successfully destroyed a Russian naval drone in the Black Sea, marking the first combat between two unmanned boats, according to Ukraine's Navy. The operation involved Ukraine's military intelligence agency, HUR, which identified the Russian...
Michael Kaess, a professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute, has been appointed as an inaugural fellow in the Office of Naval Research's Chief of Naval Research Fellows program. This recognition highlights his contributions to the field of robotics and naval research. The Chief of...
This summer, the US military demonstrated its enhanced ship-sinking capabilities during multinational exercises in the Pacific, including Exercise Valiant Shield and RIMPAC. Notably, a B-2 bomber launched an AGM-158C Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRASM) at a decommissioned vessel, marking a signific...
Saildrone successfully executed two Joint Air-to-Ground Missile launches from its Surveyor unmanned surface vehicle (USV) during the US Navy's Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first-ever missile launch from a Saildrone USV, showcasing the integrat...
Turkish Aerospace has announced plans to develop a naval variant of its HÜRJET aircraft, aiming to enhance its export capabilities within NATO. CEO Mehmet Demiroglu expressed confidence that HÜRJET could serve as a trainer aircraft not only for Türkiye and Spain but also as a training platform for N...
NVIDIA's founder and CEO Jensen Huang inaugurated the NVIDIA DGX GB300 supercomputer at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. This advanced AI platform will support over 1,500 students and 600 faculty members, enhancing their capabilities in model training and inference for various...
U.S. defense startup Vatn Systems has unveiled SIGURD, a compact autonomous system designed to detect and neutralize naval mines. This innovative platform allows military operators to locate underwater mines without the need for large mine warfare vessels, addressing a critical challenge in naval op...
On July 12, 2026, the U.S. Central Command announced a significant advancement in naval warfare with a coordinated attack by three autonomous surface vessels on Iran's Bandar Abbas Naval Base. This operation, executed by the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet through Task Force 59, marks the first offensive miss...
The EDGE Group, a defense company from the United Arab Emirates, has successfully delivered six HT 100 NAVAL unmanned helicopters to the Angolan navy. This delivery is part of a €1 billion ($1.2 billion) contract finalized in 2023, following successful Factory Acceptance Trials (FAT) conducted in Sw...
German company Mehler Protection is preparing to introduce its new ship-mounted counter-drone system, SCILT NAVAL, at SMM 2026. This system is specifically designed to protect naval vessels from threats posed by FPV drones, loitering munitions, and other unmanned aircraft that can bypass conventiona...
Hydromea and SepcoTech A/S have formed a commercial partnership to promote Hydromea’s EXRAY™ subsea inspection system in Scandinavia. The focus will be on naval, defense, maritime, and offshore applications, addressing the need for inspections in submerged and confined spaces that are challenging fo...
NVIDIA has donated its DGX GB300 supercomputer to the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) in Monterey, California, to enhance AI research and education. This donation is part of a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) signed in December 2024, aimed at fostering collaborative AI initiati...
The article discusses the difficulties faced by military forces in securing the Strait of Hormuz against threats from Iran, a nation without a conventional navy. Despite being the world's most powerful military, the challenges stem from asymmetric warfare tactics employed by Iran, which complicate t...
The US Naval Postgraduate School’s Consortium for Advanced Manufacturing Research and Education is set to showcase mobile 3D printing capabilities during the Rim of the Pacific 2026 exercise. This initiative will involve deploying advanced manufacturing systems on ships and locations throughout Hawa...
SEABER has achieved a significant milestone with the successful integration of a next-generation interferometric 3D side-scan sonar (3DSS) into its MARVEL micro-AUV, marking the first global deployment of this advanced technology on such a platform. Utilizing patented CAATI technology, the 3DSS prov...
In Ukraine, V-Bat drones have demonstrated resilience against electronic warfare attacks that have successfully incapacitated other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This development highlights the increasing sophistication of drone technology amid ongoing conflicts, where electronic warfare tactics...
This week, the U.S. Navy is enhancing its fleet capabilities as a Seahawk drone is scheduled to join the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt. This integration reflects ongoing efforts to modernize naval operations and improve surveillance and reconnaissance missions. Additionally, the aviation c...
In a surprising announcement, former President Donald Trump declared the lifting of the naval blockade on Iran, although the specifics of this decision remain unclear. The timing of this declaration has raised questions, particularly as it comes amidst ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran. Ira...
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has introduced a new naval weapon system named Diamond, aimed at enhancing maritime defense capabilities. The announcement was made during a recent defense exhibition, showcasing the system's advanced technology and versatility. This innovative weapon system is desi...
A new defense strategy is being implemented that features a network of small satellite ships equipped with various defensive systems. This innovative approach allows these ships to operate independently while remaining connected to a central mother ship, creating a disaggregated model of naval defen...
The US Navy has announced the integration of unmanned surface and underwater vessels into its long-term shipbuilding strategy, which spans the next 30 years. This decision, made public in October 2023, reflects the Navy's commitment to modernizing its fleet and enhancing operational capabilities in...
A European defense technology company has announced the launch of the world's longest-endurance unmanned submarine, showcasing its capabilities at a recent defense exhibition. The submarine, designed for extended missions, can operate underwater for several weeks without the need for surface resuppl...
SeeByte, a prominent UK-based company specializing in advanced maritime defense and uncrewed systems technology, has entered into a representative agreement with BlueZone Group, a respected Australian defense solutions provider. This collaboration aims to bolster the operational capabilities of the...
Eureka Naval Craft, AIRCAT Vessels S.A.S., and the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) have entered into a significant agreement aimed at advancing the safe development of high-speed Unmanned and Autonomous Surface Vessels (USVs/ASVs). This collaboration, announced today, focuses on enhancing naval de...
Eureka Naval Craft, a defense company based in Houston, has announced plans to increase production of its AIRCAT BENGAL MC warship in Asia. This initiative follows the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Strategic Marine (S) Pte Ltd, a shipbuilder located in Singapore. The collaborat...
The NavalX Mid-Atlantic Tech Bridge (MATB) and 757 Collab have announced the launch of the Defense Technology Accelerator, a program aimed at expediting the development of dual-use technologies that can benefit the Department of Defense (DoD). This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance t...
Lloyd’s Register has granted Unmanned Marine Systems Certification to ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK for its RNMB Hydra vessel, an innovative uncrewed surface craft developed for the UK Royal Navy. This certification marks a significant milestone in the advancement of maritime technology, particularly in the a...
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