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SEA.AI, a leader in maritime machine vision since 2018, has integrated its advanced technology into MARTAC's unmanned surface vessels (USVs). This collaboration enhances the operational capabilities of MARTAC's fleet, which includes models like the MANTAS™ T12 and Devil Ray™ T38, by providing autono...
The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) has successfully demonstrated a robotic towed connector that enables the refueling of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) at sea. This innovation is part of the Blue Water Instrumentation program, aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of U...
Elistair and Exail have announced a partnership to integrate the Khronos automated tethered DroneBox with Exail’s DriX unmanned surface vessel (USV). This integration allows maritime operators to achieve persistent aerial surveillance directly from the vessel, significantly extending the range of su...
Barzan Holdings, the state-owned defense company of Qatar, unveiled over a dozen new defense platforms at the Milipol 2026 exhibition in Doha. These include first-person-view (FPV) drones, vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) uncrewed aerial vehicles, unmanned surface vessels, and electronic warfare...
The Navy is enhancing its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities through the deployment of unmanned surface vessels (USVs). This initiative aims to quickly detect, track, and interdict potential maritime threats, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, where maintaining s...
The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has initiated the second phase of its prize challenge aimed at developing mature unmanned surface vessels (USVs) for the Pentagon. This phase, known as Sprint 2, offers up to $40 million in prize money and seeks USVs capable of detecting and defeating airborne threa...
The Navy has revealed plans to procure 30 new drone ships, allocating 10 units each to Galliano Marine Services, Huntington Ingalls Industries, and Saronic Technologies under its Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) program. This initiative marks a significant advancement in the Navy's efforts to d...
A new multilevel path planning framework has been developed for unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) aimed at enhancing environmental monitoring of uninhabited islands and reefs. This framework utilizes information-driven techniques to optimize navigation and data collection processes in challenging mar...
The US Navy has successfully showcased a robotic system capable of capturing, refueling, and releasing an unmanned surface vessel (USV) at sea. This demonstration, led by the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, took place off Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, Virginia, and inv...
Lockheed Martin and Saildrone successfully demonstrated missile launches from an unmanned surface vessel during the RIMPAC 2026 exercise near Hawaii. This integration of Lockheed Martin’s Joint-Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) Dual Launcher and Adjunct Remote Engagement System (ARES) on a Surveyor-class...
The Navy has announced plans to purchase 30 medium unmanned surface vessels (MUSVs) from Galliano Marine Services, Huntington Ingalls Industries, and Saronic Technologies. This decision follows successful at-sea testing and is part of the Navy's new MUSV marketplace initiative. Each MUSV is estimate...
The Navy has launched Phase II of its medium unmanned surface vessel (MUSV) project, inviting innovative solutions for integration and testing. The solicitation notice, released on September 23, emphasizes the need for adaptable and resilient designs that can address evolving maritime threats. This...
Red Cat, a prominent player in the aerial drone industry, has announced the launch of Blue Ops, a new venture focused on the mass production of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). This strategic move comes as part of Red Cat's ongoing efforts to diversify its product offerings and capitalize on the gr...
Eelume and Maritime Robotics have announced a partnership to develop an innovative mine countermeasures solution that integrates current maritime platforms with autonomous systems, aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness. The centerpiece of this collaboration is the Eelume WP960, an unmanned su...
Colonel Chris P. Niedziocha, who led the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit during its recent Middle East deployment, emphasized the need for uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) in future operations. He noted that the Marines are currently lagging in operationalizing USVs, which are crucial for reconnaissan...
Onomichi Dockyard, a Japanese shipbuilder, has announced plans to start constructing uncrewed surface vessels. The company aims to supply these vessels to Japan's Self-Defense Forces and the U.S. military, marking a significant step into dual-use technologies that serve both civilian and military pu...
Ukraine executed a significant uncrewed surface vessel (USV) attack on the Nefrit, a multipurpose offshore vessel, in Sochi, Russia. This operation marks the first known USV strike on the resort city, located approximately 350 miles from Ukrainian-held territory, highlighting the expanding reach of...
Ukraine has introduced the MV11, the largest member of its Magura family of uncrewed surface vessels (USV), designed for open-ocean operations. This vessel can carry payloads up to 4,850 pounds and has been showcased with 18 Sting interceptors, enhancing its role as a counter-drone platform. The MV...
A Saildrone Voyager unmanned surface vehicle (USV) assisted the U.S. Navy in tracking and intercepting a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean, resulting in the seizure of approximately $81 million worth of cocaine on October 16, 2025. This operation highlights the transition of autonomou...
ACUA Ocean and Teledyne FLIR Defense have successfully conducted a two-day demonstration funded by UK Defence Innovation (UKDI). This event showcased the integration of a tethered uncrewed aerial system (T-UAS) and an uncrewed surface vessel (USV) capability, specifically using Teledyne FLIR’s SkyCa...
ZeroUSV recently showcased its Oceanus12 uncrewed surface vessel (USV) to the Royal Danish Navy in a demonstration held two hours northwest of Copenhagen, Denmark. This event was part of a competitive selection process by Danish Defence, aimed at evaluating the capabilities of the Oceanus12 USV over...
The Journal of Field Robotics has recently published an early view article highlighting advancements in robotic technology. This publication, which became available in October 2023, focuses on innovative applications of robotics in various fields, including agriculture, search and rescue, and enviro...
Lockheed Martin has announced a significant investment of $50 million in Saildrone, Inc., aimed at enhancing the capabilities of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). This partnership, revealed today, seeks to integrate advanced defense technology with Saildrone's proven USV systems, positioning them fo...
Exail has announced the successful sale of its latest long-range Uncrewed Surface Vehicle (USV), the DriX H-9, to a prominent global hydrographic authority. This transaction signifies a significant advancement in Exail's efforts to broaden its range of autonomous solutions, catering to both commerci...
On May 27, Baltic Workboats shipyard in Nasva, Estonia, marked a significant milestone in European defense innovation with the laying of the keel for a new semi-autonomous modular vessel. This development is part of the EUROGUARD project, one of the largest initiatives funded by the European Defence...
Exail has successfully completed its inaugural sale of the DriX O-16, a cutting-edge transoceanic Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV). This advanced maritime technology has been purchased by a customer in the Indo-Pacific region, who operates within the civil sector. The DriX O-16 is specifically engineer...
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