US marine robotics company Sea Machines Robotics has unveiled a new model of unmanned surface vehicle (USV) capable of operating in various industries. The 22.9-foot (seven-metre) craft is fitted with Sea Machines’ proprietary autonomous command and control system and can be used for duties...
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US boatbuilder unveils autonomous amphibious craft for military use
Louisiana-based boatbuilder Metal Shark Boats has unveiled a new type of autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) with amphibious and semi-submersible navigation capability. Metal Shark said the ASV combines multiple technologies to meet the current and near-future warfighting requirements of the US military and its allies. Merging autonomous, amphibious, and semi-submersible capabilities with the performance and seakeeping […]
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Maritime attack drone delivered to US Defense Department
A new type of autonomous surface vehicle (ASV) designed for maritime attack missions was recently procured by the US Department of Defense (DOD). Built by Florida-based unmanned systems specialist Maritime Tactical Systems (MARTAC), the 18-foot (5.5-metre) ASV was designed as a low-cost, attritable...
Belgian Armed Forces acquires multi-role ROVs
The Belgian Armed Forces has taken delivery of six new remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) built by French maritime robotics company Exail. The craft will be used by the Belgian Navy for inspection and disposal of underwater explosive ordnance as well as safeguarding of harbours, coastal areas,...
Partnership to develop autonomous boats for littoral security missions
UK-based unmanned systems specialist the Kraken Technology Group and software company Auterion have formed a partnership with the aim of developing autonomous capabilities for use in maritime security vessels optimised for littoral waters. The partnership is focused around the development and implementation of modular, low-cost autonomy software and unmanned vehicle systems for the maritime domain. […]
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US firm unveils new UUV variant
US defence shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) recently unveiled a new variant of an existing series of unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs). Each example of the craft will have a compact, two-person-portable design, the ability to easily integrate various payloads, a maximum operating...
Large USV to undergo operational trials with US Navy
Austal USA has launched a new large unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for ocean mapping and maritime domain awareness missions. The 65-foot (20-metre) USV was developed by unmanned systems specialist Saildrone. The vessel is powered by wind energy, solar energy, and a diesel generator for...
Yemen’s Houthi rebels employ drone boat in latest Red Sea shipping attack
Yemen’s Houthi militia employed a one-way attack unmanned surface vessel (USV) against international shipping lanes in the Red Sea on Thursday, January 4, the commander of US Naval Forces Central Command (NAVCENT) said in a subsequent press briefing. NAVCENT commander Vice Admiral Brad Cooper said...
Who’s Who: Maritime Movements for November/December 2023
WORK BOAT WORLD: Sonia Malaluan has been selected to serve as the new administrator of the Philippines’ Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA), taking over from Hernani Fabia. Malaluan was previously MARINA’s Deputy Administrator for Planning, serving in the post since November 2022. She has spent...
Maritime Security Vessel News Roundup | December 14 – Russian submarines, UK fisheries patrol catamaran and more
The Russian Navy welcomes two new submarines into service as trials begin for a fisheries protection vessel for a UK operator. The Royal New Zealand Navy will conduct testing of an unmanned vehicle powered by renewable energy sources. Finally, an order has been placed for a minehunting remotely...