Uncrewed Systems News & Articles

USVs to be Delivered to the U.S. Government

Ocean Power Technologies has reached an agreement for multiple WAM-Vs, an ASV with an articulating suspension system, for delivery to a Department of the US Government

Jul 01, 2024
Marine Robotics Company Signs Japanese Representative

Greensea IQ has signed Nippon Kaiyo Co. as its international representative in Japan, expanding the market reach of the Bayonet Autonomous Underwater Ground Vehicles

Jun 24, 2024
New Order Placed for Compact ROV

Kystdesign will provide DOF with two Constructor Compact ROV systems, which have a top-side control system, configurable operation stations, and many additional functions or sensor options

Jun 21, 2024
Partnership to Improve Autonomous Maritime ISR

AVTA’s CM62 Micro Gimbal is being integrated with the Maritime Robotics Otter USV for autonomous maritime ISR operations, providing EO/IR and multi-sensor capabilities

Jun 19, 2024
Maritime Domain Awareness Solution Engineered for Hot Climates

Ocean Power Technologies has engineered its AI capable Maritime Domain Awareness Solution, Merrows, for hot climates after lessons from previous deployments

Jun 13, 2024
Pilot AUV Pipeline Inspection Completed

Oceaneering International’s Freedom AUV completed a high-quality Pipeline Inspection Industrial Pilot of over 120km of sub-marine lines to aid TotalEnergies reach Net Zero by 2050

Jun 11, 2024
USVs to Collect Water Pollution Data in South West England

The remotely controlled USVs will harvest a range of water quality and eutrophication data within inland waters on weekly deployments from stations in Dartmouth, Falmouth and Plymouth

Jun 10, 2024
Transoceanic USV Completes First Sea Trials

Exail has conducted the first sea trials for its new transoceanic USV, the DriX O-16, designed for long-duration operations and able to deploy multiple payloads and subsea assets

Jun 07, 2024
Collaboration to Expand AUGV Technology

Greensea IQ is integrating its Bayonet Autonomous Underwater Ground Vehicles (AUGVs) into BlueZone Group’s offerings for Australian and New Zealand partners, enabling effective operations in challenging surf zone environments

Jun 06, 2024
Drones Map Tide-Exposed Coral Reefs

A new study from AIMS and the University of Western Australia highlights the potential of drones as a tool to monitor intertidal reefs, usually under-represented in monitoring programs

Jun 05, 2024
Successful AUV Demonstrations for the US Navy & DIU

Kongsberg Discovery completed in-water demonstrations of the HUGIN AUVs as part of the commercial evaluation of Large Diameter Unmanned Underwater Vehicle systems

Jun 04, 2024
Bayonet Surf-Zone AUGV Strengthens International Presence

Greensea IQ has made DpeR Consulting its international consulting firm, bolstering the market presence of Bayonet AUGVs by supporting sales and providing relevant training

Jun 03, 2024
USVs to Continue Gulf of Maine Seafloor Mapping

Two Saildrone uncrewed surface vessels will be gathering accurate ocean depths and seafloor topography in the Gulf of Maine to aid navigation, telecommunications, and more

May 31, 2024
Evolution Launched for Satellite-Assisted Docking Guidance System

The evolution of the Grimaldi Satellite Berthing project will verify the suitability of the system, which uses satellite technology to assist in ship docking, to achieve Autonomy Level 2

May 30, 2024
New Unmanned Surveying Technology from SatLab

SatLab has introduced the HydroBoat 1500 USV, a surveying vessel offering impressive autonomous operation capabilities and reliability for maximized surveying potential

May 29, 2024
Subsea Surveillance Team Revealed

Revolutionary Subsea Surveillance Team from ISE features the integration of the XL UUV and Subsea Docking System, aiding the management of AUVs at sea with optional surfacing

May 21, 2024
Autonomous Underwater Thruster Control Technology Launched

Tiburon Subsea’s JETTE is an in-line dual vectored subsea robotic controlled propulsion system, offering increased speed, variable controls, maneuverability, durability, & redundancy

May 21, 2024
Autonomous Hull Cleaner Confirmed Non-Damaging for Silicone Coatings

CMP has confirmed that Greensea IQ’s EverClean autonomous hull cleaner does not damage silicone hull coatings, reducing biofouling without harming the environment

May 20, 2024
VideoRay Secures Naval Contract for Mission Specialist Defender ROV Capabilities

VideoRay has secured a five-year U.S. Navy contract to deliver advanced MK20 Defender ROVs for expeditionary mine countermeasure and undersea mission support

May 17, 2024