AEVEX to Showcase Autonomous & ISR Technologies at SOF Week 2026

AEVEX will present autonomous systems, launched effects, airborne ISR technologies, and additive manufacturing capabilities at SOF Week 2026, including demonstrations of its Mako Lite USV and ForgeX manufacturing capability By Eleanor Widdows / 13 May 2026

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AEVEX to Showcase Autonomous and ISR Technologies at SOF Week 2026
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AEVEX Corp. is presenting a comprehensive portfolio of autonomous systems, launched effects, airborne ISR, and mission-enabling technologies at SOF Week 2026.

At Booth 1933 on Level 3 of the Tampa Convention Center, AEVEX is exhibiting a broad array of capabilities spanning air, maritime, and additive manufacturing mission sets. Leaders, engineers, and operational experts from the company are on-site to engage with attendees while showcasing autonomous systems, Advanced Positioning, Navigation and Timing (A2PNT), and mission-tailored unmanned solutions.

In the harbor outside the convention center, AEVEX is conducting daily morning demonstrations of its Mako Lite Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV). Complementing these waterborne operations, the company is highlighting its ForgeX Additive Manufacturing capability at the convention center entrance, showcasing rapidly deployable, forward-relevant production and sustainment concepts.

Craig Anders, SVP, Business Development at AEVEX, stated, “AEVEX continues to deliver adaptable, affordable, and operationally relevant capabilities that enhance the effectiveness of U.S. and allied forces. SOF Week remains an important venue as we engage with customers and partners on mission priorities.”

The presentation underscores AEVEX’s focus on autonomous systems, additive manufacturing, affordable mass, and multi-domain operational solutions, with the company welcoming attendees throughout SOF Week to discuss its technologies and capabilities.

Posted by Eleanor Widdows Eleanor joined Unmanned Systems Technology in 2025 as a Junior Editor and Copywriter. She holds a First-Class Honors degree in English Language and Linguistics from the University of Southampton and is passionate about producing clear, accessible content on UAVs, robotics, and sensing technologies, showcasing the latest innovations in the unmanned systems sector. Connect
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