The latest unmanned systems news for UAV, UAS, UGV, USV, UUV, drones and robotics. Articles on product launches and technological advances in unmanned and autonomous design, research and manufacture.
UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía supported SATNUS during the third FCAS/NGWS flight campaign, enabling synchronized autonomous multi-aircraft flights as the MCSD and NGAC were successfully validated
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. completed the final "third lifetime" of full-scale fatigue testing for the MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft, achieving a total of 120,000 operating hours to validate the airframe's design and structural integrity
Amprius Technologies has launched the Amprius Korea Battery Alliance to strengthen its supply chain, collaborate with key partners, and expand global production of its high-performance silicon anode batteries
Gremsy's VIO Appreciation Campaign will offer financial credits to drone OEMs and distributors who submit flight footage and testimonials highlighting the advanced visual-inertial payload system in mission-critical operations
Kraken Robotics appoints BlueZone Group as an authorized reseller, expanding regional access to its advanced SAS and KATFISH systems and strengthening in-country support capabilities across Australia and New Zealand
Elistair has unveiled a dual payload configuration for its Khronos drone, integrating a tactical radio and EO camera to create a persistent, multi-mission aerial mast for secure communications and ISR in complex operational environments
Alva Industries to showcase FiberPrinting stator technology and SlimTorq motors at SPS 2025, November 25–27, with new sizes and demos at Hall 3 Booth 259
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. and Saab are set to conduct a full flight demonstration of an Airborne Early Warning and Control capability on the MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft in Southern California
PlanBlue and Orpheus Ocean have partnered to advance seafloor intelligence, merging AI-powered imaging with deep-rated AUV platforms for sustainable ocean monitoring and protection
TEKEVER’s new MoU with MERIO explores integrating advanced EO/IR gimbals into its aerial systems, strengthening ISR capabilities and expanding collaboration within France’s technology ecosystem
FarSounder has integrated its Argos 3D Forward Looking Sonar with Anschütz’s SYNAPSIS (W)ECDIS NX, enabling real-time subsurface data to be visualized directly within the navigation system
IDGA's 2026 Future Indirect Fires Summit on January 27-28 in Arlington, Virginia, will bring together 300+ military and industry leaders to discuss modernization, emerging long- and short-range fires, and training, advancing survivability, precision, and operational effectiveness.
The LiDAR Summit 2025 at Fullerton College will bring together industry and education leaders to highlight advances in 3D geospatial technology, featuring technology demonstrations, panels, breakout sessions, and a keynote address by Pete Kelsey, founder of VCTO Labs
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is showcasing its YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft, a semi-autonomous unmanned fighter jet focused on rapid, affordable production and air-to-air operations, at the Dubai Airshow 17th-21st November, 2025
MostaTech has expanded its VG2103S series with the VG2103SD, a digital-output fiber optic gyroscope offering enhanced precision and real-time integration capabilities
Thales has delivered a new autonomous surface naval drone to the French Navy, advancing the MMCM programme with enhanced mine-countermeasure capabilities and integrated sensor technologies
Gremsy has integrated its VIO EO/IR payload into Velos Rotors’ unmanned helicopters, providing dual thermal and high-resolution visual imaging for stable, precise, and enhanced mission capabilities in surveillance, reconnaissance, and industrial inspection.
Underwater Intervention 2025 returns December 3–5 in New Orleans, offering programming, technology showcases, and networking for professionals across the underwater operations, marine, and subsea sectors
uAvionix is collaborating with OneSky to incorporate its FlightLine™ ADS-B data into OneSky’s UAS Traffic Management platform, providing real-time situational awareness to support safer and scalable drone operations
Deployed by University of Tasmania researchers, a custom Boxfish ROV completed a 50-transect Beagle Marine Park survey, with footage premiering on YouTube on Wednesday, 19 November at 7 pm AEDT
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