Unmanned Systems News & Articles

UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía will supply critical autonomous navigation technology for Europe’s VANTAGE project, advancing next-gen VTOL drone capabilities for defense operations

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has unveiled the PELE, a versatile, semi-autonomous uncrewed launched effect with 7 hour endurance, optimized for use on the MQ-9B SkyGuardian®, that can also be launched from the ground

Astra Systems has demonstrated its advanced Arbiter 1A FPV drone to the U.S. Army, showcasing tactical agility, ISR capabilities, and battlefield readiness

Sabrobotix's LIZARD helicopter UAVs are equipped with built-in AI computing modules and are ideal for both civilian and defense applications

UAVOS has completed successful overload testing of its composite rotor blades, validating their structural integrity for UAVs up to 50 kg MTOW

HBK has updated its SensorCloud RTK service, integrating with HBK navigation systems to provide centimeter-level accuracy and simplified deployment for autonomous systems

The FAA has granted a BVLOS waiver enabling drone operations at mountain resorts, leveraging uAvionix’s ground-based DAA system and Intellition’s autonomous flight capabilities

Aker Solutions has advanced offshore inspection with autonomous drones, completing a BVLOS flight from shore and integrating AI-driven monitoring on a North Sea platform

Persistent Systems has been selected for a major U.S. Navy contract, providing advanced MANET communications to support current and future unmanned surface vessel operations

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems is internationally showcasing a full-scale model of the company’s Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) at the Paris Air Show 2025 at Stand B-176, Hall 3

Cellen's fully-electric UAVs offer best-in-class flight times of up to 150 minutes, with zero emissions and seamless refueling capabilities

Cambridge Pixel and OpenWorks Engineering are collaborating to deliver adaptable counter-drone systems tailored for European law enforcement agencies

Airbus Helicopters has launched HTeaming, a modular crewed-uncrewed solution that enables helicopter crews to take full control of UAS while airborne

Neousys Technology and Factory Systemes will showcase IP69K edge AI computers and lightweight AI mission computers for drones and robotics at Paris Air Show 2025

Canadian robotics company Optimotive introduces the IRIS MK2, a rugged autonomous robot built to automate data collection in demanding outdoor environments

YellowScan’s new Smoothing feature enhances point cloud data by reducing noise, improving accuracy, and preserving critical details for better geospatial analysis

UAV autopilot developer Embention has celebrated 18 years of impact and expansion in the UAS industry regarding innovation, quality, and global presence

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Using autonomous underwater technology, Advanced Navigation and O2 Marine have documented severe coral bleaching at Hall Bank, revealing climate impacts on one of Earth’s southernmost reefs

D-2 Inc. highlighted its latest underwater sensor technologies and mobile fuel testing system during Combined Naval Event 2025, held May 20–22 in Farnborough, UK

Deep Trekker has delivered sixteen REVOLUTION ROVs to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, supporting underwater EOD missions through a UNDP initiative

Gotonomi's products equip UAV platforms with reliable command and control as well as data and video streaming capabilities for BVLOS inspection and surveillance applications

Systork introduces the Linnet Mosaic-X5, featuring enhanced thermal performance, microSD logging, and full GNSS support for drones and robotics in challenging environments

Persistent Systems’ Wave Relay® devices have received NSA approval for CSfC use, offering secure, commercial alternatives to legacy classified communication solutions

The UK MoD has signed a long-term support contract with GA-ASI to sustain the RAF’s Protector RG Mk1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) system

Elistair's tethered drone system will provide continuous surveillance of ports from an autonomous vessel as part of the European SMAUG project