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.
Iridium Communications Inc. is launching a U.S. government-specific version of its 9603 module, featuring Enhanced Short Burst Data (ESBD) for secure, low-latency mobile messaging across global defense networks
Elistair has secured a contract to supply tethered drone systems for integration into Greece’s Mobile Operations Centers, enhancing disaster response capabilities
Sunhillo Corporation has joined ResilienX to support the SAFE-T initiative in Tulsa, delivering surveillance data solutions for autonomous aviation development
SightLine Applications, now including Athena AI, unveils advanced ISR solutions for unmanned systems including the ultra-compact 1710-OEM, the AI-enhanced 4100 board, and the 3.9.2 software release, at XPO25, Booth 3115
Volarious introduces the V-Line Pro for DJI Matrice 4 Series, a tethered power system designed to enable extended flight time and enhanced operational safety
TEKEVER’s AR3 uncrewed aerial system is supporting the UK’s StormShroud programme, advancing electronic warfare capabilities through modular integration and collaborative defence innovation
At Xponential 2025, Unmanned Aerospace will display their GH-4, a long-endurance vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) rotorcraft with a patented Automatic Pitch System (APS) and modular capabilities
AGISTAR introduces the BX-USV II, a compact modular platform engineered for aquatic data collection, environmental monitoring, hydrographic surveying, and infrastructure inspection in shallow and inland waters
Red Cat Holdings expands into maritime autonomy with a new line of combat-proven USVs, enhancing multi-domain capabilities for modern naval and joint-force operations
ParaZero Technologies will present the enhanced SafeAir™ M4 parachute recovery system with triple sensor redundancy, and the DefendAir counter-UAS net launcher and DropAir precision delivery system at XPO25 in Houston
WarrenUAS has received FAA 44807 approval to train students on unmanned aerial systems weighing over 55 pounds in the NAS, placing it among only five U.S. organizations with this clearance, and expanding its national training leadership
Manta Air is showcasing advanced UAV parachute recovery systems on UST, delivering reliable, low-impact safety solutions for drones with MTOWs from 5 to 41 kg
ARK Electronics' M.2 LTE Module has been added to the DIU Blue UAS Framework, joining other NDAA-compliant components approved for U.S. defense applications
ZIYAN Tech will present their range of unmanned technologies at the Shenzhen International UAV Exhibition, including heavy-lift cargo delivery and long-endurance helicopter UAVs
Exail’s UmiX-40 IMU is set to enhance Airbus’s SIRTAP tactical UAS navigation system, ensuring precise, reliable operation in GPS-denied and demanding environments
Orbital UAV has launched its new Power Management System (PMS), delivering advanced electrical control, protection, and remote start capabilities for heavy fuel drone engines
Persistent Systems’ Wave Relay® MANET has been selected to enhance U.S. Army CBRNE operations by enabling real-time sensor data sharing and threat response
Bridger Photonics has expanded its Gas Mapping LiDAR® technology to drones, enabling precise methane detection in remote, complex oil and gas environments
The inaugural Counter UAS Middle East & Africa 2025 will gather global defense leaders in Amman to explore threats, technologies, and strategies shaping regional drone defense
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