Unmanned Technology News

The latest technology news for Autonomous and Unmanned Systems. Articles on integrated and embedded systems, payloads, product launches and technological advances for drones, UAV, UGV, USV and UUV

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Bundeswehr Selects AVILUS for Uncrewed Airborne Patient Transport Project

AVILUS will provide the Bundeswehr with two operational uncrewed aerial systems, flight trials and operator training for future military medical evacuation requirements

Jul 17, 2026
Modular Payload Standard Launched for Airborne Cellular Geolocation System

Smith Myers' new Modular Payload compliant configuration for its airborne cellular detection system enables rapid, cost-effective plug-and-play integration across diverse unmanned aerial vehicles and ground-based systems

Jul 17, 2026
Unified Aerial Intelligence System Showcased at Farnborough

Gremsy and Beyond Vision address critical operational bottlenecks by delivering a seamless, turnkey drone solution designed to optimize complex public safety and critical infrastructure monitoring workflows

Jul 17, 2026
New Heavy-Lift Drone Powertrain Unveiled Alongside Record UAV Fuel Cell Order

Intelligent Energy has introduced a 120kW hydrogen fuel cell system for long-range fixed-wing UAVs and secured its largest UAV-sector commercial order to date

Jul 17, 2026
São Paulo to Introduce Municipal-Scale Drone Detection as a Service

R2 Wireless and Ôguen Tecnologias are partnering to provide subscription-based RF detection, geolocation and continuous airspace awareness across metropolitan São Paulo

Jul 17, 2026
Blitz Technology Releases Spectrum 800Plus Gimbal for Group 1–2 UAS

Blitz Technology’s Spectrum 800Plus combines high-definition image processing, a 20x optical zoom sensor and laser ranging capabilities within a ruggedized low-SWaP design

Jul 17, 2026
Xsens Introduces Compact OEM GNSS/INS Modules

Xsens has introduced Avior GNSS/INS and Avior RTK GNSS/INS modules, combining inertial sensing and u-blox technology for embedded navigation, with centimeter-level RTK positioning capability available

Jul 16, 2026
Spectrum Controls Wins Rockwell Automation Innovation Award

Global manufacturer Allient Inc. highlights its business unit Spectrum Controls following recognition for advanced automation solutions

Jul 16, 2026
RAD Secures £4.4 Million for Autonomous Vessel Systems & Electric Propulsion

RAD’s £4.4 million funding round will support Axon commercialisation, international expansion, electric propulsion development and increased engineering capacity for growing defence and commercial customer demand

Jul 16, 2026
UAV Navigation Launches VECTOR v9.2 Autopilot Software for Coordinated Air & Sea Swarms

UAV Navigation's VECTOR autopilot software update introduces open-architecture interoperability and coordinated multi-domain capabilities for Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USV)

Jul 15, 2026
MoU Signed for Cooperation on Civil Drone Applications

DeltaQuad and OmniDrones Projects have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support professional drone adoption for civil applications, initially focused on opportunities in the Netherlands

Jul 15, 2026
Advanced VTOL Platforms Demonstrate ISR & 3D Mapping Capabilities in Poland

BlueBird Aero Systems' inaugural flight operations highlight collaborative technical performance for military and tactical software partners

Jul 15, 2026
Vision-Based Navigation Module Targets GNSS-Degraded UAS Operations

UAVOS has tested NAVAI, a vision-based navigation module that uses neural networks, real-time camera imagery and pre-loaded terrain maps to provide an additional positioning input for UAS operating in GNSS-degraded environments

Jul 15, 2026
Beyond Vision Grants Canadian Manufacturing Rights to Arcanus Aerial Systems

A binding agreement establishes production rights in Canada for NATO-trusted defense drone technology from Beyond Vision

Jul 15, 2026
Gremsy Continues EO & Thermal Payload Integration with SWIFT UAV

Gremsy’s customized high-resolution electro optical and thermal imaging payload continues to be integrated with UPTEKO’s EASA C2-certified SWIFT UAV for public safety, critical infrastructure, and industrial applications

Jul 15, 2026
Collaboration Explores Mission Systems for Phoenix UAS

Under a new MoU, Honeywell Aerospace and Enigma Aerospace will assess mission-system integration for Phoenix, supporting autonomous logistics operations in contested environments for defense customers

Jul 14, 2026
SBG Systems Launches Tactical IMU with Enhanced Performance & Intelligence

SBG Systems has launched a new tactical-grade sensor that delivers higher accuracy, reduced latency, and real-time mechanical spectrum analysis for harsh operating environments

Jul 14, 2026
Dronecode Members Gain Expert Consulting & Code Review Support from Ascend Engineering

Ascend Engineering commits dedicated annual consulting hours and technical support to accelerate development across the Dronecode Foundation ecosystem

Jul 13, 2026
NZ Customs Acquires Submersible Robotics to Combat Maritime Smuggling & Secure Borders

New Zealand Customs standardizes regional underwater border defense through the acquisition of three Oceanbotics remotely operated vehicles

Jul 13, 2026
Digital Identity System Launched for Windform Components

CRP Group has launched CRP UniqTrust to give Windform components a digital identity supporting authorized verification of authenticity, conformity, production history, and supply chain information

Jul 13, 2026
Gremsy Expands Drone Ecosystem & Showcases NDAA-Compliant Payloads at Tokyo Exhibition

Gremsy is introducing a unified hardware and software ecosystem designed to optimize automated infrastructure inspection and disaster management across the APAC region

Jul 13, 2026
Embention Lists on Euronext Growth Paris & Expands Global Reach

Embention transitions to Euronext Growth Paris to boost international investor visibility and scale its certified autonomy technologies

Jul 10, 2026
Dronetag & VIG-SEC Drone Partner to Enhance Airspace Coordination for Public Safety

The integration of Dronetag Remote ID hardware into the ACRE Suite creates a unified operational picture for complex manned and unmanned missions

Jul 10, 2026
Wireless Power Beaming & AI Orchestration Project to Enable Drone Swarm Operations

Gambit and Reach Power's joint technology project combining wireless power beaming and autonomous orchestration has secured military funding to develop small drone swarms capable of recharging mid-mission without ever needing to land

Jul 10, 2026
Overwatch Imaging Releases ASO 12.0 Software Update

Overwatch Imaging’s ASO 12.0 software update introduces a redesigned operator interface, no-touch mission autonomy, in-app mosaicking, and AI-enabled assistance to streamline airborne sensor operations and intelligence workflows

Jul 10, 2026
ASELSAN Showcases Defense Innovation During NATO Secretary General Visit

During Mark Rutte’s April visit to ASELSAN’s Ankara technology base, the company showcased multi-domain defense systems, serial production capabilities, and engineering talent

Jul 10, 2026
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