The latest UUV / AUV / ROV news for Autonomous and Unmanned Underwater Vehicles. Articles on unmanned submarines, subsea robotics, remotely operated vehicles, product launches and technological advances in UUV design and manufacture
Cellula Robotics expands its regional presence with a new UK team bringing deep expertise in defence, offshore operations, and stakeholder engagement to accelerate long-range AUV delivery
Deep Trekker has introduced SPECTRA, a portable inspection ROV rated to 1,000 meters that combines high-thrust propulsion, real-time 3D sonar SLAM, and integrated stereo 4K imaging for subsea inspection operations
Sonardyne's new intelligent monitoring system combines powerful analytics with wireless communications to provide live insights into the behavior of subsea infrastructure
Voyis' new strategic naming structure emphasizes functional intent and performance tiers to streamline subsea technology selection for global engineering and inspection teams
SubC Imaging introduces the Rayfin Trench, a specialized 11 km rated imaging system designed to provide 4K video and autonomous data logging for researchers and engineers operating in the extreme pressures of the hadal zone
New Lockheed Martin autonomous submersible mimics nature by hitching rides on host vessels to maintain full battery capacity for long-range maritime missions
SubC Imaging has partnered with Ocean Modules to bring its subsea cameras, LED lighting, and laser technology to Ocean Modules’ ROV systems, providing integrated imaging solutions for inspection and maritime operations
CHC Navigation has released its 2026 Edition USV integrating multibeam sonar, optional iLiDAR, and automated sound velocity profiling for high-resolution bathymetric mapping and efficient dual-domain marine and terrestrial surveys
VideoRay, part of AeroVironment, has launched the Mission Specialist Wraith, a compact UUV offering six-degree-of-freedom maneuverability and modular payload integration
FarSounder's new grant from the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation will accelerate the development of its machine-learning frameworks for automated maritime hazard classification
Voyis has earned ISO 9001 certification from DNV, underscoring its commitment to consistent quality, operational excellence, and reliable subsea optical imaging solutions
Kraken Robotics has secured $35 million in SeaPower battery orders from three customers, supporting longer-endurance UUV operations across defense, commercial, and research sectors
Greensea IQ rapidly deployed its EverClean robotic hull-cleaning system to Hawaii, demonstrating how commercial autonomy can quickly enhance U.S. Army vessel readiness and maintenance efficiency
Metal Shark and Tocaro Blue are collaborating to integrate advanced radar processing software into a high speed unmanned surface vessel platform for ISR and situational awareness missions
AeroVironment’s subsidiary VideoRay has been awarded a $4.8 million contract by the U.S. Coast Guard to provide Mission Specialist Defender ROVs for its modernization initiative
Kraken Robotics and TKMS ATLAS UK have successfully demonstrated the KATFISH USV-LARS on the UK Royal Navy's ARCIMS USV, advancing autonomous survey capabilities for maritime security and mine countermeasure operations
Collaboration between Sonardyne and SeaTrac Systems successfully deployed advanced sensors and USVs to gather near-real-time data on the Loop Current System
Winning entries from Teledyne Marine's 2025 Photo & Data Contest highlight diverse global applications of marine instruments in extreme conditions, scientific innovation, and crucial infrastructure monitoring
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