Axon is an onboard hardware and firmware platform that provides the core infrastructure required for autonomous vessel control, system coordination and real-time data management. Installed directly on the vessel, it serves as a central integration hub for propulsion, navigation, communications and sensor systems, capturing, processing and distributing operational data across the platform while supporting reliable remote and autonomous operations.
Designed to simplify the development and deployment of uncrewed marine systems, Axon provides a common architecture for vessel monitoring, control and automation. The platform enables seamless interaction between onboard subsystems while managing the flow of data required to support autonomous decision-making, remote operation and mission execution. Its flexible design allows it to be integrated into a wide range of vessel types and operational concepts, helping developers reduce integration complexity and accelerate deployment timelines.
Drawing on decades of experience across the defence, commercial marine, energy and research sectors, Axon has been engineered to meet the demands of challenging maritime environments. The platform is well suited to USVs, maritime autonomous surface ships (MASS) and marine robotics applications, providing a scalable foundation that can evolve alongside changing mission requirements and emerging autonomous technologies.
