Weeks after Qatar took delivery of its first ULAQ armed unmanned surface vehicle (USV) from Türkiye, the vessel is attracting eyeballs at the ongoing event. The display of the vehicle…

HAVELSAN has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with one of Turkey’s leading private shipyards, CEMRE, initiating a strategic collaboration covering the design, development, prototyping, production, and marketing of Hybrid…

Exail has been awarded a defence contract by a European country for the supply of five DriX H-8 uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). The vehicles will be used for intelligence, surveillance,…

Exail has been awarded a contract by the Oceanic Observatory of Madeira (OOM) to supply a DriX O-16 Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), following an international competitive public tender. The USV…

Republikorp has signed an agreement with Milanion Group at IDEX 2025 in Abu Dhabi to supply the Indonesian Navy with unmanned surface vessels (USVs). The partnership involves integrating Milanion’s Autonomous…

ST Engineering Unmanned Integrated Systems and Al Seer Marine signed an MOU at the ongoing IDEX to deepen their collaboration in the area of uncrewed surface vessels (USVs). The partnership…

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has deployed Maritime Security Unmanned Surface Vessels (MARSEC USVs) for operational patrols since January 2025, following a series of tests. These vessels operate alongside…

ARES Shipyard, is showcasing for the first time in public its 'game-changer' ULAQ KAMA Expendable Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV). An actual ULAQ KAMA Expendable USV is on display at ARES…

Exail has recently launched and tested its new transoceanic Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV), the DriX O-16. The vessel was presented to notable customers and partners, including significant global hydrographic institutes…

The Felix On-The-Move Counter UAS System and the Yakamos-RT retractable radar are among the capabilities that Turkish company Meteksan Defence is exhibiting at DIMDEX for the first time. Felix is…

Naval defense technology leader Havelsan is set to unveil the ÇAKA S-KUSV (Submersible Kamikaze Unmanned Surface Vehicle) at the ongoing Show. The ÇAKA S-KUSV, a new breed of naval technology…

Exail, formerly iXblue, recently took part in the Digital Horizon Unmanned & Artificial Intelligence Exercise in Bahrain, organized by the US Navy. The U.S. Navy’s 5th Fleet held the three-week…

Ocius, an Australian maritime drone technology company, signed a contract to supply Bluebottle Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) to the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), according to the company’s press release on…

PT Lundin revealed its newest product the X-33 Light Strike Boat and Unmanned Surface Vessel at the ongoing Indo Defence 2022 show. The Indonesian privately-owned shipyard is highlighting the X-33…

Turkey's Sefine Shipyard provided DIMDEX 2022 visitors a view of the scale model of its unveiled its Constellation-class unmanned fast-attack and patrol vessels. The event concluded on Wednesday. The display…

Dearsan Shipyard's new unmanned surface vessel (USV) - USV 15 - attracted much attention at the DIMDEX 2022 exhibition that concluded on March 23 in Doha, Qatar. In December last…

The Ocean Exploration Cooperative Institute (OECI) will acquire a DriX Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) from iXblue, a high-tech company specialized in the design and manufacturing of advanced autonomous, marine and…

The U.S. Navy's first program for an unmanned surface vehicle to support the Distributed Maritime Operations strategy is in progress with L3Harris Technologies developing a Medium Unmanned Surface Vehicle (MUSV).…

Elbit Systems is expanding the operational capabilities of the Seagull Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) beyond Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) and Mines Countermeasure (MCM). Trials conducted in recent weeks were dedicated to…

By Arie Egozi In an Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) exercise conducted recently together with the Hellenic Navy, the Israeli Navy deployed its autonomous Seagull Multi-Mission Surface Vessel in an ASW configuration…

China’s high-speed unmanned sea vessel -SeaFly-01- that can be used for a number of applications including detecting submarines, has attracted significant interest in the last couple of years.   The…

Al Seer Marine Technologies is showcasing a wide range of unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) at the ongoing show. The company’s offerings have also attracted interest from visiting military delegations and…

In an impressive demonstration, Elbit Systems performed live, real-time control of its Seagull multi-mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) system from Paris, while the Seagull platform was sailing in Haifa Bay,…

​The strategic maritime corridor of the Gulf of Oman is seeing intensified bilateral cooperation between the Sultanate of Oman and Pakistan. On 12 January 2026, Oman’s Maritime Security Center (MSC)…

The People’s Republic of China has significantly escalated its regional power projection by mobilising thousands of civilian fishing vessels to rehearse coordinated naval blockade manoeuvres. Recent satellite imagery and ship-tracking…

​The landscape of maritime security is undergoing a rapid transformation as asymmetric surface threats necessitate more agile response mechanisms. In a significant move to address these challenges, Emirati defence powerhouse…

Barzan Holdings which is the backbone of Qatar’s efforts to develop its domestic defence and security industry, is showcasing its growing portfolio of defence platforms at the ongoing show. Rheinmetall…

By combining operational insight, technological leadership, global reach, and industrial resilience, the company is building the foundations required to become one of the world’s top 30 defence companies by 2030,…

​The Egyptian Navy unveiled its 2026 naval roadmap on 8 January 2026, marking a decisive doctrine shift from large surface combatants toward stealth and autonomous undersea warfare. Driven by fiscal…

The NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has awarded European defence leader Exail a major contract for the supply of several hundred K-Ster mine neutralisation vehicles. Valued at approximately €40…

The Royal Thai Navy (RTN) is expediting a strategic feasibility study to convert its flagship, the HTMS Chakri Naruebet, into a dedicated Unmanned X-Vehicle (UXV) carrier. The initiative, part of…

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has taken a major step in modernising its mine warfare capabilities with a steel-cutting ceremony held at ST Engineering’s Gul Yard on 13 November…

Interview: Şevket Ünal – Vice President, International Business Development & Marketing, HAVELSAN You are participating in the Defence & Security exhibition with a booth for the first time. What motivated…

Several important South Korean defence programmes were approved recently with the basic strategy for three new programmes finalised in addition to amendments to existing programmes. South Korea’s Landing Craft (LSF-II)…

Indonesian Navy Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali visited Japan’s JMSDF Yokosuka Naval Base on Monday (Sept. 29) to inspect the Oyashio-class submarine and the Mogami-class frigate, both anchored at…

Exail has announced that its DriX O-16 uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) has completed a 1,100-nautical-mile (2,000 km) voyage from La Ciotat, France, to Troia, Portugal, ahead of NATO’s REPMUS 2025…

Zelim, which is exhibiting its defence portfolio at DSEI in London, has launched a new dedicated business unit to meet rapidly growing demand from the global defence sector for its…

Modern maritime operations are no longer just about navigation—they are about understanding the environment, detecting risks in advance, and maintaining situational awareness at every moment. That’s exactly where BLUEVISION comes…

Exail has been awarded a contract to provide the Indonesian Navy with several Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) and Mine Identification and Disposal Systems (MIDS), supporting the development of an integrated…

Banyuwangi-based PT Lundin Industry Invest (North Sea Boats) is highlighting its latest naval offerings at Indo Defence 2024, including the X33 KSR (Kapal Serbu Ringan) fast missile boat. The X33…

China's growing military prowess has caused considerable concern for its neighbours in in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia. With Jakarta responding to the threat by diversifying its defence relationships and deepening…

Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), EDGE Group’s naval arm and the regional leader in the construction, maintenance, refit, and conversion of naval and commercial vessels, is showcasing its growing portfolio…

Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) unveiled several advanced defence technologies at this year’s DSEI Japan exhibition, held from 21 to 23 May in Chiba. Among the centrepieces was…

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) is highlighting its growing portfolio of advanced defence technologies at this year’s DSEI Japan exhibition, with a focus on next-generation platforms and modular systems that reflect…

ST Engineering announced at the recent IMDEX that it has been awarded contracts by MINDEF to deliver a Suite of Mine Countermeasure Unmanned Systems for the Republic of Singapore Navy…

L3Harris has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between its SAMI-L3Harris Joint Venture (JV) and Zamil Shipyards, a leading maritime company based in Saudi Arabia. The MOU will advance…

Integrated and Reliable Data Distribution Systems for Naval Platforms Developed by HAVELSAN, the Platform Data Distribution System (PDDS) and Submarine Data Distribution System (SDDS) provide high-tech, reliable, and modular solutions…

Exail has partnered with Abu Dhabi Ship Building (ADSB), part of the EDGE Group, and the Technology Innovation Institute (TII) to enhance Mine Countermeasure (MCM) capabilities in the UAE. The…

ASELSAN recorded revenues of 120 billion TL (over 3.2 billion USD) in 2024, marking a 13% increase from the previous year. The company’s EBITDA margin rose from 22% to 25%,…

ASELSAN, a global leader in electronic warfare (EW), continues to redefine the future of defense technology with its cutting-edge solutions for both naval and land platforms. The company’s commitment to…

Boeing is exhibiting models of its H-47 Chinook, MH-139 Grey Wolf helicopters in addition to ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Wave Glider Uncrewed Surface Vehicle (USV) at the ongoing…

North Sea Boats, the global trade name for the privately owned Indonesian company PT Lundin Industry Invest, recently revealed construction progress on a new type of fast missile boat for…

If you thought military drone swarms are just a concept and quite a few years away from becoming a reality, Havelsan has a surprise coming your way. The Turkish software…

Ankara-based Turkish defense technology company Meteksan aims to expand its global presence and enhance international partnerships while strengthening its focus on emerging technologies such as counter-drone, electronic warfare (EW) and…

Türkiye’s Havelsan, which has leveraged new age technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and augmented reality (AR) to introduce innovative solutions for the modern battlefield, is promoting its Digital…

Azerbaijan is showcasing its prowess in building unmanned vehicles. On display at the ADEX are the indigenously made Kalan and Sugovushan kamikaze drones, which will soon be made available to…

Systems Engineering & Assessment (SEA), a technology company based in the UK, proudly displays its advanced decoy launcher Ancilia, at the company’s booth in the ongoing show. According to Paul…

BlueHalo and Kraken Technology Group are partnering to integrate BlueHalo’s Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)-backed autonomous mission systems into Kraken’s littoral security platforms. The companes intend to develop next-generation…

ST Engineering Marine Singapore conducted the inaugural steel-cutting ceremony for the first Multirole Combat Vessel (MRCV) of the Singapore Navy on Friday (Mar. 8). The ceremony involved small plates being…

The final numbers will emerge only after the event concludes, but if one were to judge from the range of advanced technological capabilities on display and the number of visitors,…

Barzan Holdings, founded seven years ago, has had a significant impact on Qatar’s defence industry and has contributed to bolstering the country’s autonomy through the development of local capabilities and…

Barzan Holdings, founded seven years ago, has had a significant impact on Qatar’s defence industry and has contributed to bolstering the country’s autonomy through the development of local capabilities and…

Turkish company Ares Shipyard has completed the design process of the Ares 76 Corvette and will highlight the capabilities of the vessel at the Show. The design of the compact…

The UAE’s EDGE Group, which has rapidly expanded its presence as a supplier of advanced defence equipment is amplifying its engagement in Southeast Asia, with a strong presence at the…

EDGE will reinforce its presence in Southeast Asia by exhibiting a range of advanced solutions at Defense & Security 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand.. The products and capabilities include high-performance small…

Leading Turkish defence firm Havelsan signed a number of strategic partnerships at the recent LIMA 2023, further growing the company’s presence in Malaysia. The company also showcased its ADVENT Network…

Japan’s Acquisition Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) is looking to accelerate the government’s efforts to expand defence-related exports. ATLA is participating in the ongoing LIMA and showcasing Japan’s range of…

The use of additive manufacturing is transforming the defence industry Additive manufacturing (AM) offers boundless possibilities in the defence sector and is now making a mark in the maritime domain…

Controp is showcasing its range of cutting-Edge EO Systems for Coastal and Maritime surveillance at the ongoing show. The Israeli firm specializes in the development and production of electro-optical and…

Leonardo is eyeing interest in the region for potential customers for its ULISSES (Ultra Light SonicS Enhanced System). The new lightweight modular Sonics System offers an affordable solution for advanced…

The demand for unmanned surface vessels (USVs) is showing tremendous growth with a growing number of naval forces now experimenting with manned-unmanned teaming in the maritime domain. The successful integration…

Singapore Armed Forces will invest heavily in unmanned technologies, autonomous vehicles, drones, and sensors as part of its next-generation transformation journey. Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad said,…

Singapore Armed Forces will invest heavily in unmanned technologies, autonomous vehicles, drones, and sensors as part of its next-generation transformation journey. Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad said,…

Japan’s Acquisition Technology & Logistics Agency (ATLA) is aggressively looking at accelerating the government’s efforts to expand defence-related exports. “We have to capture the opportunities arising out of the global…

Abu Dhabu headquartered EDGE Group unveiled 11 new cutting-edge unmanned and autonomous solutions with enhanced capabilities for application across air, land, and maritime domains on the opening day of IDEX…

Anduril Australia, a subsidiary of an American defense company Anduril Industries Inc., revealed “Ghost Shark” as the name of a new underwater drone under development for the Royal Australian Navy…

The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) fleet has a new entrant. The first of 22 Mogami-class multirole frigates was commissioned on March 22, at a ceremony held in Okayama Prefecture…

An indigenous Command and Control (C2) software, developed completely in Qatar by Rheinmetall Barzan Advanced Technologies (RBAT) is now being made available to security and defence customers within the nation.…

Turkish defence firm Meteksan Defence is turning heads at the ongoing show by unveiling new products, including the ULAQ Anti-Submarine Warfare Vehicle, the ULAQ Anti-Surface Warfare Vehicle, and the 6×6…

The recent successful visit to the UAE by Israeli Prime Minister Nataly Bennet has brought into focus the huge potential for the sale of Israeli weapons in the country, now…

IMCO Industries Group is highlighting the group's latest Tactical Terrain Dominance Solutions at the ExpoDefensa 2021 exhibition in Bogota. As an integrator of comprehensive defense and HLS solutions, IMCO Group…

Raytheon is joining hands with Atlas Elektronik UK (AEUK) to demonstrate a mine countermeasures system with the AQS-20C advanced minehunting sonar system and the AEUK ARCIMS intelligent Uncrewed Surface Vessel…

Elbit Systems has received a contract worth US$56 million to supply Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capabilities for an Asian-Pacific Navy. The contracts will be performed over a 12-month period. The company,…

The US Marine Corps (USMC) has selected the Hero-120 aerial loitering munition system for its Organic Precision Fire Mounted (OPF-M) requirements. The Hero-120 OPF-M will provide the Marines Corps with…

Independent MRO major AAR has been named to the “Best of the Best 2021 – Top Veteran-Friendly Companies” list by U.S. Veterans Magazine (USVM). This is the second consecutive year…

The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems to deliver two prototype vehicles for evaluation as a potential solution for the Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) program. Beowulf is an unarmored,…

The National Advanced Mobility Consortium (NAMC) has selected Oshkosh Defense and partner, ST Engineering, to participate in the prototype phase for the U.S. Army’s Cold Weather All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV). The…

The U.S. Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) has selected L3Harris Technologies to design an autonomous surface ship concept to demonstrate the reliability and feasibility of an unmanned ship performing…

L3Harris Technologies  and Al Seer Marine presented an  advanced Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) and demonstrated live maritime autonomous capabilities during IDEX 2021. The USV is outfitted with L3Harris’ ASView advanced…

ECA Group’s UMISAS sonar has completed a series of sea trials  in preparation of its integration in AUVs and Towed Sonars for the mine Countermeasures replacement program of the Belgian…

ECA Group which supplies the full spectrum of robotics solutions, unmanned or remotely operated vehicles in the air, on land and at sea,  is showcasing its latest solutions at the…

AAR, an independent provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, has been named to the “Best of the Best 2020 – Top Veteran-Friendly Companies” list by US Veterans…

ECA GROUP will provide the Lithuanian Navy with its K-STER mine disposal vehicles to be used for mine counter measures at sea. After being one of the first navies to…

Marakeb Technologies, a UAE-based provider of autonomous systems has inked a collaboration agreement for the development of unmanned vehicles with KSA-based Prince Sultan Defense Studies & Research Center (PSDSARC). The…

Groton-based ThayerMahan Inc., a world leader in autonomous maritime security solutions, announced that it has teamed with iXblue, a global high-tech company specializing in navigation, acoustic positioning, and underwater imaging, …

By Arie Egozi Israeli company SkySapience is now offering its HoverMast 100 tethered UAV to the US Army and US border patrol. The company has developed a tethered aerial platform…

IMDEX 2019 saw a number of Singapore based maritime companies and service providers converge at the Singapore Pavilion, displaying their latest products, solutions and offerings. RTsys, a specialist in underwater acoustics and submarine…

The 12th edition of IMDEX Asia high-lights the continued importance of maritime strategy for the Asia Pacific region. Singapore, which is located next to the South China Sea and Strait…

Israeli defence firm, Rafael Advanced Defence Systems Ltd, will offer a range of well-proven maritime technologies at IMDEX 2019. The company will showcase a 360° multi- layer naval defence solution…

The biennial IMDEX Asia naval show has emerged as an important event in the global naval and maritime security calendar. The 6th edition of the show features numerous new initiatives…

ECA Group is showcasing its skills in integrating robotic systems aboard naval platforms with its range of mothership designs OCTOPODA. The French company is highlighting their OCTOPODA range – OCTOPODA…

Al Marakeb Boat Manufacturing Company, a leading UAE based maritime company building high-performance vessels and Autonomous Systems Providers, is displaying its latest in USV technologies at the ongoing NAVDEX 2019.…

Keen to partake in Egypt’s military modernisation programme, China is placing an increased emphasis on strong military relations with the country.   In keeping with growing defence ties between the…

The ECA Group unveiled its towed sonar, T18-M. Ideal for implementation from a USV, it has the same launching and recovery system (LARS) as well as shared logistics with the…

Naval Group is exhibiting its sea-proven Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) 90 for the Naval Forces of the Republic of Azerbaijan at the ongoing ADEX 2018 show being held at Baku…

Abu Dhabi-based Al Seer Marine Technologies, which is looking at Malaysia as a key future market, is making its maiden show appearance at Defence Services Asia (DSA 2018). The 15…

With the Middle East, with all its regional tensions, becoming a major defence market, companies are increasingly displaying their choicest products at various events in the region. Textron Systems, had…