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Underwater Intelligence: Exploring the Capabilities of HII’s REMUS

An Inside Look at the Evolution of HII’s Remus and BlueZone Group   The REMUS Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) are designed for a wide range of applications including naval, hydrographic, and ocean science. Each model is tailored for specific operational needs, but shares a modular, open-architecture platform that allows for flexibility and customisation.   Core […]

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AI-Driven Uncrewed Vessels: The Future of Naval Operations

Harnessing Autonomy to Enhance Capability, Reduce Costs, and Strengthen Maritime Strategy – by George Galdorisi. In September 2024, Admiral Lisa Franchetti, the U.S. Navy’s 33rd Chief of Naval Operations, released her Navigation Plan, “Project 33,” aiming to modernise naval operations. A key focus is expanding uncrewed maritime systems to boost capability, reduce costs, and minimise […]

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Securing Australia’s Maritime Future

Transforming the Royal Australian Navy for Advanced Strategic Advantages Australia is a maritime nation, whose security and prosperity is directly linked to the oceans and seas. The scale of our sovereign maritime territory and responsibilities, dependence on maritime trade, and the increasing value of our activity within the maritime environment must be recognised in our […]

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Celebrating HMAS Gascoyne (II) Legacy

Marking the transition to a New Era in Australia’s Maritime Security The HMAS Gascoyne (II) has made her final entry into Sydney Harbour in preparation for the decommissioning on Thursday 5th November 2024. The ceremony will be held at HMAS Waterhen in Sydney to celebrate over two decades of dedicated service to the Royal Australian […]

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MARTAC T-12 and T-38 USVs Enhance Philippine Sovereignty in the South China Sea

Uncrewed Surface Vessels Showcase a New Era in Philippine Maritime Surveillance Puerto Princesa, Philippines is situated on the front lines of the South China Sea’s contested waters, the Western Command of the Armed Forces (WESCOM) of the Philippines on Palawan Island is key in monitoring and securing the Philippines’ territorial integrity in the region. This […]

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Kraken’s MINSAS Demonstrates Capabilities at REPMUS 2024

Kraken Robotics Announces More than 50 Mine-Like Targets Found with MINSAS During Annual REPMUS Exercise Kraken Robotics recently announced that their Miniature Synthetic Aperture Sonar (MINSAS) was demonstrated to five NATO navies at the Portuguese Navy annual Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping with Maritime Unmanned Systems (REPMUS) exercise.   Five Kraken MINISAS modules were integrated onsite […]

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BlueZone’s Successful Participation at Land Forces 2024

Record Attendance and Exhibitors Mark a Milestone Year for Land Forces 2024 BlueZone exhibited at the largest Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition 2024 from the 11th – 13th September in Melbourne, Australia. This year marked the 10th anniversary of the event and broke records with 995 exhibitors from 31 countries, showcasing the future of […]

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