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January 19, 2026
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US Navy Readies First Medium USVs

The US Navy is preparing to bring its first medium unmanned surface vessels into active fleet service, with the Seahawk and Sea Hunter transitioning from experimental platforms to operational...

January 19, 2026
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Windracers ULTRA Drone Boosts Range, Payload

British drone manufacturer Windracers is preparing to significantly enhance the payload and range of its ULTRA unmanned aircraft, increasing lift capacity to 200 kilograms while maintaining a range of...

January 19, 2026
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DARPA Selects Shearwater AI for Longer Flights

DARPA has selected Shearwater Aerospace to provide AI-driven software for its Albatross program, which aims to extend drone endurance by exploiting atmospheric energy rather than adding new hardware. As...

January 17, 2026
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UK Royal Navy Flies First Autonomous Leonardo Proteus

The UK Royal Navy and Leonardo UK have achieved the first flight of the Proteus unmanned helicopter under autonomous control at Predannack Airfield in Cornwall. As the United Kingdom’s...

January 16, 2026
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Raybird UAV Gets Hydrogen Power Upgrade From Skyeton

The Raybird UAV from Skyeton is getting a next-generation upgrade, incorporating a hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric motor for extended and stealthy flight operations. This new configuration allows the drone...

January 15, 2026
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French Army Awards Robotic EOD System Deal to UNAC

France’s DGA has selected UNAC to provide up to 34 explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) robots for its Army as part of the ROBIN program. ROBIN aims to deliver a...

January 15, 2026
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US Air Force Awards $490M Unmanned Systems Deal to Trust Automation

The US Air Force has selected Trust Automation for a contract worth as much as $490 million to advance unmanned and counter‑unmanned aerial system technologies. The award supports rapid...

January 14, 2026
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Fifth-Generation USV From Textron Boasts Larger Payload and Reach

Textron Systems is advancing its autonomous maritime lineup with a fifth-generation Multi-Mission Unmanned Surface Vessel (MMUSV) that offers higher payload capacity, extended operational reach, and expanded mission versatility. Constructed...

January 13, 2026
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H-10 Poseidon Drones Delivered to Cyprus

The Cyprus National Guard has taken delivery of two H-10 Poseidon surveillance drones developed by domestic manufacturer Swarmly Aero, strengthening the country’s reconnaissance and artillery coordination capabilities. Designed for...

January 13, 2026
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HII Grows UK Footprint to Build More UUVs

Huntington Ingalls Industries has doubled the size of its unmanned underwater vehicle facility in Portchester, UK, expanding its ability to support operators of the REMUS family of underwater drones....