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Defence

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Friday, Jul 3

01PortNews IAA2026-07-03

Saronic starts trials of 52-foot Mirage autonomous vessel in Texas (opens in a new tab)

Saronic has begun trials of its 52-foot autonomous vessel, Mirage, in Texas. The testing aims to evaluate the performance and capabilities of the uncrewed surface vessel. The Mirage is designed for maritime operations without direct human intervention. No specific outcomes or results from the trials have been reported yet.

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02TipRanks2026-07-03

Saronic Highlights Strategic Focus on Autonomous Maritime Security Fleets (opens in a new tab)

Saronic is prioritizing the development of autonomous maritime security fleets. The company aims to enhance maritime safety and surveillance using unmanned systems. This strategic focus reflects an industry shift toward automation in naval operations. No specific technologies or partnerships were detailed in the report.

Thursday, Jul 2

03Military Embedded Systems2026-07-02

Unmanned surface vessel payloads tested by Exail (opens in a new tab)

Exail tested unmanned surface vessel (USV) payloads in a recent evaluation. The trials focused on assessing the performance and integration of these payloads. The tests were conducted to support military and defense applications. No specific results or technical details were disclosed in the report.

Wednesday, Jul 1

04ExecutiveGov2026-07-01

TRANSCOM Signals Interest in Dual-Use Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (opens in a new tab)

TRANSCOM has expressed interest in developing dual-use maritime autonomous surface ships. These vessels would serve both military and commercial purposes. The initiative aims to enhance operational capabilities and efficiency in maritime operations. No specific contracts or timelines were mentioned in the announcement.

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