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Poland has allocated 183 million euros for the acquisition of maritime drones developed by WB Electronics and Kongsberg. The investment aims to enhance Poland's naval capabilities. The drones are intended for surveillance and reconnaissance operations. The contract was announced in October 2026.
KONGSBERG has launched two new sonars, Aegir17 and Aegir57N, expanding its Aegir SSA sonar family for maritime security and navigation, with all three models now available for order. Aegir17 offers long-range, 360-degree surveillance, while Aegir57N combines navigation and security in a compact design for unmanned vessels and fixed installations. The company is also developing an AI-powered virtual sonar operator with Viam to automate underwater object detection. The Aegir SSA family leverages commercial sonar technology and AI to enhance subsea monitoring for diverse maritime applications.
Samsung Heavy Industries and Kongsberg Maritime are collaborating to develop an autonomous liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier. The project aims to integrate advanced navigation and control systems for unmanned operations. The initiative reflects efforts to enhance efficiency and safety in maritime transport. No specific timeline or technical details were disclosed in the announcement.
KONGSBERG expanded its Aegir SSA sonar family with two new models, Aegir17 and Aegir57N, now available for order alongside the existing Aegir57. Aegir17 offers long-range, 360-degree detection for larger platforms, while Aegir57N provides compact, high-definition navigation and security for unmanned vessels and fixed installations. The company also partnered with Viam to develop an AI-powered virtual sonar operator to automate underwater object detection. The Aegir SSA family integrates with broader maritime surveillance systems for enhanced subsea and surface monitoring.