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    The Yamato Trap: What Japan’s Mega-Battleships Should Teach Us About the Future of the U.S. Navy

    by Michael Robbins, AUVSI President & CEO In the late 1930s, Japan built two of the most formidable warships ever conceived. Yamato and Musashi were floating proof of industrial power and a theory of victory—giant, heavily armored battleships that could outgun any rival in decisive surface combat. But they were masterpieces built for a style... Continue reading

    AUVSI Helped Tip the Scales for Autonomy in 2025

    The year uncrewed systems, robotics, and physical AI became central to national strategy 2025 marked a turning point for robotics and autonomous systems. Uncrewed systems, robotics, and physical AI shifted from emerging technologies to strategic capabilities that are central to national security, economic competitiveness, and advanced manufacturing. Policymakers began treating autonomy not as a niche... Continue reading

    AUVSI Accredits New Training Providers Under Trusted UMS Operator™ Program, Expanding Maritime Workforce Standards

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced the accreditation of Saronic and Safe Harbor Maritime as training providers under the AUVSI Trusted UMS Operator™ Program, advancing the adoption of consistent, mission-ready training standards for uncrewed maritime systems (UMS) operations. Through this accreditation, Saronic is authorized to deliver training, evaluation, and certification for... Continue reading

    AUVSI Continues to Lead on Maritime Innovation During Government Shutdown 

    Even amid a government shutdown, America’s progress in uncrewed maritime systems is not slowing down- and neither is AUVSI. This week, AUVSI reaffirmed its leadership in advancing the nation’s maritime autonomy and innovation.  On Monday, October 27, we convened our Maritime Advocacy Committee Meeting, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the future of uncrewed maritime... Continue reading

    AUVSI Accredits BlackSea as First Training Provider for Trusted UMS Operator™ Certification

    BlackSea Authorized to Issue Trusted Uncrewed Maritime Systems Operator Certificates  The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced that BlackSea Technologies (BlackSea) has become the first accredited AUVSI Trusted UMS Operator™ Training Provider, marking a milestone in the advancement of global uncrewed maritime standards.  With this accreditation, BlackSea is now authorized to issue... Continue reading

    AUVSI Commends U.S. Navy for Creation of Dedicated Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program Executive Office 

    The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) applauds U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan for initiating the establishment of a Deputy Assistant Secretary (DASN) for Robotics and Autonomous Systems (RAS), along with a dedicated Program Executive Office (PEO) and Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) for RAS. These reforms are set in motion by a 30-day sprint... Continue reading

    Silvus Technologies Introduces StreamCaster 4400 XTREME Radio

    Delivering Mission-Critical Connectivity in the World’s Harshest Environments Built for the Extreme – With a MIL-A-8625-F Type III hard anodized enclosure and corrosion-resistant connectors, the StreamCaster 4400 XTREME MANET radio is purpose-built to deliver high-performance mesh network connectivity in harsh maritime, littoral, and highly corrosive environments. Extreme Performance – Powered by Silvus’ battle-proven MN-MIMO waveform, the... Continue reading

    Metron and Cellula Robotics Complete Multi-Mission Open-Water UUV Demonstration of ANCC-Guardian

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    The ANCC-controlled Guardian UUV solution delivers operational capabilities for undersea defense tasks focused on Subsea and Seabed Warfare (SSW), Intelligence Preparation of the Operational Environment (IPoE), and Mine Countermeasures (MCM). RESTON, Va. -- Metron Inc. (Metron), a leader in autonomous software innovations for defense and commercial applications, and Cellula Robotics Ltd. (Cellula), a leading provider... Continue reading

    XPONENTIAL 2025 Kicks Off with a Focus on Workforce Development, Training and Certification in Uncrewed Systems

    HOUSTON, TX – XPONENTIAL 2025, the world’s largest event dedicated to robotics, uncrewed, and autonomous systems, officially opened today in Houston with a full day of programming focused on education, policy, and workforce development. The exhibit hall will open Tuesday, showcasing the latest innovations across the autonomy ecosystem. For more than 50 years, XPONENTIAL, co-hosted by... Continue reading

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    Since 1972, the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has enabled technical innovation, supportive policy, and inspired academic breakthroughs in the uncrewed industry.

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