Future USNS Apalachicola (EPF 13) completes acceptance trials

MOBILE, Ala. – On September 8, the future USNS Apalachicola (EPF 13) returned pier side having successfully completed acceptance trials for the U.S. Navy. During acceptance trials comprehensive testing is conducted on the ship’s major systems and equipment in order to demonstrate their successful operation and mission readiness. The U.S. Navy’s Board of Inspection and... Continue reading

OceanAlpha Dolphin 1 Water Rescue Robot Saves a 15YO Teenager from Drowning

OceanAlpha Dolphin 1 Water Rescue Robot Saves a 15YO Teenager from Drowning On 9th August, Dolphin 1 Water Rescue Robot Successfully Rescues a Drowning Teenager from the Rough Waves. At around 18:00, the Shawo Police Station of Weihai Maritime Police Detachment receives an alarm for help. A 15-year-old youngster is swept out to the sea, approximately 100m far... Continue reading

With Soaring Temperatures and Extreme Weather Events, Ocean Data Has Never Been More Important

(August 24, 2022 – Alameda, CA) – With life-threatening heat waves experienced around the globe and the hurricane season upon the US, access to ocean data has never been more critical. The ocean environment is a key driver of weather patterns on land. Unless we understand our oceans, the insights we can gain about our... Continue reading

Ocean Drones Launched in Lake Superior to Support $7B Great Lakes Fishery

(August 10, 2021 – ASHLAND, WI) – Saildrone has launched two Saildrone Explorer uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) on a large-scale, multi-partner mission in Lake Superior supporting the sustainable management of the $7 billion per year Great Lakes fishery. Led by the US Geological Survey (USGS), the 25-day mission brings together state, federal, tribal, Canadian provincial,... Continue reading

Charles River Analytics Builds AI To Manage Exposure Of Uncrewed Surface Vehicles

The MIN-COST onboard AI lets a USV adapt its covertness mode based on current conditions. CAMBRIDGE, MA – Following successful demonstration of a prototype system, Charles River Analytics was awarded a $600k contract from the US Navy to further develop onboard AI for uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs). USVs in shipping lanes or active fishing zones... Continue reading

Charles River Analytics and Teledyne Gavia Announce Automated Target Recognition Options for Gavia Vehicles

CAMBRIDGE, MA – Teledyne Gavia, a global leader in the manufacture of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs), has introduced Charles River Analytics’ AutoTRap Onboard™ AI-based object detection software as a new capability onboard their Gavia marine vehicles. As underwater operations become more complex and dangerous, AI tech has emerged as the clear solution for delivering the... Continue reading

2022 Drone Safety Day is Saturday, June 18

MSUBS and ThayerMahan Team on ‘Minke’ LDUUV Development

Groton,, Connecticut (May 16, 2022) – MSUBS, a UK builder of manned submersibles, unmanned submersibles, and unmanned surface vessels and ThayerMahan, a US builder and operator of remote and autonomous undersea systems and sensors, will team on project   - a large diameter unmanned underwater vehicle with multiple capabilities to support customers in government, industry, and... Continue reading