Unmanned Magazine Editorial Team
The Unmanned Magazine editorial team reports independently on unmanned systems in the air, on land and at sea. Its coverage focuses on drones, counter-UAS and autonomy, their role in defence and security, and the industry behind them.
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Maritime drone Sancar: Havelsan and Yonca shipyard complete live-fire trials in the Sea of Marmara
In the Sea of Marmara, the Turkish maritime drone Sancar has tested its 12.7-millimetre weapon system with live fire, in the presence of Turkish Navy representatives. At the core of the armed surface vessel is the Advent Rota mission system.
Unmanned systems at sea: NATO exercise off Portugal tests drones in the air, on and under water
32 countries, more than 260 systems, two weeks of trials: off Portugal, the Royal Netherlands Navy and its partners tested unmanned systems. The focus was on swarm technologies, counter-drone defence and mine countermeasures.
Combat drone CA-1 Europa: Helsing unveils autonomous combat aircraft at Grob Aircraft in Tussenhausen
With the CA-1 Europa, Helsing presents a full-size combat drone that combines the Centaur AI pilot with Grob Aircraft's aircraft-building expertise. The jet is to fly in series-ready form in four years.
Counter-UAS at Saab: from Giraffe 1X to Nimbrix, Loke and RBS 70 NG
Cheap drones, expensive defences: Giraffe 1X, the Nimbrix missile and the Loke concept, realised in 84 days, show how Saab wants to make counter-UAS affordable. According to Per Järbur, there is no perfect system.
Counter-drone protection for trucks: Volvo Defense and Nordic Air Defence develop VIPRO pod
A compact pod is to protect military trucks against attacks from the air: with VIPRO, Volvo Defense and start-up Nordic Air Defence bring counter-drone capability to vehicles. Market launch is planned for 2026.
Ground drone Havoc 8×8: Milrem Robotics shows armed Robotic Combat Vehicle at DSEI
Kongsberg turret, 30-millimetre cannon and missiles from Frankenburg Technologies: the Havoc ground drone celebrated its European premiere at DSEI 2025. Experience with the Themis in Ukraine has fed into its design.
Military drone for electronic warfare: Thales and Autonomous Devices show EW-UAS1 at DSEI
Jamming, deception, passive surveillance: the EW-UAS1 military drone is to give naval and land forces a flying platform for electronic warfare – initially intended to protect warships against anti-ship missiles.
Military drones for the Royal Canadian Navy: MDA Space orders up to six Camcopter S-100 from Schiebel
MDA Space is ordering military drones from Schiebel for Halifax-class ships: up to six Camcopter S-100 for ISTAR tasks. The order comes one day after the presentation of the weapon-capable S-101 and S-301.
Unmanned Systems / Maritime DronesUnderwater drone Remus 620 receives Thales Samdis 600 sonar for mine clearance
An underwater drone from HII, the Remus 620, now works with a sonar from Thales: both companies report that integration has been completed. The focus is on mine countermeasures and the protection of maritime infrastructure.
Drone manufacturer Quantum Systems to invest up to 50 million euros in the United Kingdom
The acquisition of Nordic Unmanned UK has given rise to Quantum Systems UK. The German drone manufacturer is targeting the British Ministry of Defence's 20-40-40 strategy; the new subsidiary is led by former Royal Marine Vito Tomasi.
Shahed drones from Russia: Dutch F-35s scrambled in Poland
Two Dutch F-35s took off after Russia launched Shahed drones that could have endangered NATO territory. The jets did not have to use their weapons; the Ministry of Defence is withholding further details.
Drone industry: Cologne engine maker Deutz buys propulsion specialist Sobek
By purchasing the Sobek Group, Deutz is entering the drone industry. The company makes electric drives and controls for drones and is considered profitable; the purchase price is around eleven times operating profit.