Unmanned Systems: Air, Ground & Maritime
Unmanned systems across all domains: aerial, ground and maritime drones in defence and security.
UGV for logistics: Uncrew Robotics presents the electric IC 12 D at the KSK Symposium
From agriculture to the military: at the request of the Norwegian Army, Uncrew Robotics is adapting its UGV IC 12 D for resupply. A payload of up to 2,000 kilograms, electric drive and steering without a turning circle are meant to make transport quiet and capable off-road.
Unmanned ground vehicles as “wingmen”: ARX Robotics and GDLS-UK network Hector with Ajax
Unmanned ground vehicles are to be controlled from the British Ajax in future. ARX Robotics' Hector is the first; at the same time, the partners are examining whether autonomous land systems can be produced in larger numbers in the United Kingdom.
Counter-UAS put to the test: Czech Republic trials new technologies at “Drone Shield 2026”
Counter-UAS and unmanned ground vehicles are at the heart of the “Drone Shield 2026” exercise in Březina and Lipník nad Bečvou. Supported by NATO-DIANA, the Czech Armed Forces and dozens of companies are testing how different capabilities work together.
Autonomous rescue vehicle Taros Medic: VOP CZ unveils its new system at NATO Days in Ostrava
On show to a large audience for the first time: an autonomous rescue vehicle called Taros Medic is at the centre of VOP CZ’s presence in Ostrava. The Czech company is also bringing proven equipment and further new products.
Unmanned ground vehicles for the US Marine Corps: American Rheinmetall to deliver Mission Master SP
Twelve Mission Master SP and five amphibious marine kits: the unmanned ground vehicles contract continues the long-standing partnership with the US Marine Corps and supports the build-up of a Rheinmetall site in Maine.
Unmanned ground systems for NATO's eastern flank: ARX Robotics announces expansion to Poland at MSPO
Its own company, a planned headquarters, investment in the tens of millions: ARX Robotics is bringing unmanned ground systems and its experience from Ukraine to Poland – the company's fourth market.
Azov Brigade: drones in frontline combat – Mykyta Puz on unmanned systems in the air and on land
The Azov Brigade, the 12th Special Forces Brigade, is part of the National Guard of Ukraine. Mykyta Puz, responsible for military technology, talks about unmanned systems in the air and on land, and explains why Western “wonder weapons” often fail at the front.
Unmanned systems for the Swiss Armed Forces: DDPS plans “Eiger” centre, drone battalion and recruit school
More drone flights over military and critical sites and a changed threat situation: the DDPS is focusing on unmanned systems, counter-drone defence and robotics. The location, budget and opening date of the new centre are, however, still open.
Unmanned ground vehicles in Ukraine: more than 100,000 front-line missions since the start of the year
Ammunition forward, wounded back: unmanned ground vehicles are taking over more and more last-mile runs in Ukraine. According to the Ministry of Defence, the number of UGV missions per month has more than doubled since January.
Drone swarms in urban operations: NIKE-ROBComm networks drones and ground robots
The research project NIKE-ROBComm aimed to develop robust, autonomous communication and navigation for drone and robot swarms in urban environments. Project manager Christian Raffelsberger talks about goals, challenges and possible military applications.
UGV against Starlink outages: Roboneers retrofits “Rys Pro” and “Rys+” with Wi-Fi antenna
Tunnels, forest or a Starlink unit hit by an FPV drone: for such cases, Roboneers is fitting its “Rys Pro” and “Rys+” UGV with an additional Wi-Fi channel. The “Rys+” also gets red light for maintenance at night.
Unmanned systems instead of recruits: South Korea selects Hanwha Aerospace's Arion-SMET ground vehicle
With its pool of conscripts shrinking, South Korea is turning to unmanned systems: in July, the procurement agency DAPA selected Hanwha Aerospace's Arion-SMET unmanned ground vehicle. Global Data sees this above all as a response to the personnel shortage.
UGV with grenade launcher: Ukraine approves Zmiy Mini Strike for its armed forces
A UGV armed with an MK19 grenade launcher, developed together with a frontline brigade, has been approved in Ukraine. It joins a rapidly growing inventory: more than 22,000 unmanned ground vehicles have already been procured in 2026.