The maritime autonomy company adds three European build partners and opens Northern Europe operations at the historic Quintus Bastion in Copenhagen. Saildrone announced a major European expansion on August 18, 2026, from its new EU headquarters in Copenhagen. The expansion includes three build contracts across Northern Europe. Van Der Valk Shipyard in the Netherlands will … [Read more...] about Saildrone Announces European Expansion With Copenhagen HQ and Three Build Contracts
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How Autonomous Surface Vessels Helped the U.S. Navy Seize $81 Million in Cocaine
Saildrone mission highlights growing role of uncrewed systems in maritime security A Saildrone Voyager unmanned surface vehicle (USV) helped the U.S. Navy track a suspected drug-smuggling vessel that was later intercepted in the Caribbean, leading to the seizure of approximately $81 million worth of cocaine. The operation demonstrates how autonomous maritime systems are moving … [Read more...] about How Autonomous Surface Vessels Helped the U.S. Navy Seize $81 Million in Cocaine
