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
Saildrone Deploys 16 Voyager USVs for Coast Guard Great Lakes Mission
The Bay Area autonomous maritime company brings persistent surveillance to the Great Lakes and Northeast under a $15.5 million Coast Guard contract. Saildrone is deploying 16 Voyager unmanned surface vehicles in support of US Coast Guard missions across the Great Lakes and the Northeast. The Alameda, California-based company announced the deployment on May 11, 2026. The deal … [Read more...] about Saildrone Deploys 16 Voyager USVs for Coast Guard Great Lakes Mission
Danish Armed Forces to Begin Operational Testing of Saildrone USVs
Four uncrewed surface vehicles to enhance maritime surveillance and regional security in Northern Europe The Danish Armed Forces will begin operational testing of four Saildrone Voyager uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) in Danish waters starting in June 2025. The initiative marks a new chapter in Denmark’s efforts to expand its maritime surveillance capabilities using … [Read more...] about Danish Armed Forces to Begin Operational Testing of Saildrone USVs
