KNDS and SeaOwl Technology Solutions have agreed to develop and test an unmanned surface vessel designed for offensive and defensive missions. The strategic cooperation agreement was announced at Euronaval 2026, and the vessel is to carry a qualified warhead developed by KNDS.
The vessel will have a maximum speed of 35 knots, a 30 kg payload and a range of up to 200 km. Its radar and optical signatures are being optimised to reduce detectability.
The system is designed to navigate autonomously in contested areas, while remaining under continuous human control. Only the remote operator will make the final decision to engage and fire. The design also includes a cyber-secure architecture and a protected firing chain.
