AUV Applications Center (AUVAC)

06/15/2026

https://www.marinelog.com/news/gao-navy-needs-to-act-on-challenges-to-ras-deployment/

Helping Maritime Professionals Make Informed Decisions

06/07/2026

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05/31/2026

From deep-ocean recovery to advanced subsea inspections, Phoenix International delivers trusted undersea operations worldwide. Using cutting-edge ROVs, AUVs, and towed systems, our expert teams support the U.S. Navy, energy, aerospace, research, and exploration industries with reliable, mission-ready subsea solutions.
https://www.phnx-international.com/what-does-phoenix-do/deep-ocean-search-and-recovery/

05/31/2026

https://www.theepochtimes.com/world/aukus-reveals-project-to-develop-underwater-drones-by-2027-post-6040887

The United States also said it wants to move ‘as quickly as possible’ to enhance combined submarine presence in the Pacific region.

05/13/2026

Excited to share that our Glider team will be at UG2 2026!

We’re looking forward to connecting with the underwater glider community, swapping lessons learned, and talking about what’s next in ocean autonomy and operations.
If you’ll be there, come say hi — we’d love to meet you.

We will also be hosting a networking event on May 19 at the Tavern at BayBoro - starts at 5:15 pm.

05/13/2026

🌊 Captain Don Walsh Award for Ocean Exploration – Applications Now Open

Do you know someone making a significant impact in ocean exploration?

Awarded jointly by the Marine Technology Society and the Society for Underwater Technology, this prestigious accolade recognises outstanding, ongoing international contributions to the development, application, and advancement of marine technology.

Named in honour of Don Walsh—who, alongside Jacques Piccard, made the first descent to the Mariana Trench—this award celebrates those pushing the boundaries of ocean exploration today.

✔ Open to individuals worldwide
✔ No SUT or MTS membership required
✔ Self-nominations welcome

🏆 The recipient will receive: A framed photographs of Captain Don Walsh, a challenge coin, a lifetime membership to MTS and honorary membership to SUT

📅 Deadline: 31 May 2026
🔗 Submit a nomination: https://sut.org/about/awards-and-recognition/2026-captain-don-walsh-award-for-ocean-exploration/

05/13/2026

We’ve been busy behind the scenes! Liquid Robotics is relocating our headquarters and production to a larger facility in Jessup, Maryland to support our next chapter of growth and innovation. If you’re local — or exploring new opportunities — check our current openings and follow our page for additional roles that will be posted in the coming months. We’re excited to grow our team and continue advancing maritime autonomy.

05/13/2026

https://www.militarytimes.com/video/2026/05/11/an-underwater-long-haul-truck-a-look-at-andurils-dive-xl/?utm_source=sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=navy-dnr

To move large payloads underwater autonomously, Anduril has been working a new system called the Dive-XL, in connection with Australia’s Ghost Shark program.

04/18/2026

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The Navy has committed considerable time and resources to developing UxSs—unmanned aerial (UAS), surface (USV), and undersea (UUV) systems and...

04/05/2026

Redwing Reveals 6: Built for the Long Watch

Slocum gliders are not designed for quick missions—they are built for endurance.

As part of the Sentinel Mission, the Slocum Sentinel glider "Redwing" operates autonomously over vast distances, maintaining a continuous presence in the ocean for long periods of time. This long‑duration capability allows scientists to observe slow‑changing ocean processes that short deployments often miss.

Why it matters:
· Persistent monitoring reveals long‑term trends
· Consistent data improves climate and ocean models
· Global coverage supports shared scientific understanding

Redwing is quietly keeping watch—day after day, mile after mile—so we can better understand the ocean that connects us all.