Spanish Navy adopts SEAD 23 and expands its fleet of unmanned naval drones

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Spanish Navy adopts SEAD 23 and expands fleet of unmanned naval drones
Spanish Navy adopts SEAD 23 and expands fleet of unmanned naval drones (X @Armada_esp)

The Spanish Navy officially incorporated the surface unmanned drone SEAD 23 into its fleet of unmanned systems, enhancing its reconnaissance and maritime operations capabilities.

The platform was assigned to the CEVENTA unit, based at the Rota naval base, and the delivery took place on December 9, 2024.

Developed by the Spanish company Seadrone, part of the Zelenza group, the SEAD 23 was designed from the outset as a dedicated unmanned vessel. The drone is 6.95 meters long, powered by a diesel engine with up to 250 horsepower, waterjet propulsion, and can reach speeds of up to 33 knots, in addition to operating autonomously for several days.

With a modular architecture, the SEAD 23 can accommodate sensors, electronic intelligence systems, and communication equipment, as well as future payloads for specialized missions. According to the Spanish Navy, operator training has already begun, and the vessel will participate in experimental tests in 2026, focusing on integration with manned ships and other unmanned platforms.

Source: Militarnyi | Photo: X @Armada_esp | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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