German Navy to Invest in Naval Drones to Strengthen Capabilities and Explore New Technologies (X @Barong369)
Germany is looking to expand its naval capabilities with the introduction of drones, especially after the intensive use of unmanned systems during the Russia-Ukraine war.
In 2025, the German Navy will begin testing these drones under the Future Combat Surface Systems (FCSS) program, with expectations that the devices will be able to operate in swarm mode and carry out attacks on enemy targets. The unmanned fleet is expected to be operational by 2029.
Although Germany plans to strengthen its fleet with new drones, large ocean-going ships are still believed to be necessary. In this regard, the idea is to delegate the control of nearby maritime areas to drones, increasing the German Navy’s flexibility and efficiency.
This move is part of a broader trend in Europe, where Thales, a company that provides satellite communication systems for the German Navy, recently delivered the first autonomous minehunter to the UK’s Royal Navy, developed under the Maritime Mine Counter Measures (MMCM) program. The system, which also employs artificial intelligence and cybersecurity protection, reflects the growing interest in autonomous technologies to enhance security and efficiency in naval operations.
Source: Militarnyi | Photo: X @Barong369 | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
Germany plans to purchase naval drones
The German navy wants to expand its capabilities by deploying naval drones. The background to this is the increased use of unmanned systems in the war in Ukraine. Initial tests are to take place in 2025 as part of the Future Combat… pic.twitter.com/6lUOjOlQge
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