Stark and MBDA Unveil Vanta-12 USV with Sea Venom Missile for NATO Deterrence

By ASR Newsdesk · 29 Sept 2026, 21:00 UTC

Stark and MBDA have partnered to develop the Vanta-12 uncrewed surface vessel (USV) equipped with MBDA's Sea Venom missile. This new capability package is designed to bolster NATO's strike projection and deterrence in the North Atlantic. The AI-enabled Vanta-12 USV is intended to enhance at-sea patrols, sensing, targeting, and strike capabilities against maritime threats. Its modular design allows for rapid production and upgrades, with the potential to integrate various warfare systems and effectors. The Vanta-12 USV can carry four Sea Venom missiles and Stark's Cascade loitering munition.