Naval Group Reveals SCX 26 Drone Mothership Concept at Euronaval 2026

By ASR Newsdesk · 14 Nov 2026, 09:00 UTC

Naval Group has introduced the SCX 26, a conceptual surface warship design presented at Euronaval 2026. This vessel is envisioned as a multirole combatant with heavy armament, including 96 Sylver NG VLS cells, a bow railgun, and a 100 kW directed energy weapon. A key feature is its capacity to serve as a mothership for various naval drones, with a large hangar and mission bay designed to accommodate multiple unmanned aerial vehicles, surface vessels, and containerized munitions. The design emphasizes stealth, flexibility, and the ability to support drone operations and reload ordnance at sea.