Exail Unmanned Surface Vessels Slated for U.S. Navy and Coast Guard Evaluations
Exail's unmanned surface vessels (USVs) are scheduled for upcoming test and evaluation campaigns in the United States. The U.S. Navy will utilize a DriX H-9 USV as a testbed for a counter-drone system, while the U.S. Coast Guard will evaluate an Oryx O-16 USV. These evaluations build on Exail's previous work with U.S. naval forces in the Middle East and Caribbean. The Oryx series, recently revealed by Exail, is designed for long-duration operations, persistent surveillance, and anti-submarine warfare, aiming to address sensor gaps for naval forces operating in large maritime areas or high-intensity conflict zones.
Why it matters
The U.S. Navy is investing in systems to counter unmanned threats and enhance maritime domain awareness, with USVs seen as a key tool.
Source: Naval News — read the original
Source published 19 Oct 2026, 09:34 UTC