Norway-based Zeabuz has unveiled a dual-use autonomy system designed to expand the capabilities of maritime vessels through integrated, scalable automation.
The tech has been fitted to the ZeaFalcon, a 7-meter (23-foot) Damen high-density polyethylene uncrewed surface vessel (USV) optimized for defense and security missions.
Built for both naval and civilian use, the Zeabuz system supports autonomous navigation, collision avoidance, remote command and control, autodocking, and operations in connectivity-denied environments.
The launch, made with Damen Shipyards at the Damen Maritime Festival, signals a major shift for the Norwegian autonomy specialist from civilian-focused solutions to dual-use applications.
“This launch represents a new chapter for Zeabuz. Our scalable autonomy platform has already proven its value in commercial operations,” said Øyvind Smogeli, CEO and CTO of Zeabuz.
“By entering the naval market, we are expanding our mission — delivering autonomy that saves lives, strengthens resilience, and enhances operational capacity across the maritime domain.”
Force-Multiplying Autonomy
Zeabuz’s autonomy system is designed to reduce human exposure in high-risk maritime missions, including intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance, search and rescue, and mine countermeasures.
By enabling a single operator to control multiple vessels, the platform boosts fleet efficiency and extends operational reach without adding personnel.
The modular system can be deployed on vessels of any size, from small USVs to large crewed ships.
Zeabuz plans to continue refining its defense and security offerings with industry and military partners, delivering scalable, cost-effective autonomy solutions for maritime operators worldwide.
