UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía Demonstrates Advanced Autonomous Control in US Special Forces Maritime Exercises Through Successful Integration on NEWT21’s FOG USV Platform
The exercises proved a complete success, showcasing the robust performance of UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía’s autonomous control system and the significant operational advantages of next‑generation unmanned maritime USV platforms such as NEWT21’s FOG USV.
Madrid, 9 April 2026. – UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía has strengthened its position as a key provider of advanced autonomous maritime control technologies following the successful use of its guidance and navigation system aboard NEWT21’s Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) during recent US Special Forces maritime exercises in Cartagena, Spain. These activities highlighted the strategic relevance of reliable autonomous systems in high‑demand multi‑domain operations.
The NEWT21 USV leveraged UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía’s proven autopilot performance, previously demonstrated through other successful execution of missions on the FOG USV platform. The control system provides fully autonomous operation including advanced functions such as dynamic relative routing, collision‑avoidance during mothership approach, and integrated health‑monitoring functions within a fault‑tolerant system, ensuring continuity and safety even in challenging environments.
During the Cartagena exercises, the system successfully executed a fully autonomous navigation plan, demonstrating stable behaviour, precise route tracking, and resilience under operational constraints. This reliable performance under real‑world conditions reaffirmed the maturity of UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía’s technology and its suitability for demanding maritime security, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions.
The close collaboration between UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía and NEWT21 was once again essential to the success of the exercises, reflecting a partnership built on proximity, mutual confidence, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. This shared approach continues to demonstrate how next‑generation autonomous USVs can significantly enhance operational capability while reducing risk to personnel in complex maritime environments.
UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía remains committed to supporting international defence partners and allies with resilient, field‑proven autonomous navigation solutions that advance the future of maritime autonomy.
