AUKUS partners to turbocharge development of robotic, autonomous systems in 2026

The AUKUS nations have decided to intensify efforts to accelerate the development and integration of robotic and autonomous maritime systems in 2026, building on last year’s successful trials and technology demonstrations.

Credit: Royal Navy

As informed, the exercises fall under AUKUS Pillar II and its Maritime Big Play program, which sees Australia, the UK, and the United States rapidly test and integrate autonomous systems within the greater maritime forces.

As part of the AUKUS defence agreement...