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Envision Technology – PROTEUS

Wednesday, June 24th, 2026

In what may be the coolest thing I saw at SOF Week, Envision Technology made the public debut of their PROTEUS.

Portable Reconfigurable Observation And Targeting Expeditionary Uncrewed System or PROTEUS for short was designed in response to USSOCOM’s drone-in-a-box requirement which envisioned a multi-mode drone system, rapidly transitioning from air to ground use.

Ultimately, PROTEUS DK40 was selected as a system for the US Army’s PBAS (Purpose-Built Attritable Systems) program. As you can see, it comes in a single deployment case, ready for use.

Relying on Modular Open Systems
Architecture (MOSA), PROTEUS is mission configurable in under 30 seconds to quadcopter, hexacopter, octocopter, or crawler configurations thanks to its snap-on modular arms, wheels, radios, FPV systems, and accessories.

As fielded PROTEUS can be configured as a 5″ or 7″ done or as a crawler. However, Envision also provdes 3D interface files allowing units and developers to design custom mounts, payload integrations, and mission-specific accessories.

What I like about PROTEUS is that it is available now and offers the ability to configure the system as needed for the mission ahead. I know I’m going to date myself here but this is a modern day Erector set for Soldiers, but more plug and play. I’m always amazed at what troops will do with something like this. They will come up with ideas the designers never thought of.

As it has one foot in air and the other in ground robotics, the services can use it as a means to envision what future multi-mode unmanned systems (UXS) may look like and how imperative it is that they share commonalities such as power, comms, command and control, and end effector interfaces.

This will become even more evident as we begin to use larger UXS to serve as motherships to smaller systems.

www.envision-tek.com/unmanned-modular-systems

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Darley Releases New Uncrewed Systems Capabilities & Partner Brochure for Defense and Public Safety Missions

Monday, June 22nd, 2026

ITASCA, IL – June 17th, 2026 – Darley, a leading provider of defense, fire, and emergency services equipment, is proud to announce the release of its new Uncrewed Systems Capabilities & Partners Brochure. Accessible online at www.darley.com/what-we-provide/uncrewed-systems, the brochure provides a comprehensive overview of Darley’s expanding uncrewed and autonomous solutions including platforms, partners, and system-level integration options designed to support evolving operational needs across defense, public safety, and emergency response environments.

This brochure showcases Darley’s integrated approach to uncrewed technologies, highlighting platforms, components, and support solutions that enhance operational effectiveness across air, land, and maritime domains. Built as a practical resource for partners and end users, the brochure simplifies access to key capability information while reinforcing Darley’s commitment to mission-ready innovation.

“Uncrewed systems are playing an increasingly critical role in modern defense and public safety operations,” said Audrey Darley, Vice President of Defense Supply Chain. “This brochure reflects Darley’s focus on delivering reliable, adaptable solutions that support our customers’ missions today and into the future. It brings together our capabilities in a clear, accessible format designed for both the defense and first responder communities.”

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Quantum Systems and Tencore to Co-Produce 2,000 TerMIT UGVs in Germany

Saturday, June 20th, 2026

Quantum Tencore Industries (QTI), the second German-Ukrainian joint venture under the “Build with Ukraine” initiative after Quantum Frontline Industries, focuses on the industrial-scale production of unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) in Germany for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. With an initial order for 2,000 systems, QTI will deliver the largest global UGV procurement to date.

Munich, Germany | Kyiv, Ukraine – 19 June 2026:Quantum Tencore Industries (QTI) was selected for the delivery of 2,000 TerMIT unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) to the Ukrainian Armed Forces over the next 12 months. The joint venture QTI is the second German-Ukrainian joint venture between Quantum Systems and leading Ukrainian UGV manufacturer Tencore under the “Build with Ukraine” initiative and will manufacture the Ukrainian-designed systems in Germany.

Funded by the German Ministry of Defence, the programme will provide the first contract for QTI and enable the immediate ramp-up of manufacturing activities in Germany. Production will be carried out in cooperation with an established industrial partner, allowing rapid integration into existing manufacturing infrastructure while strengthening industrial capacity and supporting skilled employment in Germany.

The programme builds on Quantum Systems’ long-standing presence in Ukraine and follows the co-production model established through Quantum Frontline Industries under the “Build with Ukraine” initiative. It represents one of the largest known procurements of unmanned ground vehicles in Europe to date and reflects the growing operational importance of ground robotics in modern military operations.

Hendrik Kramer, Managing Director of Quantum Tencore Industries, said: “Over the past 12 months, UGVs have fundamentally changed battlefield operations in Ukraine, from logistics and casualty evacuation to frontline combat missions. By combining battle-proven Ukrainian ground systems with German industrial scale, QTI is contributing to build strategic capacity in one of the most important emerging capabilities of modern warfare.”

Maksym Vasylchenko, Co-Founder and CEO of Tencore, added: “Ukrainian engineers have developed highly effective ground robotic systems under real operational conditions. With Quantum Systems, we now have the industrial partner to scale these systems in Germany, expand production, and ensure reliable delivery to Ukrainian forces.”

TerMIT is a modular, frontline-proven, multi-role tracked unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). It is designed to execute a wide range of ground missions, including logistics, field support, evacuation, and engineering tasks. Since 2023, TerMIT has proven itself in thousands of missions in Ukraine. It is designed as a software-defined ground system, enabling continuous capability growth through software rather than hardware changes.

Fully integrated into Quantum Systems’ MOSAIC UXS platform, the UGV benefits from ongoing development cycles that introduce new functions, optimizations, and integrations over time. This program represents the largest known UGV procurement efforts in Europe to date and reflects the increasing operational role of unmanned ground systems in modern military operations.

QTI combines Ukrainian battlefield innovation with German industrial scale, creating a manufacturing and delivery model capable of bringing proven ground robotic systems into production at the pace and volume required by modern defence forces.

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Milrem Robotics Demonstrates Robotic C-UAS and Combat Systems for Eastern Flank Defence at Eurosatory 2026

Tuesday, June 16th, 2026

At Eurosatory 2026, Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer, is showcasing systems designed to counter drone threats and support a layered, unmanned-first approach to modern warfare.

Building on its Robotised Eastern Flank Deterrence Initiative (EFDI), the company highlights that unmanned ground systems with integrated sensors and Counter-UAS capabilities can form a persistent defensive network in which robotic platforms assume the most dangerous roles.

“At Eurosatory 2026, we are showcasing how robotic and autonomous systems are becoming a central element of modern layered defence. Integrated unmanned platforms equipped with Counter-UAS, surveillance, and combat capabilities enable armed forces to extend operational reach, sustain high-readiness operations, and reduce soldiers’ exposure to frontline threats,” said Stefan Behre, Chief Sales Officer at Milrem Robotics.

At the centre of the display is ARCOS, the Autonomous & Robotic Control Suite, Milrem Robotics’ modular command-and-control system enabling the coordinated operation of unmanned systems and payloads. ARCOS is designed to integrate into broader battle management architectures, enabling synchronised operations across unmanned and manned forces.

Connected through ARCOS, the showcased systems demonstrate how autonomous platforms can operate as part of a coordinated defensive network. Among them is the THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle, which, since its deployment to Ukraine in 2022, has been updated with lessons learned.

THeMIS is available in multiple combat configurations, including a dual-Buria remote weapon station configuration developed by Ukraine’s Frontline Robotics for remote fire support, delivering enhanced combat effectiveness while keeping operators at a safe distance.

The system provides mobile, protected fire support to engage enemy positions, support manoeuvre forces, and strengthen defensive operations.

Additionally, Milrem is showcasing THeMIS integrated with EOS’ R400 Slinger Counter-UAS Remote Weapon Station. Equipped with a 30×113 mm cannon and specialised ammunition designed to minimise collateral damage, the system can detect, track, and engage hostile drones at ranges beyond 1,000 metres.

Milrem Robotics is also presenting the HAVOC Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV), an 8×8 hybrid-electric platform combining mobility, firepower, and advanced mission systems. Equipped with a 30×113 mm cannon with proximity-fused ammunition, SHORAD missile options, and electronic warfare systems, HAVOC is designed to address both aerial and ground threats in contested environments. The platform can also integrate counter-UAS capabilities to support layered air defence operations.

An integrated Elistair Khronos tethered UAV provides persistent overwatch and enhanced situational awareness, enabling continuous surveillance and target acquisition from an elevated position.

Additional integrations showcased at Eurosatory include the TerraHawk RWS by MSI, the Flexible Mission Platform (FMP™) by Moog and KNDS’ modular payload module for ISR, in cooperation with Thales France.

Together, these capabilities demonstrate how robotic systems can deliver sustained surveillance, immediate response, and combat power—supporting a defence model where unmanned platforms absorb risk and extend operational reach.

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SIG SAUER Advanced Defense Systems to Showcase Combat Proven. AI-Powered. Lightweight RCWS Family at Eurosatory 2026

Wednesday, June 10th, 2026

Paris, France June 8, 2026: SIG SAUER Advanced Defense Systems will showcase its lightweight Remote-Controlled Weapon Stations (RCWS) Family at Eurosatory 2026, highlighting how compact, AI-powered remote firepower is evolving to support distributed, multi-domain operations across manned and unmanned platforms

At the SIG SAUER Hall #6 booth #D26, the UltraLight RCWS, the airborne-configured MicroLight RCWS, and the Ranger RCUremote control unit will be on display, demonstrating a modular approach designed to address emerging operational requirements across land, airborne, maritime, and counter-UAS missions

At the center of the display is the latest version of the combat-proven UltraLight RCWS, mounted with next-generation machine guns, including the MMG and NGSW family, thereby offering a complete system set that is the lightest and most lethal available worldwide.

With AI-Powered cueing, the system supports simultaneous tracking of multiple targets in day and night conditions, including threat prioritization to reduce operator workload and accelerate response times in dynamic combat environments. Human operators remain fully responsible for target identification and engagement decisions.

SIG SAUER will also present the airborne-configured MicroLight RCWS, demonstrating how lightweight remote firepower is expanding into unmanned aerial operations. The compact system integrates a stabilized SIG SAUER light machine gun with an unmanned aerial platform, maintaining platform stability and enabling controlled engagement.

Alongside the weapon stations, SIG SAUER will present its Ranger RCU remote control unit, designed to simplify remote weapon operation across multiple operational environments and support safe remote weapon operation via wired or wireless communications. The improved user interface supports the latest features, such as Multiple Point & Shoot™ and Automatic Target Recognition (ATR), which uses computer vision algorithms to detect, classify, and track potential threats in real time, including personnel, vehicles, vessels, and low-flying drones.

The systems displayed at Eurosatory reflect broader operational lessons emerging from recent combat environments, where lightweight remote firepower is increasingly required to support mobile, distributed, and rapidly deployable operations. Applications now extend beyond traditional armored vehicles to include unmanned ground systems, maritime security platforms, remote firing positions, and airborne deployments. Visitors to Eurosatory 2026 will be able to view and control the systems and discuss operational applications with representatives from SIG SAUER Advanced Defense Systems.

For additional information or to schedule a meeting during Eurosatory 2026, please contact: tory.mazzola@sigsauer.com

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Milrem Robotics and VDL Defentec Hand Over First UGVs Intended for Ukraine

Thursday, June 4th, 2026

Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading developer of robotics and autonomous systems, and Dutch company VDL Defentec have officially opened a THeMIS unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) production line in Born, the Netherlands. During yesterday’s opening ceremony, the first THeMIS vehicles manufactured in the Netherlands were handed over to the Dutch government for onward delivery to Ukraine.

The production line was established to support the Netherlands-funded delivery of more than 100 THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles to Ukraine. Deliveries are being coordinated through Milrem Robotics’ Dutch subsidiary in cooperation with VDL Defentec.

The final assembly line established at the Born facility has been designed for flexibility, enabling rapid scaling of production capacity and accelerated deliveries when required. In addition to supporting Ukraine, the new manufacturing capability lays the foundation for long-term cooperation between Milrem Robotics and VDL Defentec while strengthening Europe’s defence industrial capacity.

“The opening of this production line and the handover of the first THeMIS vehicles manufactured in the Netherlands mark an important milestone in our cooperation with the Dutch government and VDL Defentec. It demonstrates that Europe’s defence industry is capable of rapidly increasing production capacity and delivering meaningful capabilities to Ukraine. Therefore, this cooperation with VDL is a great fit because of their solid industrial scaling capabilities to serve the European market with Milrem products,” said Kuldar Väärsi, CEO of Milrem Robotics.

Willem van der Leegte, CEO of VDL Groep, highlighted the importance of European industrial cooperation: “The handover of the first THeMIS vehicles produced at our Born facility demonstrates that European companies can jointly establish new manufacturing capabilities at speed and support international security efforts. We are proud of our cooperation with Milrem Robotics, and the delivery of the first THeMIS vehicles manufactured in the Netherlands is an important achievement for this partnership.”

The new vehicles will join the THeMIS platforms already operating in Ukraine since 2022, where they have repeatedly proven their reliability and effectiveness in combat conditions.l

THeMIS is a versatile unmanned ground vehicle designed to support infantry units in logistics, reconnaissance, combat support, and other battlefield tasks. The platform is currently in use or part of robotics programmes in 20 countries, making it the world’s most widely used UGV in its class.

Milrem Robotics is a global leader in robotics and autonomous systems development, with offices in Estonia, Finland, Sweden, the Netherlands, Poland, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.

In addition to the THeMIS UGV, Milrem Robotics is developing the HAVOC robotic combat vehicle, the VECTOR unmanned ground vehicle, and a range of autonomous capabilities, including the ARCOS command-and-control system.

The company is also known for successfully leading the European defence development programme iMUGS under the EDIDP framework, with the follow-on project iMUGS2 currently in preparation.

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Ghost Robotics Exhibits Production Manipulator Arm for Vision 60 QUGV

Friday, May 29th, 2026

Just a year ago I showed you the new Manipulator Arm accessory for the Vision 60 Quadraped Unmanned Ground Vehicle which is often referred to as a “Robotic Dog.” During this week’s visit to Canada I ran across an updated version.

The version I originally showed you was a production prototype and in the ensuing year Ghost Robotics has made a couple of small improvements and transitioned into serial production. According to company representatives, most of what is happening now are software improvements.

As before, the Arm offers seamless integration with 6 Degrees of Freedom and will extend up to 1 meter. Despite 25 lbs of gripping force, with cameras in the pincers and force feedback, it won’t crush what it’s holding unless you want it crushed.

In Canada, Ghost Robotics systems are available through Millbrook Tactical.

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American Rheinmetall and Harbinger Announce Partnership to Deliver Next-Generation Robotics and Uncrewed Ground Vehicles to the Department of War

Thursday, May 28th, 2026

American Rheinmetall, and Harbinger have formed a partnership to develop and field a family of robotic and uncrewed ground vehicles (UGVs) in support of U.S. Department of War (DoW) modernization priorities. The teaming pairs American Rheinmetall’s combat-proven vehicle integration, mission systems, and modular architecture development with Harbinger’s commercially based, autonomy-ready hybrid vehicle platform to deliver affordable, scalable robotic solutions that can be fielded at the pace of relevance.

Under the agreement, the companies will jointly pursue current and emerging DoW programs where commercial-derived, hybrid-electric, and fully drive-by-wire architectures can accelerate the delivery of robotic combat, logistics, and sustainment capabilities. Initial areas of collaboration include autonomous tactical wheeled vehicles, contested-logistics resupply, and next-generation robotic platforms aligned with U.S. Army autonomy and manned-unmanned teaming priorities.

“Soldiers need robotics they can trust, at a cost that lets them field them in the numbers required to win,” said Matthew Warnick, CEO of American Rheinmetall. “Harbinger’s drive-by-wire, hybrid-electric platform is one of the most autonomy-ready commercial chassis ever built in the United States, and combined with American Rheinmetall’s deep experience integrating mission systems for the Army, gives the DoW an attritable, sovereign, and rapidly scalable option, engineered here, built here, and ready to fight.”

The partnership directly addresses DoW priorities around combat effectiveness, affordability, and industrial readiness. American Rheinmetall brings combat vehicle integration experience, a mature modular architecture and adaptable mission kit interface, and an established U.S. industrial footprint supporting major ground combat vehicle programs. Harbinger’s platform is designed from the ground up with scalable battery architecture, and a range-extended hybrid powertrain, enabling silent watch, reduced thermal and acoustic signatures, and extended operational endurance. Harbinger’s hybrid platform leverages the company’s proven electric chassis, and pairs it with a gas-powered range extender that recharges the battery to keep missions going in the most demanding environments.

“Harbinger has always built for the toughest commercial missions, and the Warfighter’s mission is the toughest of all,” said John Harris, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Harbinger. “Partnering with American Rheinmetall, one of the most capable ground systems integrators serving the DoW, allows us to bring our autonomy-ready platform at a price point that makes true attritable mass possible. Together, we can give Soldiers robotic systems that are affordable enough to be everywhere they’re needed, and tough enough to do the job when they get there. Most importantly, by taking the driver out of the vehicle with advanced autonomy and teleoperation, we can keep service men and women out of harm’s way”

Both companies are committed to U.S. design, engineering, and manufacturing. American Rheinmetall operates manufacturing, integration, and sustainment facilities in Michigan and is scaling additional U.S. production capacity across facilities in MI, OH, and ME in support of its growing portfolio of Army programs. Harbinger designs and assembles its powertrain, battery systems, and chassis in-house at its California headquarters.

The companies expect to begin joint demonstrations this summer and will pursue near-term prototyping opportunities through Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs), Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), and traditional programs of record.

www.rheinmetall-us.com

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