Denmark to Conduct Trial of Autonomous Sea Drones Amid Rising Tensions in Northern Europe

Amid increasing tensions with Russia, the Danish Armed Forces have announced plans to trial four autonomous sea drones in Northern Europe waters. These uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) will be powered by wind and solar energy, and equipped with sensors and cameras to gather real-time data above and below the water’s surface. An onboard computer will stream this data to a machine learning algorithm trained to detect patterns and potential threats. The primary purpose of these drones is to assist the Danish defence forces in identifying activities such as enemy submarine presence, illegal fishing, drug smuggling, and tampering with undersea cables. The trial aims to assess the effectiveness of this technology in enhancing maritime security in the region. The deployment of autonomous sea drones reflects Denmark‘s commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to safeguard its territorial waters and protect against emerging threats. As tensions continue to escalate in Northern Europe, the use of innovative solutions like autonomous drones could play a crucial role in enhancing surveillance and monitoring capabilities in the maritime domain.