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The first phase of the DANAE program
Marine Tech is one of the 7 companies selected as part of the DANAE program of the Defense Innovation Agency (AID). This program aims to develop and test innovative marine drone systems designed to enhance the operational capabilities of the French Navy. We had the opportunity to participate in a week of full-scale trials in the Toulon harbor, under real-world conditions, and to present our solution to Ms. Catherine Vautrin, Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs.
Jan 27


Marine Tech unveils "Sentinel"
After several months of R&D, we are proud to present Sentinelle, our new tethered aerial drone device. This system – consisting of a quadcopter, a landing platform and an automated winch – allows for prolonged and secure aerial deployment from a moving ship. Designed to withstand the most hostile marine environments (spray, strong wind, humidity), Sentinelle pushes the limits of the use of onboard drones. Its ability to take off and land dynamically on a moving ship was made
Jun 30, 2025


On the road to France 2030
The continued development of version 2 of the Manta AUV, a project supported by France 2030, involves the deployment of an underwater docking station capable of recharging and transferring data, in order to increase its mission autonomy.
Jun 9, 2025


The Prefect of Var visited Marine Tech!
On Thursday, January 16, we had the pleasure of welcoming Mr. Prefect of Var, Philippe Mahé, and Mr. Mayor of Six Fours les Plages, Jean-Sébastien Vialatte, for a visit to our production facilities at the headquarters of Marine Tech. In the background, our development program around the Manta drone which was selected as part of the CORIMER call for projects funded by FRANCE 2030. An ambitious project which began in April 2024 for which Marine Tech and its partners Hologarde,
Jan 21, 2025


Marine Tech at Euronaval
Marine Tech and Hologarde are exclusively presenting their Marine Garde solution at the EURONAVAL trade show in Paris. This award-winning solution, which received the EURONAVAL Innovation Award and the GICAN Innovation Prize, is based on the Manta X next-generation drone project. A Manta drone is on display at stand D66, located in the Mediterranean Sea Cluster pavilion. Marine Tech and Hologarde thank the jury members: Alain Bovis, President of the MARINE ACADEMY, Timothée M
Nov 14, 2024


First edition of the Dronathlon 2024 organized by the French Navy
A look back at the first edition of Dronathlon 2024, organised by the French Navy (CEPN) and the DGA - Directorate General of Armament, in collaboration with the Defence Innovation Agency, from 7 to 11 October. This unprecedented event brought together 35 companies to test drone solutions in realistic and multi-environment scenarios. Marine Tech participated in 2 exercises, within 2 consortia: - Poseidrones with SEABER (leader), Hologarde and HEXADRONE. - Amphitheater D with
Oct 14, 2024


Winner of the France 2030 program
Winner of the CORIMER call for projects of the France2030 program , the Manta X project was presented at the maritime innovation days on May 17 in Paris under the patronage of the Secretary of State in charge of the sea and biodiversity.
May 6, 2024


UHV MANTA in Abu Dhabi
At the DRIFT X trade show, taking place from April 25th to 27th, 2024 in Abu Dhabi, BAYANAT, a leading UAE player in data acquisition, analysis, and surveillance, is currently showcasing Marine Tech's MANTA UHV. Following agreements signed at the end of 2023, a version of the MANTA drone will be developed specifically for the UAE, incorporating cutting-edge security and surveillance technologies. The MANTA UHV continues its evolution, offering new perspectives compared to con
Apr 26, 2024


MANTA X
We are pleased to announce that the MANTA X project led by Marine Tech and its partners Hologarde , SHIP AS A SERVICE and i2S • Innovative Imaging Solutions has been selected in the CORIMER 2023 call for projects of the France2030 program . The project aims to develop a mapping and monitoring solution for coastal areas extending to the deep seabed using the MANTA UHV underwater drone, operated with algorithms incorporating autonomous decision-making capabilities.
Apr 4, 2024


Signing of a strategic agreement in the UAE.
Driven by the UAE government's desire to equip the country with autonomous vessels for observation, analysis, and protection of its maritime domain, Marine Tech was selected by Bayanat, a major player in this sector in the UAE. A strategic cooperation agreement was signed on October 19th in Abu Dhabi during the GITEX IMPACT international trade show at the government's booth. It is the technology of the MANTA UHV drone that has captured the attention of the Emirati state and w
Oct 23, 2023


Marine Tech present at the Sea and Defense event.
Marine Tech Robotics is currently participating in the “Sea and Defense” event organized by the Pôle Mer Méditerranée. This event, focused on autonomous systems, allows us to present our innovative solutions for maritime surveillance and intervention. Our latest innovation, “UHV MANTA” , a next-generation multi-environment drone designed to operate both on the surface and underwater, is currently on display at our booth at the Palais Neptune in Toulon.
Jun 1, 2023


Delivery of the first bathymetric drone to the French Navy.
This week, Marine Tech Robotics is delivering in Brest the first bathymetric drone to the French Navy, following a contract that could extend up to 20 units. Derived from the RSV Dolphin range, this surface drone is equipped with a high-resolution 3D bathymetric system, as well as a mission programming and supervision system featuring both manual and autonomous modes, combined with obstacle avoidance capabilities. At the heart of the Brest naval base, Marine Tech also provide
Nov 10, 2022


UHV MANTA on display at EURONAVAL.
Deployed at the beginning of summer during the I-Naval Operation in Toulon, the UHV MANTA, both an USV and AUV, was showcased at the French Ministry of the Armed Forces stand throughout the EURONAVAL exhibition in Paris, Le Bourget. On this occasion, Marine Tech Robotics, the DGA – French Defence Procurement Agency, and the Defence Innovation Agency had the pleasure of presenting in greater detail the UHV MANTA, a unique drone redefining the standards of surface and deep-sea
Oct 10, 2022


Operation I-NAVAL 2022: Marine Tech Robotics presents the UHV MANTA.
Marine Tech Robotics presented its latest drone innovation, the UHV MANTA, during Operation I-NAVAL 2022 on Thursday, July 7, 2022. The Unmanned Hybrid Vehicle MANTA is a multi-environment drone designed to operate both on the surface and underwater. Capable of carrying additional payloads alongside multiple sensors—such as side-scan sonar, multibeam echosounder, current profiler, hydrophone, and HD cameras—the UHV MANTA targets naval defense and surveillance markets as well
Jul 7, 2022
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