Introduction – The Nature of Our Business
An Introduction to USV-Marix
Shaping the future of maritime solutions.
The world's oceans are a vast, blue frontier, and the industry that operates on them is entering a period of incredible change. Just like the internet transformed from a specialized tool into something we all rely on, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now becoming a fundamental part of how we do business and how we keep people safe.
Historically, the maritime world required huge investments in skilled people and expensive equipment to get things done. But today, AI is changing that. It's helping us build smart, automated systems that can think, navigate, and make decisions on their own, allowing us to do more with less. From the drones that patrol our skies to the self-driving cars on our roads, AI has already reshaped entire industries. The next great transformation is happening now, on the ocean.
USV-Marix is at the forefront of this shift, ready to lead the AI-driven maritime revolution.
Our Technology
We have brought together a team of world-class engineers, scientists, and maritime experts to design our next generation of autonomous marine platforms. These platforms are not just a collection of parts; they are integrated systems that use advanced technology to accomplish complex missions.
- AI-Driven Autonomy: Our systems can navigate complex waterways, avoid collisions, and make real-time decisions without human intervention.
- Integrated Sensing: Advanced sonar and radar systems provide a comprehensive picture of the environment, both on and below the surface.
- Underwater Imaging: We use high-resolution scanning and imaging tools to conduct detailed seabed surveys and inspect subsea infrastructure.
- Secure Communications: Our platforms use secure, high-speed communications to send back the information they collect in real time.
Key Applications
The versatility of these platforms makes them incredibly valuable across a wide range of uses, from securing our waters to exploring the depths.
- Security & Safety: Our systems can patrol coastlines, monitor for threats, and provide critical support in disaster response or search and rescue missions where it might be too dangerous for people.
- Environmental & Scientific Research: They can be used to conduct deep-sea surveys, study ocean ecosystems, and gather data vital for understanding our changing planet.
- Commercial & Industrial Use: We can support the offshore energy industry by inspecting underwater pipelines and infrastructure, and provide valuable data for marine engineering projects.
The Investment Opportunity
The technology needed to make these systems a reality—from advanced sensors to powerful AI processors—has become much more affordable and accessible. This has created a unique window for investment.
USV-Marix combines a deep understanding of the maritime industry's needs with the technical know-how to build the solutions of the future. We have a clear plan for production and deployment, and with the right investment, we can quickly expand into lucrative markets.
We invite you to join us on this journey. Together, we can deliver systems that improve safety, expand capabilities, and capture significant value in a rapidly growing global market.
Unmanned Surface Vehicle (USV) Naval Applications
Harbor and Port Security
Beyond combat roles, USVs contribute to harbor and port security, conducting routine patrols and inspections. These vehicles can identify unauthorized vessels, monitor critical infrastructure, and respond rapidly to potential threats, ensuring maritime domain security.
USVs also play a central role in multi-domain operations. By acting as a node within larger networked systems, they integrate seamlessly with manned vessels, submarines, and aerial platforms. This interoperability allows for synchronized missions where data flows across multiple assets, ensuring a unified operational picture.
Hydrographic Survey and Mapping
While USVs are primarily developed for defense applications, their utility extends far beyond combat scenarios. Their ability to conduct detailed hydrographic surveys makes them invaluable for mapping undersea terrain and identifying potential hazards to navigation. This capability is essential for military planning, particularly in relatively unknown or constantly changing environments.
Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Response
USVs are deployed in humanitarian assistance and disaster response missions. Their autonomy and adaptability make them ideal for search-and-rescue operations in areas affected by natural disasters or maritime accidents. Equipped with cameras, infrared sensors, and communication relays, they can locate survivors and guide rescue efforts effectively.
Autonomous Surface Vessels for Naval Operations
USVs utilize advanced autonomy technologies to operate efficiently in complex maritime environments. These systems integrate artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, and robust sensor fusion to enable fully autonomous or semi-autonomous operations.
AI-driven decision-making provides USVs with the ability to analyze their surroundings, avoid obstacles, and adjust missions based on real-time conditions. For instance, autonomous pathfinding allows USVs to traverse heavily trafficked waterways without human intervention, while intelligent collision avoidance systems ensure safe navigation in dynamic environments.
Many USVs also feature swarm capabilities, enabling multiple units to work collaboratively. By leveraging inter-vehicle communication, these platforms can execute coordinated maneuvers such as area surveillance or search-and-rescue missions. This networked approach enhances operational efficiency and provides a scalable solution for covering expansive maritime regions.
Communication and Encryption
Communication systems may include radio frequency (RF) links and SATCOM (satellite communications), with advanced encryption and autonomous failover protocols to ensure uninterrupted command and control in contested environments.
Data Collection and Naval Integration
Naval USVs may be equipped with state-of-the-art sensor suites capable of capturing high-resolution imagery, sonar data, and environmental readings. This data may be processed onboard or transmitted to a control centre, supporting tactical decision-making, precise target identification, battlefield preparation, and threat mitigation.
Unmanned Surface Vehicle Construction, Propulsion, & Payloads
Construction
Military USVs require rugged engineering to withstand harsh environments. They may be constructed from carbon fiber composites, marine-grade aluminium, or high-density polymers, finished with anti-corrosion or anti-fouling coatings. Hulls are optimized for stealth, durability, and efficiency, with low acoustic and radar signatures and hydrodynamic shapes for endurance.
Payloads
- Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) cameras
- AHD receivers
- Side-scan and forward-looking sonar systems
- Electronic warfare tools
- Weapons systems
- Small unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
- Unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs)
- Hydrographic survey equipment (single- or multibeam echosounders)
This adaptability ensures a single platform can support multiple operations, reducing logistical complexity and cost.
Propulsion
USV propulsion systems range from traditional diesel-electric to hybrid and renewable solutions such as solar and wave energy. These designs extend mission durations and reduce costs. Emerging propulsion technologies, including hydrogen fuel cells and advanced battery systems, will further enhance endurance and sustainability for naval platforms.
Services
Range of Specialised USV Designs
We Offer a Range of Specialised USV Designs
Specialised USV Portfolio
Our portfolio spans compact 5-metre rescue craft for flood response and river safety, 12-metre ocean-going platforms optimised for endurance missions, and stealth-class vessels engineered for near-invisible operations. Every design emphasises precision naval architecture, advanced autonomy, and mission-specific adaptability.
We Offer a Range of Specialised USV Designs
Our portfolio covers a spectrum of Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs), each engineered for a distinct purpose. From compact 5‑metre rescue craft designed for flood response and river safety, to 12‑metre ocean‑going platforms optimised for endurance missions, and our stealth‑class vessels built for near‑invisible operations — every design reflects precision engineering, advanced autonomy, and mission‑specific adaptability.
Professional Advice for Your Needs
Beyond vessel design, we provide expert guidance to help you choose the right USV solution for your mission. Our team of specialists offers personalised consultations, ensuring you receive professional advice tailored to your operational requirements and long‑term objectives.
Submerge Submarine
Controlled by Grand Control and Mission Planner navigation to deliver precise, long‑endurance underwater operations while keeping humans out of harm’s way.
Overview
The Submerge submarine is an advanced unmanned underwater system engineered for precision navigation, endurance, and operational safety. Its control stack integrates Grand Control—the supervisory command layer—with Mission Planner—the autonomous route‑planning and execution module. The result: mission assurance with human operators retained at a safe remove.
Control Architecture
1) Grand Control (Supervisory C2)
The “overseer” interface for setting objectives, validating constraints, monitoring health, and—when necessary—intervening. It establishes safety envelopes, communications policy, and mission authority.
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Operator Oversight: live telemetry, status dashboards, abort and recall controls.
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Safety Boundaries: depth, geofence, energy, and comms constraints enforced in real time.
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Redundancy Management: failover behaviours for sensors, power, and propulsion.
2) Mission Planner (Autonomy & Navigation)
The autonomy layer transforms objectives into executable routes using environmental data and sensor fusion. It performs obstacle avoidance, path re‑planning, and adherence to the supervisory safety plan.
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Route Generation: bathymetry-aware planning with contingency waypoints.
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Sensor Fusion: merges INS/DVL, sonar, and environmental feeds for robust state estimation.
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Obstacle Avoidance: dynamic re‑planning under supervisory constraints.
Why This Configuration Reduces Human Risk
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No Onboard Crew: eliminates exposure to extreme pressure, toxic environments, and structural hazards.
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Remote Operations: operators remain in secure facilities with full visibility and override authority.
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Fail‑safes: Grand Control enforces depth/geofence limits, controlled aborts, and safe‑state behaviours.
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Ethical Guardrails: autonomy acts as an extension of human decision‑making, not an unconstrained weapon system.
Ethical Integration
The Submerge platform is designed so that humans retain informed oversight while avoiding direct danger. Autonomy is bounded by policy, law, and mission safety constraints; operators can intervene or terminate a mission at any time.
Supervisory Control Flow (Simplified)
Summary
Under Grand Control with Mission Planner navigation, the Submerge submarine keeps people safe by removing the need for onboard crews while preserving human authority over every stage of a mission. It demonstrates responsible autonomy: oversight without exposure.
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