Source-linked news, original analysis and approved development briefs across unmanned systems. Original event dates, publication dates and evidence limits remain distinct.
TNI AL Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali visited PT PAL Indonesia on February 26, 2026, to review development of the KSOT autonomous submarine and the separate Piranha torpedo system. PT PAL connected the KSOT development to strengthening Indonesia's national underwater-defense capability.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 26 Feb 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
TNI AL Chief of Staff Admiral Muhammad Ali stated on April 16, 2026, that the Navy intended to employ KSOT underwater as part of increased use of unmanned systems for maritime patrol. He described the planned use as supporting existing KRI patrol activity while reducing dependence on fuel-intensive crewed vessels.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 16 Apr 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On April 24, 2026, Pushidrosal reported that the AUV carried aboard KRI Canopus-936 remained functional during the vessel's transcontinental delivery voyage. Pushidrosal describes the AUV as an autonomous unmanned underwater system capable of automatic seabed mapping.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 24 Apr 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On April 24, 2026, Pushidrosal reported that the ROV aboard KRI Canopus-936 remained functional during the vessel's transcontinental delivery voyage. The Navy describes the ROV as a remotely controlled underwater robot used for deep inspection.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 24 Apr 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On May 11, 2026, KRI Canopus-936 arrived in Jakarta after completing its delivery voyage from Germany with its installed AUV capability aboard. Pushidrosal and ANTARA confirm the underwater robotic equipment and link the platform to hydrographic, mine-detection, patrol, and maritime-intelligence functions.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 11 May 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On May 11, 2026, KRI Canopus-936 arrived in Jakarta after completing its delivery voyage from Germany with its installed ROV capability aboard. Pushidrosal and ANTARA confirm the underwater robotic equipment and link the platform to hydrographic, mine-detection, patrol, and maritime-intelligence functions.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 11 May 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
In June 2026, PT PAL CEO Kaharuddin Djenod publicly confirmed that Indonesia's Ministry of Defence had signed a contract covering an undisclosed number of KSOT autonomous submarines for Indonesian Navy evaluation.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: June 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On July 7, 2026, Seskoal researchers conducted field research in Semarang and Surabaya under a study titled "Analisis Kapabilitas Kapal Selam Otonomous dan Torpedo (KSOT) Guna Memperkuat Alutsista TNI Angkatan Laut Dalam Rangka Menghadapi Ancaman Perang Modern." The work assessed autonomous-underwater capability in the context of future TNI AL force development and modern-warfare requirements.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 7 Jul 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On July 15, 2026, PT PAL CEO Kaharuddin Djenod stated that KSOT autonomous submarines had entered the production stage and that supporting infrastructure for mass production was ready. He linked the program to closing surveillance gaps and strengthening Indonesia's underwater-defense capability following the procurement progression disclosed earlier in 2026.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 15 Jul 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On July 21, 2026, KKIP conducted a formal monitoring-and-evaluation visit to PT PAL Indonesia covering strategic maritime-defense programs, including the company's autonomous-submarine development stream. The activity assessed program progress, industrial capability, and inputs for future defense-industry policy.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 21 Jul 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On August 14, 2026, Ditjen Pothan Kemhan conducted monitoring and evaluation of PT Robo Marine Indonesia's FA ODIS development under the 2026 Bangtekindhan program. Kemhan states that FA ODIS is being developed for naval-mine identification to support subsequent mine destruction and identifies TNI AL mine-warfare units as the intended beneficiaries.
UUV · Indonesia
Original event: 14 Aug 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
NSTL issued a 2026 GeM service requirement for technical support during preparation, testing, and dynamic trials of a man-portable autonomous underwater vehicle. The work supports the MP-AUV capability developed for mine-countermeasure missions and covers technical assistance at NSTL and designated test locations.
UUV · India
Original event: 12 Jan 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On January 20, 2026, a Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence delegation visited NSTL and reviewed HEAUV, SWARM, and other underwater-vehicle programs being developed for Indian Navy requirements.
UUV · India
Original event: 20 Jan 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
DRDO's Naval Research Board conducted a two-day workshop and live demonstration of a Biomimetic Autonomous Underwater Vehicle on February 3-4, 2026. The development involved collaboration among IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras, IISc, NSTL, and NPOL and was presented in a naval and defence research context.
UUV · India
Original event: February 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
GRSE and Kalyani Strategic Systems signed an MoU on March 5 covering joint development and promotion of indigenous naval systems and unmanned platforms, including AUVs. The cooperation addresses future naval opportunities in India and international markets but covers additional systems beyond the underwater-vehicle element.
UUV · India
Original event: 5 Mar 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On March 6, 2026, Rekise Marine presented its autonomous subsurface portfolio to defence leadership during Sagar Sankalp, including the Jalkapi XLAUV and its man-portable AUV program. Jalkapi was identified as an Indian Navy-linked XLAUV being developed through the ADITI 1.0 / iDEX-DIO framework, while the MPAUV is associated with Goa Shipyard collaboration.
UUV · India
Original event: 6 Mar 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On March 12, 2026, Sagar Defence Engineering began construction of its Autonomous Maritime Shipbuilding and Systems Centre at Juvvaladinne. The facility is intended to develop and support unmanned surface vessels, autonomous underwater vehicles, and other intelligent maritime systems for defence, security, and commercial applications.
UUV · India
Original event: 12 Mar 2026
By Avantika Kapoor
On March 30, 2026, GRSE delivered Sanshodhak to the Indian Navy with an AUV listed among the ship's integrated hydrographic equipment. The milestone therefore represents delivery of an installed AUV capability as part of the host platform rather than a separate UUV procurement or acceptance event.
UUV · India
Original event: 30 Mar 2026
By Avantika Kapoor