Oceanus12 autonomously deploys two C-Star surface drones
ZeroUSV demonstrated Oceanus12 autonomously deploying two Oshen C-Star surface drones during a coordinated Plymouth maritime-autonomy trial.
Why it matters
The trial establishes an exact system-of-systems configuration in which Oceanus12 launched two C-Stars under Guardian autonomy, rather than a generic partner claim.
Evidence notes
- The UK Defence Innovation-backed programme is led by ZeroUSV with Oshen and MarineAI.
- MarineAI’s GuardianAI autonomy suite coordinated Oceanus12 and the C-Star vehicles with minimal operator input.
- The two C-Stars were configured for acoustic-data collection; the next planned phase would deploy four vehicles simultaneously.
Company context
ZeroUSV designs and operates Oceanus-class autonomous surface vessels for defence, security, hydrographic survey, ocean science and offshore logistics. Its 12 m Oceanus12 combines multi-week endurance, modular payload integration and containerised transport for persistent blue-water missions.