What Happened
Belgium Awards Contract For Expendable Underwater Drones
Belgium has awarded Exail Robotics Belgium a contract for three TRIDENT mine countermeasure systems, which will be delivered to Ukraine to aid in its mine clearing efforts. The systems include a 31-foot rigid-hulled inflatable boat and underwater drones, designed for shallow water and limited port infrastructure. The contract is worth €9.9 million and has a 24-month execution window. This development was first reported by Naval News, according to an article from Unknown Source.