EUROATLAS and strategic partner EvoLogics are proceeding with sea trials of their GREYSHARK™ autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV)
EUROATLAS, headquartered in Bremen (Germany), owns an extensive experience of more than 60 years in the field of submarine technology. The GREYSHARK multi-mission AUV showcased at IMDEX Asia in Singapore last May has been designed for civil, scientific and military applications – from environmental monitoring and research to maritime reconnaissance, combat, and support missions. The AUV will be seen at the German Baltic Coast, near Eckernförde, on 21 November, performing in another sea trial.
The reason for increased use of autonomous systems is clear: the global naval security environment demands AUV solutions that are agile, resilient and capable of operating autonomously in high-risk scenarios. GREYSHARK exactly responds to these evolving threats by offering a high degree of versatility and mission flexibility, enabling naval/maritime forces to conduct operations farther, deeper and safer than ever before.
At the heart of the innovation is the world’s first hydrogen propulsion system ever deployed in an AUV. With just a single “tank load,” GREYSHARK could theoretically travel from Kiel to New York and back – and still complete additional operations in the Baltic Sea, according to EUROATLAS. The efficient bionic shell also contributes to this range.
GREYSHARK was developed in collaboration with EvoLogics, merging combined strengths in autonomous systems, underwater communications and next-generation technology development. Headquartered in Berlin, the company brings in 25 years of expertise in maritime high-tech, underwater robotics, data and positioning networks, sensor arrays and artificial intelligence (AI) functionalities. These capabilities enable enhanced situational awareness and decision-making capabilities for the GREYSHARK AUV. The autonomous platform is fitted with state-of-the-art AI-supported passive and active sensor technology that can be used (individually or in swarms) for various missions: protection of critical infrastructure; submarine reconnaissance and deterrence; and mine or unexploded ordnance detection. EUROATLAS‘ CEO Eugen Ciemnyjewski, said: „The interest expressed by leading navies worldwide confirms that we are on the right path.“
Naval Forces will continue to report on GREYSHARK’s next milestones in Februar 2026.