Pakistan has taken a significant step toward modernizing its maritime defence capabilities with the unveiling of its first indigenous Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) at the Pakistan International Maritime Exhibition and Conference (PIMEC) 2025 in Karachi. Developed by Stingray Technologies, this autonomous naval platform signals Pakistan’s entry into an era where artificial intelligence, robotics, and maritime strategy converge. Far beyond a display of hardware, the development reflects a deeper realization: in the evolving world of naval warfare, the intelligence of systems may soon matter more than the size of fleets.

Unlike traditional naval vessels, a USV operates without any sailors on board. It is essentially a maritime drone capable of conducting surveillance, reconnaissance, and potentially offensive missions through remote operation or autonomous decision-making. The Pakistani USV showcased at PIMEC is a 25-foot fiberglass craft powered by an outboard engine, designed for coastal operations with a current endurance of 4–5 hours and a range of 20–30 kilometers. Its capabilities are anchored in a modern suite of sensors, including radar for surface........

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