26 jun 2026
Kawasaki, Airbus to explore Japanese anti-submarine warfare derivative of Eurodrone
European airframe could be equipped with Japanese sensors and effectors. Kawasaki Heavy Industries has signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus to explore the potential use of the latter’s U950 Eurodrone as a maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) asset. Announced on 26 June, the agreement will lead to further discussions “to develop options for the design, development and commercialisation for a future Japanese maritime version”, the European company says.
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Airbus and Kawasaki Heavy Industries have signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on the concept of a Eurodrone development focused on the anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and maritime patrol role. The two companies will now begin work on deciding the necessary modifications to the existing U950 Eurodrone design, including considerations of required sensor and payload packages for long range ASW and other maritime missions.
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