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Future of Marine: Unveil USV at UMEX 2024

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Al Fattan Ship Industry takes great strides into the future of marine unmanned systems. The proof of this is the 10-meter long Unmanned Surface Vessel (USV) that Al Fattan introduced to the public during its debut at UMEX 2024 in Abu Dhabi. This drone ship is crafted entirely in‐house. As a local builder in the UAE, Al Fattan is committed to future innovation and is a leader in the rapidly growing area of unmanned and autonomous systems in the marine sector.

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Impressive Progress in Unmanned Marine Systems

The 10-meter long USV prototype offers a look into Al Fattan’s progress in marine unmanned systems. With a smart in-house design, the vessel meets the unique requirements of its users. Powered by reliable 230 hp outboard engines, the USV combines agility and strength. Basic yet highly efficient: the onboard cameras, sensors, and monitoring tools showcase Al Fattan’s practical approach to technology. Flexible and ready for an upgrade to more advanced surveillance and monitoring systems.

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WhisperPower Piccolo 8 Generator

For power supply, a collaboration was sought with Marina Yachts LLC. This supplier and service provider is a specialist in both marine generators, air conditioning and is a leader in the United Arab Emirates. For maximum comfort on board, Marina Yachts equipped the prototype with the Piccolo 8 Stage V certified generator. This extremely reliable Genverter© model is the quietest, most compact, and most powerful in its class.

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