# Advancements in autonomous marine technology > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/advancements-in-autonomous-marine-technology > Updated: 2026-10-04T17:00:16.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Developments in autonomous marine technology have focused on seafloor mapping, navigation, and subsea operations. In Greece, researchers introduced AI-powered aerial and underwater autonomous systems designed to create detailed 3D seabed maps. These tools are intended to support infrastructure projects like pipeline construction and port development, while also possessing the capability to detect unexploded ordnance and identify geological risks such as tsunamis or landslides. Further advancements in the sector include collaborations to integrate smart navigation platforms with electric propulsion systems to enhance AI-driven route planning and collision avoidance. Additionally, new subsea docking systems are being developed to allow autonomous underwater vehicles to launch, recover, and dock below the wave zone, which aims to increase operational safety and extend mission durations in rough sea conditions. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-04: Marine technology firms advance autonomous navigation and subsea docking Avikus and Vision Marine are testing AI-driven smart navigation with electric propulsion, while Kongsberg Maritime secures a contract for subsea AUV docking systems for a new research vessel. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marine-technology-firms-advance-autonomous-navigation-and-subsea-docking ### 2026-09-07: Greek scientists unveil AI-powered autonomous seafloor mapping systems Greek scientists have introduced AI-powered autonomous aerial and underwater systems designed to create precise 3D maps of the seabed and support large-scale marine infrastructure projects. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-scientists-unveil-ai-powered-autonomous-seafloor-mapping-systems --- Cite as: Advancements in autonomous marine technology. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/advancements-in-autonomous-marine-technology