N.S.I. Arowana Autonomous Unmanned Surface Vessel
The N.S.I. Arowana is a high-performance autonomous unmanned surface vessel (USV) engineered to deliver persistent maritime capability across defence, border security, critical infrastructure protection and commercial operations. Combining advanced autonomous navigation with a modular payload architecture, Arowana provides a versatile platform capable of supporting intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), force protection, maritime domain awareness and specialist mission payloads.
As an advanced multi-mission platform, Arowana enables operators to extend maritime reach while reducing risk to personnel in contested, remote and hazardous environments.
Mission Applications
- Maritime Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (ISR)
- Harbour and Port Security
- Force Protection
- Critical Infrastructure Monitoring
- Offshore Energy & Asset Inspection
- Search & Rescue Support
- Border Protection & Maritime Security
- Environmental & Hydrographic Survey
- Communications Relay
- Electronic Warfare & Specialist Payload Integration
Autonomous Maritime Capability
Designed for autonomous and remote operations, the Arowana delivers reliable performance in challenging maritime environments while allowing operators to monitor and control missions from secure command locations. The open architecture supports rapid integration of mission-specific sensors and payloads, enabling the platform to evolve alongside operational requirements.
Modular Payload Integration
The Arowana can be configured with a wide range of payloads, including:
- EO/IR Imaging Systems
- Marine Radar
- AIS Receivers
- Sonar & Bathymetric Sensors
- Acoustic Monitoring Systems
- Electronic Warfare Payloads
- Communications Relay Equipment
- Environmental Sensors
- Custom Defence & Government Payloads
Falcon UAV Integration & Support
Falcon UAV provides complete lifecycle capability for the N.S.I. Arowana throughout Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, including:
- Platform Supply & Procurement
- Mission Payload Integration
- Operator & Maintainer Training
- Deployment Planning
- Technical Support & Sustainment
- Software Updates & Lifecycle Management
- Custom Mission Engineering
- Government & Defence Project Support
By combining world-class autonomous maritime technology with local sovereign integration capability, Falcon UAV delivers mission-ready systems tailored to the operational needs of defence, government and critical industry customers.
Autonomous Maritime Capability Starts Here
Discover how the N.S.I. Arowana can enhance your maritime operations with advanced autonomous surface technology. Contact Falcon UAV to discuss platform configuration, mission payload integration and deployment support for your operational requirements.








