Date: April 9, 2026
Time: 11 am – 12 pm ET
Experience autonomous maritime technology firsthand in this interactive demonstration designed for organizations operating in the unmanned maritime domain. Autonomy at Sea moves beyond theory to provide a real-time, live demonstration showcasing the operational capabilities of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) and the supporting systems that are transforming modern maritime operations.
This live session will feature active USV operations demonstrating key functions including vessel control station interface, remote command and control, sensor integration, real-time data transmission, autonomous navigation, and coordinated multi-vehicle operations. Attendees will observe how unmanned surface systems perform in realistic scenarios relevant to government, defense, research, and commercial applications such as maritime security, hydrographic survey, infrastructure inspection, environmental monitoring, and persistent ISR operations.
Participants will gain practical insight into:
- Current operational capabilities and limitations of modern USV technology
- Remote operations using vessel control stations and beyond-line-of-sight communications
- Integration of cameras, radar, AIS, sonar, and other maritime sensors
- Autonomous navigation, waypoint missions, and supervised autonomy
- Payload integration and mission-specific configurations
- Environmental and sea-state factors that influence mission success
- Human–machine interface and operator workload in real-world operations
- Logistics, launch and recovery, and sustainment considerations for deployed systems
The demonstration will be followed by a live Q&A session where attendees can ask technical questions, discuss specific mission needs, and explore how autonomous maritime systems can be integrated into existing operations.
This webinar is intended for government agencies, defense organizations, research institutions, port authorities, offshore operators, and commercial stakeholders evaluating unmanned maritime technology. Whether supporting security, survey, environmental, or multi-domain missions, this live demonstration provides a practical view of how autonomous surface systems perform outside of controlled test environments.
Speaker Bios:
Paul Williams-Moderator
Vice President of Solutions
Koniag Government Services
Paul Williams is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in Information Technology Leadership. He currently serves as the Vice President of Solutions for Koniag Government Services, where he plays a crucial role in driving innovation and delivering effective solutions to clients.
With a Master’s degree in Information Systems, Paul possesses a strong educational foundation to complement his extensive practical experience. His expertise lies in Cloud, Software Development, and DevSecOps, making him a valuable asset in today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Driven by a passion for continuous learning and professional growth, Paul holds several certifications, including Service Oriented Architecture, SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), Cloud Architect, ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), and Security+.
Paul has a notable track record in implementing METOC (Meteorological and Oceanographic) systems, with over 6 years of experience developing METOC systems for NAVOCEANO and CNMOC. His deep understanding of METOC systems and their applications has allowed him to successfully deliver advanced solutions to clients.
James Fisher
Senior Technical Sales Manager
Maritime Robotics
James Fisher is a Marine Corps veteran and senior leader in unmanned and autonomous systems with extensive experience across defense, maritime, and dual-use technology sectors. He currently serves as Vice President at The Tech Vets Inc., where he supports the growth of America’s dual-use technology ecosystem by connecting founders, investors, and government partners.
In parallel, James is a Senior Technical Sales Manager and Business Development Lead at Maritime Robotics AS, supporting global adoption of advanced unmanned surface vehicle capabilities, and the CEO of Elisabeth James Enterprises, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business providing engineering, integration, and program support to the U.S. Government. His prior roles include senior program and engineering leadership positions at Raven Defense, MARTAC, and L3Harris, supporting high-stakes maritime, hypersonic, and subsea programs.
Maritime Robotics Demo Subject Matter Experts:
Sebastian Minfjord
Service Manager
Sigurd Vigrestad
Director Service and Aftermarket
Christopher Baker
Business Development Manager
Eirik Moholt
Product Manager-Mariner Class USV
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