Indian Navy and BEL Develop Advanced Autonomous Navigation Software A2NCS
DEFENSE
The Indian Navy, in collaboration with Bharat Electronics Limited, has developed the Advanced Autonomous Navigation & Control Software (A2NCS) for unmanned surface vessels, enhancing autonomous operations such as waypoint navigation and obstacle avoidance. Certified by the Indian Register of Shipping, A2NCS is now being deployed for mine countermeasure operations, supporting India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative and strengthening naval capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region.

Jan 20, 2026, 6:18 AM