Zero USV, UK-based developer of USVs, names Leeway Marine as its first international franchisee for the Oceanus12 charter fleet in North America. Oceanus12 is a fully autonomous next-generation USV with hybrid-electric propulsion, Marine AI autonomy, and designed to be multi-role. This partnership accelerates ZeroUSV’s capability to meet the surging demand for high-endurance, over-the-horizon autonomous vessel deployment, from Hydrography and Bathymetry survey work, to defence and border control.
This partnership responds to the growing demand for high-endurance, over-the-horizon USV operations, including applications in hydrography, defence, border security, and environmental monitoring. By working with Leeway Marine, a trusted name in the Canadian maritime sector, Zero USV can deliver Autonomous Vessel solutions with local expertise, ensuring seamless integration and operational effectiveness.
Zero USV's first charter fleet vessel arrived on-site at its' homeport of Turnchapel Wharf in March 2025 ahead of testing and commissioning before deployment.
"To have Leeway Marine as our first global franchisee is a huge milestone for both companies and Leeway’s strong track record in the Canadian maritime sector makes it the ideal partner to champion Oceanus12 in North America."
- Matthew Ratsey, Zero USV Founder
“Becoming Zero USV’s first global franchisee underscores our commitment to delivering the most advanced uncrewed capabilities. We see enormous potential for Oceanus12 - from defense and security tasks to environmental surveys and infrastructure monitoring
- Jamie Sangster, CEO LeeWay Group
The Oceanus12
The Oceanus12 is a next-generation uncrewed surface vessel, designed from the keel up for extended, high endurance, fully autonomous missions. Zero USV’s commitment to ‘turnkey’ solutions is backed by it also providing its own Remote Observation Centre (ROC), ensuring seamless integration and allowing customers to simply “charter and go”.
Manor Marine, Weymouth
The Oceanus12 fleet are built in Manor Marine, Weymouth before commissioning and testing at their homeport of Turnchapel Wharf, Plymouth