WB Group unveils multi-domain unmanned revolution

Polish defense technology leader WB Group is set to showcase groundbreaking unmanned systems at the upcoming MSPO defence exhibition. Known for its battlefield-proven FlyEye reconnaissance drones and Warmate loitering munitions, the company now expands into both land and maritime domains, announcing what it calls a “multi-domain unmanned revolution.”

Kamil Kusier executive editor 20.08.2025, 21:11 Reading time: 2 min

Black unmanned surface vessel speeds across the sea near two flying drones — fot. WB Group

In brief

WB Group has announced the premiere of unmanned land and maritime systems at the International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce. The central element of the WB Electronics offer is the Future Task Force concept, a platoon of a command vehicle and hybrid-powered accompanying vehicles with the ZMU-05 turret, scatterable mine launchers and Warmate drones. In the maritime domain, unmanned surface vessels for the Polish Navy, Special Forces and formations protecting critical infrastructure will make their debut. Jarosław Czajka, director for unmanned systems, pointed out that WB Group technology makes it possible to manage mixed unmanned and manned formations.

Hybrid land units for the future battlefield

At the core of WB’s new offering is the “Future Task Force” concept – a hybrid manned-unmanned platoon designed for flexibility on the modern battlefield. The system includes a command vehicle and several modular effectors, capable of operating with a crew or fully unmanned.

Equipped with hybrid propulsion and a silent mode enabling up to seven days of concealed operation, the vehicles can be configured for reconnaissance, logistics, medevac, or combat roles. Armament options include the ZMU-05 remote weapon station, minelaying launchers, or integrated Warmate loitering munitions.

Expanding into the maritime domain

The real innovation, however, lies at sea. WB Group will present two types of unmanned surface vessels (USVs) tailored for the Polish Navy, Special Forces, Coast Guard, and other maritime security agencies.

Like their land-based counterparts, the USVs can be fitted with the ZMU-05 weapon station or Warmate launchers, supporting missions from patrol and reconnaissance to base protection and littoral defense.

Independent communications backbone

WB highlights its core strength in independent, nationally developed communications systems. These secure networks can link mixed manned-unmanned formations via signal-relay drones or fiber-optic connections, ensuring resilience and autonomy on the battlefield.

Combat-proven heritage

As one of Poland’s largest private defense companies, WB Group already supplies the Armed Forces with the TOPAZ artillery command system, communications suites for Rosomak APCs, and multiple unmanned platforms. Its drones and loitering munitions are extensively used by Ukraine in its defense against Russia, providing invaluable operational feedback.

A stage for transformation

With MSPO being Central Europe’s largest defense industry fair, WB’s unveiling of hybrid land systems and unmanned surface vessels marks a bold step towards integrated, multi-domain unmanned warfare – positioning the company at the forefront of Europe’s defense innovation.

Source: Gazeta Morska · Compiled by: Kamil Kusier