Defense & Security

TOP Engineering Group UAV Thailand

“On board of vessels we absolutely need certain capabilities to operate safe and secure missions. For example the small footprint for storage and operations, the protection against rain, salt and high interference levels, the antenna with stabilisation and of course the long range capabilities to fly BVLOS missions.”

Kornnarong Tungfung

Managing Director / Owner TOP Engineering Group UAV, Thailand

Executive Snapshot

Customer: TOP Engineering Group UAV
Mission: Naval and coast guard ISR operations
Challenge: Deploying long-range unmanned aviation capability from vessels in demanding maritime environments
Solution: HEF 32 with maritime protection and BVLOS capability

Results

Compact shipborne UAV operations
Long-range ISR capability from naval platforms
Protection against rain, salt and electromagnetic interference
Flexible deployment for maritime security and monitoring missions

Extending maritime situational awareness

Navies and coast guards operate across large maritime areas where persistent information is critical.

TOP Engineering Group selected the HEF 32 to provide long-range unmanned ISR capability for maritime missions across Asia.

With its compact footprint and ship-focused design, Airboxer enables operators to add aerial capability without requiring the infrastructure of traditional aviation assets.

The challenge: operating UAVs from vessels

Deploying unmanned aircraft at sea introduces unique challenges.

Limited deck space, harsh weather, salt exposure and high levels of electromagnetic interference require a platform specifically designed for maritime environments.

For naval and coast guard missions, operators need a system that combines endurance, reliability and safe integration with existing vessel systems.

The solution: HEF 32 for shipborne ISR missions

TOP Engineering Group selected the HEF 32 because of its ability to support long-range maritime operations from compact vessels.

The system provides operators with the flexibility to perform BVLOS missions while maintaining a small operational footprint for storage and deployment.

Mission applications include:

Maritime ISR operations
Search and rescue (SAR)
Oil spill detection
Offshore infrastructure inspection
Wildlife monitoring

Built to survive the sea

The HEF 32 was developed with maritime operations as a core design requirement.

Corrosion-resistant materials and protective coatings enable long-term use in saltwater environments, while IP67 protection supports operations in challenging weather conditions.

High-grade EMI protection allows operation alongside tactical vessel systems, including radar equipment. Different antenna configurations can also be integrated to support BVLOS missions without interfering with the vessel’s RF environment.