Tocaro Blue and Furuno USA have recently announced a collaboration to advance next-generation radar perception technologies for Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs) and maritime autonomy systems.
As the maritime sector continues to adopt automation and AI-enabled decision-making, radar is becoming an increasingly valuable data source for machine learning and situational awareness. The partnership combines Tocaro Blue’s ProteusCore™ radar perception software with Furuno’s proven marine radar technology to deliver reliable, machine-readable data for modern autonomous systems.
ProteusCore™ is designed to process radar returns with the precision and consistency required for autonomous vessel operations. Combined with Furuno’s high-quality radar data, Tocaro Blue’s AI-driven software enhances object recognition and situational awareness for both crewed and uncrewed maritime applications.
John Minor, CEO of Tocaro Blue, commented, “Furuno’s exceptional radar data is what modern perception systems need. When coupled with the AI/ML processing in ProteusCore™, radar returns are transformed into accurate classification and tracking data. This sensor and software combination delivers performance autonomy stacks that can be relied on in demanding conditions.”
Furuno’s radar sensors provide strong target separation, flexible configuration options and minimal preprocessing requirements, producing clean data that supports advanced perception capabilities. These features allow Tocaro Blue’s software to maintain reliable autofocus adjustments while improving machine-learning-based detection and classification performance in challenging marine environments.
Matt Wood, National Sales Manager for Furuno USA, added, “Radar is no longer just a display for operators; it’s a core sensor for intelligent systems. We’re proud to support innovators like Tocaro Blue who are building the future of maritime autonomy using trusted, real-world sensor technology.”
Furuno offers a broad radar portfolio ranging from compact systems for smaller vessels to advanced X-band and S-band solutions for larger ships, supporting scalability across a range of maritime applications. The systems are designed for reliable operation in demanding real-world conditions.
The collaboration underscores Tocaro Blue’s continued focus on advancing intelligent perception technologies that support the future of AI-driven maritime autonomy.
