Finnish defense manufacturer Patria successfully operated a Patria AMV armored vehicle located in the Parola military testing area in Finland from a control desk in Tokyo. The test spanned a distance of more than 7,800 kilometers, according to company announcements.
Cross-Continental Command From Tokyo
Held on August 25–26, the demonstration was hosted by the Embassy of Finland in Japan.
High-Level Interest and Local Partnership
“The demonstrations were a great success, drawing a large number of attendees from the Japan Ministry of Defence and defence-related companies,” Janne Räkköläinen, Patria’s Vice President, Market Area World, said in a press release.”
“This event reflects the strong interest in Patria’s remote driving capabilities in Japan and internationally, as well as the confidence placed in our local partner, the Japan Steel Works.”
Advanced Systems Powering Remote Operation
Remote operation requires a reliable understanding of the vehicle, its surroundings, and the wider operating environment.
Additional technologies from Nokia, SAVOX, and Basemark supported communications and visual awareness during the cross-continental test.
Toward Unmanned Logistics and Autonomy
By utilizing robust data connections, sophisticated situational awareness, and a contemporary armored vehicle platform featuring cutting-edge drive-by-wire technology, the event highlighted secure remote control over vast distances.
The firm stated that this very same operational framework can facilitate upcoming use cases like automated route navigation, convoy tasks, and driverless supply transport.
Building Next-Generation Defense Technologies
For multiple years, Patria has worked on creating remotely controlled and unmanned systems spanning various operational sectors, and it persists in driving forward cutting-edge innovations such as AI-powered capabilities.
