Velter Cockleshell – Maritime Sanctions Enforcer​

The Velter Cockleshell is an advanced autonomous subsea system designed to identify, track, and neutralise oil tankers and cargo vessels engaged in sanction-busting activities. Equipped with next-generation Velter AI and advanced maritime surveillance sensors, it can operate independently or in coordinated swarms across global shipping lanes.

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Upon detecting a targeted vessel—such as an oil tanker or arms-carrying cargo ship in violation of international sanctions—the Velter Cockleshell engages a precision disabling strike on the ship’s rudder, propellers, and propulsion systems. This non-lethal interdiction prevents the vessel from continuing its journey, forcing it into port for inspection or impoundment.

By targeting the operational viability of sanction-busting ships rather than causing catastrophic damage, Velter Cockleshell disrupts illegal maritime trade at its financial core—making it unprofitable for shipping companies to engage in illicit activity.

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The system’s dual-use capabilities also allow deployment for allied naval protection, commercial shipping defence, and environmental monitoring during peacetime. With sustainable power options under development, Velter Cockleshell is built for continuous global deployment, making it a game-changing tool in maritime security and international law enforcement.

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Precision. Persistence. Power.

• Sanctions Enforcement at Sea – Directly supports international security and compliance.

• Non-Lethal Disruption – Damages mobility, not crews or cargo.

• AI-Driven Target Identification – Ensures accuracy and minimises false engagements.

• Continuous Global Patrol – Powered for long-duration autonomous operations.

• Deterrence Effect – Raises the cost of sanction-busting, reducing violations.

The Velter Cockleshell represents a new class of subsea enforcement asset—one that operates 24/7, in any ocean, as part of a global network protecting maritime law and economic stability.