Historic test marks Europe’s most significant advance in autonomous deep strike capability in over a decade
Oxfordshire, UK — 31 March 2026 — MGI Engineering Ltd (MGI) today announced the successful first flights of its TigerShark uncrewed deep strike platform. The milestone marks the first time Europe has successfully tested a new system of this range in over a decade, capable of reaching speeds of 750 km/h, operating effectively in GNSS-denied environments, carrying a 300 kg payload, and striking targets at ranges exceeding 1,000 km.
The TigerShark platform has been engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern high-intensity operations, combining MGI’s expertise in rapid prototyping and advanced systems engineering with Auterion’s industry-leading open software ecosystem.
Developed in close strategic partnership with Auterion, the TigerShark integrates an open, software-defined architecture that enables faster deployment cycles, continuous capability upgrades, and seamless interoperability across a wide range of mission profiles.
Mike Gascoyne, CEO of MGI Engineering, commented:
“The successful launch of TigerShark is a defining moment for MGI. This platform exemplifies our approach to engineering excellence—rapid, agile, and mission-focused. Partnering with Auterion has allowed us to integrate world-class autonomous capabilities into a system designed from the ground up for flexibility and future growth. Together, we are delivering a solution that meets today’s needs while anticipating tomorrow’s challenges.
James East, UK General Manager at Auterion, added:
“TigerShark marks a breakthrough moment for the development of European autonomous systems. By combining MGI’s innovative platform design with Auterion’s open and secure software stack, we are enabling a new class of autonomous systems that can evolve at the pace of software. This partnership highlights how collaboration can drive meaningful advancements in capability, speed, and interoperability for end users.”
The TigerShark platform is designed to support a wide range of applications, from defence and security operations to complex autonomous missions, with a strong emphasis on adaptability and ease of integration. Its open systems approach ensures compatibility with third-party payloads, sensors, and software, providing operators with unprecedented flexibility and control.
This launch marks the beginning of a broader roadmap for continued collaboration between MGI and Auterion, focused on expanding autonomous capabilities and delivering operational advantage through innovation.
About MGI Engineering Ltd
MGI Engineering is a UK-based engineering firm specializing in rapid product development, advanced mobility solutions, and high-performance systems engineering across aerospace, defence, and automotive sectors.
About Auterion
Auterion is a leading provider of open software-defined solutions for uncrewed systems, enabling scalable, interoperable, and secure autonomy across air, land, and sea domains.
