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Airbus Defence and Space and Thales Alenia Space have been awarded a contract to build a replacement military communications satellite for Spain. The project is part of a broader space joint venture that also includes Leonardo. The new satellite will provide critical communications capabilities for Spain's military.

The Dutch Ministry of Defence has commissioned Dutch Naval Design to develop a 12-meter uncrewed surface vessel for anti-submarine warfare. The USV will be equipped with Thales FLASH dipping sonar. The vessel is intended for use with the new ASW frigates.

Thales has signed a tender offer deal to acquire Exail, a drone manufacturer. The move is expected to expand Thales' capabilities in the drone market. The terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Thales Alenia Space has been contracted to build Italy's newest hyperspectral satellite, which will have triple the resolution of its predecessors. The satellite is part of Italy's PRISMA second-generation hyperspectral mission. Airbus has also been tapped for a Spanish military replacement satellite, indicating a growing demand for advanced satellite technology in the European military sector.

The French Army's vehicles and radios will be equipped with electronic warfare protection using the Galileo Satellite Service, provided by Thales. This integration aims to enhance the army's communication security. The solution is developed in partnership with Eviden.

Romania has ordered 12 Thales GM200 MM/A radars from France, according to a report. The radars will be used for military purposes. The order is a significant development in Romania's military modernization efforts.

Thales and Destinus have signed a strategic cooperation agreement to work together on counter-UAS systems, long-range strike, and ground-based air interception. The partnership aims to enhance NATO's air defence capabilities. This collaboration will focus on developing and producing advanced systems for air defence and counter-drone interceptors.

The NATO Communications and Information Agency has chosen a consortium led by Thales to provide powerful deployable systems for military communication. This selection aims to enhance communication capabilities for critical operations. The consortium will work to deliver advanced communication solutions to support NATO's military forces.

European defence firms have formed the Bliksem EXO consortium to develop a sovereign upper-layer interceptor for NATO-compatible missile defence. The consortium aims to defeat ballistic threats, including Russia's intermediate-range Oreshnik missile. A test of the exo-atmospheric interceptor is planned for 2027.

Thales will upgrade Mongolia's air traffic management systems. The upgrade aims to improve air traffic control and management in the country.

The UK Ministry of Defence is racing to acquire and field a new uncrewed surveillance platform to replace the Thales Watchkeeper WK450, which is set to be retired in March. A replacement has yet to be chosen, but the goal is to have a new system in place by 2027. The budget for the replacement is still being determined.

Thales has announced a $4.5 billion deal to acquire Exail, a French underwater-drone maker, in a move to consolidate its position in the growing market for unmanned underwater naval equipment. The acquisition aims to create an autonomous underwater warfare powerhouse. Thales is expanding its presence in the fast-growing sea drone warfare market with this deal.

The NATO Communications and Information Agency has chosen a consortium of Thales and Leonardo to deliver a communication system for NATO Special Forces. This selection is expected to enhance the communication capabilities of NATO's special operations forces. The consortium will provide a tailored communication solution to meet the specific needs of NATO Special Forces.

Serbia has modernized its MiG-29SM fighter jets with new weapons and systems. The upgrade includes Russian and Chinese weapons, as well as a French Thales IFF system. This upgrade enhances the capabilities of Serbia's air force.