French defense industry company Thales, in collaboration with the French Ministry of the Armed Forces and the Ukrainian Ministry of Strategic Industries, has signed three pivotal agreements with Ukrainian industry at Eurosatory fair that is taking place in Paris.
These agreements are geared towards enhancing front-line support for the Ukrainian Armed Forces and bolstering local defense capabilities.
The scope of cooperation covers crucial domains such as Electronic Warfare, Tactical Communications, Air Defense Systems including radars, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems. These initiatives underscore Thales' commitment to reinforcing operational effectiveness and resilience in Ukraine's defense infrastructure.
Pascale Sourisse, Senior Executive Vice President at International Development of Thales said the company is a “long-standing partner to the Ukrainian forces, collaborating for more than 10 years, first in electronic warfare and then expanding to a broad range of programs.”
The agreements mark a significant step forward in strategic partnerships aimed at advancing Ukraine's defense capabilities amidst evolving security challenges.
“In the short term, these agreements further solidify Thales’s support of ensuring force readiness for Ukraine. Moving forward, they also demonstrate our commitment, through collaboration with leading Ukrainian players and suppliers, to establish a longer-term foothold in Ukraine and bolster the country’s local defense industry,” he said.
