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Thales and the French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) have signed a new partnership agreement in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI). The Thales AI research teams at the Group’s AI accelerator for mission-critical systems, will work with the CEA teams to deliver sovereign trusted AI solutions. Through this three-year renewable partnership, Thales will provide its AI expertise and deep knowledge of the defence and security sectors, while the CEA will contribute its know-how in multimodal generative AI (based on text, images, audio, electromagnetic signals, structured data and other inputs) to accelerate the integration of AI into solutions for Thales customers with critical mission requirements.

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MBDA has received a contract from Germany to manufacture and supply Brimstone 3 precision strike missiles for the Luftwaffe - German Airforce’s Eurofighter combat aircraft. A final assembly line and a service centre for Brimstone will be set up at MBDA Deutschland’s Schrobenhausen site for this purpose. “The procurement of Brimstone 3 by Germany is a decisive contribution to the harmonisation of armaments in Europe and the Bundeswehr’s ammunition stockpile. The new production line is the first of its kind outside the UK and demonstrates the value of the MBDA cooperation model in ensuring the sovereign supply of critical European defence capabilities,” said Eric Béranger, Chief Executive Officer of MBDA. Brimstone 3 is a tactical precision strike missile characterised by very high levels of combat-proven accuracy, effectiveness and reliability. Brimstone 3 enables the forces to hit stationary and fast-moving targets with pinpoint accuracy in all weathers. Brimstone is also being integrated onto unmanned aerial vehicles such as the Eurodrone and MQ-9B and is a suitable armament option for land vehicles, helicopters and heavy remote carriers. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dUWXG9WT #MBDA #Brimstone3 #missile #Germany #Luftwaffe #airforce #Eurofighter #military #armedforces #defence #industry #technology #Europe

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After two super intense days at Eurosatory 2024, I can say that the event is at its best. This year some of the major trends that I have observed include: - a renewed interest of European end-users in heavy hardware like combat vehicles or artillery systems; - more and more companies, both major defence industry players as well as new start-ups, are operating in UAV, UGV and UMS segment as well as C-UAV systems, - the international AI technological race how to utilize artificial intelligence in defense technologies has started. In the world of optics, we have seen new, more powerful yet smaller and lighter thermal imaging detectors, exciting new developments in the analog image intensification technology, and the continued trend of providing the operator ready-to-use information, rather than just raw images. And finally, what was prominent, most of the talks touched on the industry's ability to meet the growing demand for military equipment for Europe in the shortest possible time frame.

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[#TrustedIntelligenceServingtheArmedForces: Thales at #Eurosatory2024: #COMMAND] ➡ At the heart of high-intensity conflicts, command centres are a strategic link in the military value chain. They are the brains of operations in the field, that are essential for achieving informational and tactical superiority. ➡ They must be able to provide the military leader with the means to understand, decide and act more effectively and rapidly than the enemy, while reducing their kinetic and digital vulnerabilities.

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advalUP is happy to see the space sustainability in real evolution. After the signature of "Zero Debris Charter" during ILA 2024 by more 40 companies and associations, this workshop demonstrate everyone from main space countries the situation and rapid need to put inplace known solution. The space rules are changing and the new LOS from CNES will give a very good guideline for space operators and manufacturers. advalUP is convainced the HPS High Performance Space Structure Systems GmbH ADEO deorbit subsystem is the best solution, as developped under ESA/ESTEC contract and fully flight proven. ADEO product family can answer to your satellite need from cubesat to biggest one.

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🚀 The first Ariane 6 rocket has successfully launched on its maiden voyage to space, marking a pivotal moment for European space cooperation. With this fully European access to space, we have regained our autonomy for missions ranging from the nearest orbits to the farthest reaches of the universe. Ariane 6, a more versatile and cost-effective rocket, stands as a testament to Europe’s resilience and innovation in the face of controversy. This achievement is a celebration of Europe’s prowess and the triumph of international space collaboration, ensuring sovereign access to space for a strong and forward-thinking Europe. With over 60 years of space collaboration, Europe reaffirms its technological leadership, continuing the legacy of the Ariane rockets. Ariane 5, our most reliable and competitive launcher, has set the stage, and Ariane 6 will carry forward this tradition under the leadership of ArianeGroup, a joint venture with Airbus and Safran. At HCLSoftware we are proud to help and support these 3 major organization. Space is an essential extension of our planet, impacting our daily lives. Securing independent and reliable access to space is crucial for Europe, free from reliance on other nations' capabilities and priorities. Europe is back in the game! European Space Agency - ESA https://lnkd.in/grSgBPwp 🌍🚀

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The Spatial Merger of Thales and Airbus, Which Could Have Repercussions on Iris2, and the Role of Leonardo A wind of change is blowing through the European space sector. The merger of Thales and Airbus’s extra-atmospheric activities could redefine the market balance, with significant repercussions on Iris², the European response to Starlink. But what does all this entail? 📉 Crisis and Restructuring In recent months, Airbus and Thales have faced a crisis in the satellite sector. Airbus set aside €900 million for space programs with negative impacts on profits, while Thales Alenia Space had to relocate 1,300 employees. Conversely, Thales Alenia Space Italia is enjoying robust growth, thanks in particular to contracts with ESA, NASA, and PNRR funds for the new Iride constellation. This situation could lead to rebalances and new strategic arrangements. 🔄 Objective: Critical Mass The idea behind the merger is to create a critical mass to be more competitive in the global market. This means combining the forces of Airbus Defence and Space and Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture of Thales and Leonardo, to better face competition, especially from the United States. 📊 Risks and Opportunities Participation in Iris², an innovative infrastructure for satellite connectivity, entails significant risks. The estimated cost is €6 billion, of which €2.4 billion is covered by the European Union. Airbus and Thales see an excessively high business risk and propose to withdraw from the SpaceRISE consortium while continuing to contribute as suppliers. 🛰️ Iris²: European Autonomy Iris² represents one of the EU’s largest investments in space. The multi-orbit constellation will need to ensure connectivity autonomy in any event for European institutions and citizens. 💬 Conclusion The future of European space is at a crossroads. The merger between Thales and Airbus could strengthen Europe’s position in the global market, but the challenges are numerous. As Roberto Cingolani said, “The competition is worldwide, and as Europeans, we must support each other.” The next moves will be crucial for the future of European space. Read the article by Emilio Cozzi: https://lnkd.in/d_afYeim #SpaceEconomyMaster #SpaceEconomy #NewSpace #NewSpaceEconomy #SpaceEconomyInstitute #Space

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[#TrustedIntelligenceServingtheArmedForces: #COMMAND] ⏩ The #Command zone of Thales’ stand at #Eurosatory2024 illustrates the crucial role #commandposts play in military operations in a context of high-intensity conflict. ⏩ The command post acts like the ‘brain’ ? of field operations, enabling the commander to #understand, #decide and #act more effectively and rapidly than the enemy, creating “battlefield transparency” thanks to #data gathered from the vmultitude of #sensors on the theatre of operations.

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[This was Thales@Eurosatory2024: #TrustedIntelligenceServingtheArmedForces !] During these last 5 days at #Eurosatory 2024, you have been able to witness how Thales systems, equipment, and tools can help you achieve operational superiority. Our solutions are built on three types of #intelligence: human, artificial and systems intelligence: While we prioritise human control in critical decision-making, we leverage the power of #AI.

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