Eurosatory 2026: Thales and Mesko sign a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen industrial cooperation on 70mm rocket systems in Poland

• This strategic partnership designates Mesko as Thales’ main interface in Poland for 70mm rockets.
• The industrial cooperation covers a significant transfer of activities, including the assembly of rocket motors and the production of major components by PGZ subsidiaries.
• This collaboration reinforces Poland’s domestic defence manufacturing capabilities and consolidates Thales in Belgium’s leading position in Europe in the 70mm rocket systems market.
• This partnership is fully aligned with the ramp-up of activities related to 70 mm rockets.

This industrial cooperation will include the implementation of a major transfer of high value-added activities to Poland, including the assembly of rocket engines and the production of critical components by PGZ subsidiaries. This initiative is part of a strategic objective to consolidate industrial autonomy and strengthen the sovereign capacity of Poland in the defence sector.

Thales in Belgium and Mesko are committed to proactively exploring opportunities for joint development in the fields of effectors and advanced propulsion systems. This collaborative effort will ensure European resilience in the manufacture of 70 mm ammunition for various platforms and consolidate Thales in Belgium’s leading position in the European market of 70 mm rocket systems. The 70mm Laser-Guided Rocket has become a game-changing capability in current conflicts, notably due to its effectiveness in countering drone threats from multiple platforms.

By mobilising the industrial know-how of Mesko as well as the expertise of Thales in Belgium in guidance and navigation technologies, this partnership will generate innovative solutions with high added value, capable of expanding the field of applications and maximising the operational performance of 70 mm rocket systems in Poland.

This collaborative approach, based on technology transfer and the sharing of skills, promotes the establishment of strong and integrated value chains at European level It enables an acceleration in the development of advanced defence solutions, ensures a high level of quality and security, and better anticipates the operational needs of customers both in Poland and throughout Europe.

About Mesko

Mesko is a prominent Polish defense manufacturer and a vital part of the PGZ Group. It specializes in the production of precision-guided munitions, including rocket systems, and plays a key role in advancing Poland’s defense industry.

About Thales

Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services helps address several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion.

The Group allocates €4.5 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Quantum and Cloud technologies. Thales has more than 85,000 employees in 65 countries. In 2025, the Group generated sales of €22.1 billion.

About Thales in Belgium

Thales Belgium, a 100% affiliate of the French multinational Thales Group, is a recognized leader in missile and rocket systems design, manufacture, and integration. Its expertise in guidance and navigation systems underpins some of the most advanced 70mm rocket solutions in Europe.

Thales Belgium has been present for more than 50 years to serve its customers in and from Belgium on three main domains: Defence & Security, Aerospace and Digital Identity. Its team develops and produces solutions contributing in making the world safer and more inclusive.Thales Belgium counts more than 1400 employees in 12 sites.

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