Collaborative Naval Combat

A global approach based on the interconnection of platforms, sensors, weapons, and information systems.

Collaborative combat
Defence
Naval

To enable real-time coordination in contested environments, Thales provides Naval Forces with secure, interoperable, and resilient systems for data sharing, autonomy, and faster decision-making.

OUR STRENGTHS FOR COLLABORATIVE NAVAL COMBAT

Advanced Multi-Domain Sensors

Thales designs and produces a comprehensive range of radars, sonars, electronic warfare systems, and optronic sensors, for surface, subsurface, and aerial detection.
These sensors enable secure and real-time sharing of a Recognized Maritime Picture (RMP).
Secure Communications Solutions

Thales offers robust, encrypted, and resilient communications networks (including satellite communications, Tactical Data Links, and radios) that provide the essential infrastructure for collaborative combat. This enables instantaneous sharing of tactical data between vessels, aircraft, and unmanned systems.
Data Fusion and Artificial Intelligence

Thales develops advanced data fusion algorithms to build a global operational picture.
AI and automation help process large data volumes for faster and more reliable decision-making.
Integrated Combat Management Systems (CMS)

Thales develops advanced command and control systems that ensure optimal coordination of forces, fast mission planning, dynamic task allocation, and a high level of automation in responding to threats.
Open, Scalable, and Interoperable Systems

Thales secure solutions are based on modular, open architectures, enabling easy integration with existing or future equipment, as well as with allied platforms in joint operations.
Innovation in Autonomous and Swarm Systems

Thales develops integrated systems involving naval, aerial, and underwater drones, collaborating with manned units. These systems extend the reach and agility of naval operations.

Thales at the Core of Connected Naval Operations

With a unique portfolio of advanced sensors, secure communications, intelligent command and control, and deep expertise in integrating complex systems, Thales plays a central role in collaborative naval combat: we deliver key advantages such as responsiveness, interoperability, and information superiority.

PROVEN EXPERTISE FOR COLLABORATIVE NAVAL COMBAT

Thales’s Combat Management Systems, like TACTICOS, boost operational efficiency and real-time coordination. Designed with cybersecurity at their core, they ensure seamless communication across platforms and adaptability to shifting mission demands—delivering the tactical edge needed for collaborative combat success.

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Our sensors are now inherently engineered to work seamlessly together, both on a single platform and across multiple assets, enhancing capabilities in detection, tracking, and identification.

Thales also developed a new Naval Collaborative Surveillance capability enabling interallied ships to operate as a single unit for surveillance, and ultimately for engagement.

With decades of expertise and a strong track record of innovation, Thales delivers advanced communications systems tailored to the critical needs of naval operations. Featuring robust cyber protection, high-performance radio, and SatCom, Naval DRAKON enables secure, multi-platform connectivity in complex environments.

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With SurfSAT SatCom terminals, Thales provides secure, resilient and high-availability communications. Thales’s integrated offering, multi-frequency and multi-orbit data flows provide secure connectivity, increasing the pace of collaborative combat at joint/coalition level.

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Electronic spectrum mastery is key to naval collaborative combat. Thales offers an integrated Electronic Warfare suite to detect, identify, track, and alert on threats, ensuring shared situational awareness and effective deployment of EW countermeasures like jammers and decoys across naval forces.

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In the air, at sea and underwater, Thales supports naval collaborative combat through its full-spectrum drone solutions—from sensors and connectivity to mission systems. With AI, we accelerate decision-making and enable smarter, more autonomous operations to enhance coordination and mission success.

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SPOTLIGHT ON NAVAL COLLABORATIVE COMBAT

Collaborative combat
Connectivity
Defence

Thales's Naval DRAKON solution enhances interoperability and secure connectivity for naval forces

Thales has developed Naval DRAKON, a cybersecure, interoperable connectivity solution for deployed forces by tying together multiple communications systems (military and commercial SatComs, VLF/LF, HF, V/UHF, etc.).