Qatar

Thales has been a trusted partner of the State of Qatar for over 40 years, providing technologically advanced solutions for the Defence, Public Security, Civil Aviation, Space, Enterprise and Cybersecurity markets. Thales supports the local economy and the country’s sovereignty through digital technologies in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030.

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Key figures

40+
years of presence
50+
employees
1
site

Local Partnerships

Thales contributes to the expansion of the local industrial and technological ecosystem, leveraging knowledge transfer to advancing Qatari industries and fostering local talent. 

Thales maintains a close and strategic relationship with Barzan Holdings and other national champions, advancing local capabilities aligned with the Qatar National Vision 2030 for a modern, sustainable society. 

 

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Solutions

Thales in Qatar operates across key sectors including Defence, Civil Aviation, Enterprise and Cybersecurity.

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Defence

Thales supports the Qatar Armed Forces with the latest defence solutions, from airborne or unmanned aerial systems to naval equipment. Thales supplies systems for transmitting and receiving communications via satellite, in addition to the ground equipment needed to process the data. 
For the Navy, Thales provides electronic systems including radars and communications, combat management systems and electronic warfare solutions. 

Civil Aviation

Qatar Airways has partnered with Thales as its Inflight Entertainment (IFE) provider to equip their aircrafts and its new A321NX fleet with the FlytEDGE IFE system. In addition, this agreement covers the opportunities for development of a dedicated IFE service and maintenance centre based in Doha, Qatar. 
 

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Cyber & Digital

Thales provides various services and solutions to the market in Qatar, including chips for National eID cards and a Digital ID Management platform for secure access to eGovernment services. Thales also offers advanced security solutions, such as the Gemalto Assurance Hub, and partners with telecom operators like Ooredoo and Vodafone Qatar, supplying SIM cards and advanced platforms.

Sustainability Commitments

Thales is dedicated to enhancing sustainable development in Qatar through advanced technologies, in line with our purpose of "building a future we can all trust."

In addition to reducing our environmental impact, we take a proactive stance to create an inclusive and equitable workplace that embraces the diversity of all our employees, while upholding a strong ethics and integrity policy aligned with the highest international standards. 

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Latest news for Qatar

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Thales and the UAE Cyber Security Council join forces to develop a Cyber Centre of Excellence

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Bahrain Airport Company Renews Partnership with Thales to Support Smart and Secure Airport Operations

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Thales to acquire Cobham Aerospace Communications to strengthen its avionics portfolio

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Thales awarded a new maintenance contract by Keolis-MHI for the Dubai Metro

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Careers at Thales in Qatar

Thales is one big team, meaning you can work alongside colleagues from different backgrounds, learn from subject matter experts and continue to grow and develop your skills while sharing your expertise with others. 
 

You will find ample opportunities to develop your career in new positions or fields.

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Media Relations

For further enquiries, please contact a member of the Thales media relations team (journalists only).