Thales Group

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Timeline

  1. Prototype Testing

    First ground-to-space laser link tests scheduled using existing satellite assets.

  2. Ground Station Site Selection

    Identification of optimal locations for Optical Ground Stations in Cyprus and Greece.

  3. R&D Phase Commencement

    Initial research and development for laser communication terminals (LCTs) begins under Thales leadership.

  4. Partnership Announcement

    France, Cyprus, and Greece officially announce the tripartite satellite optical communications agreement.

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France, Cyprus, and Greece Forge Strategic Alliance for Satellite Laser Comms

France, Cyprus, and Greece have entered a tripartite partnership to pioneer next-generation satellite optical communication technologies, with Thales Group serving as a primary industrial lead. This collaboration aims to enhance European sovereign capabilities in secure, high-bandwidth data transmission for both civil and defense applications.

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