# Thales Group

Type: Company (HO.PA)

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## Timeline

- **2028-Q1**: Prototype Testing — First ground-to-space laser link tests scheduled using existing satellite assets.
- **2027**: Ground Station Site Selection — Identification of optimal locations for Optical Ground Stations in Cyprus and Greece.
- **2026-Q4**: R&D Phase Commencement — Initial research and development for laser communication terminals (LCTs) begins under Thales leadership.
- **2026-02-27**: Partnership Announcement — France, Cyprus, and Greece officially announce the tripartite satellite optical communications agreement.

## Recent coverage (2 stories)

### Thales Secures Radio Management Contract for European PC-7 Training Fleet
2026-03-17 00:52:14 · Sentiment: Bullish · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

Thales Group has been selected by Pilatus to integrate its advanced Radio Management System into the PC-7 military trainer fleet operating in Europe. This modernization effort aims to enhance communication efficiency and interoperability for pilot training programs across the continent.
Full story: https://getspacebrief.com/story/thales-pilatus-pc7-radio-management-contract

### France, Cyprus, and Greece Forge Strategic Alliance for Satellite Laser Comms
2026-02-27 01:20:58 · Sentiment: Bullish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

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.
Full story: https://getspacebrief.com/story/france-cyprus-greece-satellite-optical-communications-thales

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