What Happened
Irish Defence Forces Strengthen Airspace Sovereignty with Thales Technology
The Irish Department of Defence has signed an agreement with the French Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA) for the delivery of Thales’ Ground Master 400 Alpha and Ground Master 200 Multi-Mission All-in-one radars. These advanced radar systems will contribute to maintaining Irish airspace sovereignty, with the first deliveries scheduled for 2027. The agreement highlights the strong European cooperation in defence and Thales’ ability to deliver cutting-edge air surveillance capabilities. This development was first reported by EDR Magazine.