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Thales Boosts Drone Defense Amid Rising Security Concerns

10/8/2025

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Thales Belgium reports increased drone activity over its facilities, prompting discussions on response measures.
Recent drone flights over North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members raise security concerns and highlight supply-chain vulnerabilities.
Thales ramps up 70mm rocket production, adding an anti-drone warhead to meet Ukraine demand.
The FZ123 warhead disperses steel pellets to target drones, offering a cost-effective alternative to missiles.

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Thales Belgium reports increased drone activity over its facilities, prompting discussions on response measures.
Recent drone flights over North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members raise security concerns and highlight supply-chain vulnerabilities.
Thales ramps up 70mm rocket production, adding an anti-drone warhead to meet Ukraine demand.
The FZ123 warhead disperses steel pellets to target drones, offering a cost-effective alternative to missiles.