Thales Group

Thales Group has successfully demonstrated a world-first innovation in quantum-safe security for 5G networks, enhancing its leadership in post-quantum cryptography and potentially boosting its market position in cybersecurity and telecommunications.

Thales Group published the 2026 Data Threat Report, highlighting the growing cybersecurity risks associated with AI adoption. This positions Thales Group as a thought leader in the cybersecurity space and could drive demand for its security products and services.

Thales Group is involved in the event through the provision of associated radios for the SICS training platforms, indicating its role as a supplier in defense technology.

Ankur Kanaglekar, Vice-President of Thales Group's India operations, welcomed India's defense budget, noting its commitment to modernizing the armed forces and strengthening industrial capabilities. The customs duty exemptions are seen as beneficial for the defense aerospace industry, in which Thales Group operates.

Thales Group, through its Belfast factory, manufactures the Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMMs) that are part of the UK's £390 million defence deal with Ukraine. This deal contributes to the company's defence sector operations.