Thales and Metlen Partner for Greek Defense Space Program

Thales Alenia Space, Thales Hellas, and Metlen signed a cooperation agreement to prepare for the Greek defense space telecommunications program. The partnership aims to establish an integrated defense space telecommunications system to enhance Greece's security, sovereignty, and strategic autonomy in the space sector.

Under the agreement, Thales Alenia Space will provide the ground infrastructure and a jam-resistant telecommunications platform. Metlen will contribute industrial capabilities through its M Technologies division, with the potential to integrate its gallium production into the supply chains for satellites intended for international clients.

The collaboration emphasizes technology transfer and skills development to expand the domestic industrial ecosystem in Greece. The partners intend to build a reliable infrastructure capable of supporting secure military communications while fostering local technical expertise.