Thales to acquire RTX’s stake in air and missile defence joint venture TRS AMDC2

TRS AMDC2 has been a key player in the development of NATO’s Air Command and Control System (ACCS) for more than two decades. The system serves NATO nations and its command structure, playing a critical role in coordinating air and missile defence operations.

Thales stated that “employee representative organisations will be consulted” regarding the proposed acquisition. The transaction is expected to be completed by the end of 2025, subject to antitrust approval and the necessary regulatory clearances.

Thales, listed on Euronext Paris under the ticker HO, is a global leader in advanced Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital technologies. In 2024, the company reported sales of €20.6 billion and employed over 83,000 people across 68 countries.

The Group invests over €4 billion annually in Research & Development, focusing on critical fields such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum, and cloud technologies. Its broad portfolio is aimed at meeting major global challenges, including sovereignty, security, sustainability, and inclusion.