Company highlights AI, uncrewed systems and defence expertise for Apache wingman drone programme
Thales has positioned itself to support the UK’s Project NYX Apache wingman drone programme, highlighting its expertise in autonomous defence technologies, trusted artificial intelligence (AI) and uncrewed systems as the programme moves through the procurement phase.
Drawing on decades of experience in delivering complex defence programmes, Thales is positioning itself to provide a low-risk, mission-ready solution that aligns with the UK’s future autonomous capability requirements.
Thales has invested in developing secure, mission-assured autonomous capabilities through CortAIx, its trusted AI accelerator. The platform is designed to enhance defence operations by enabling reliable and secure autonomous decision-making across military missions.
The company’s expertise spans key capability areas including uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) integration, mission systems, secure communications, sensor fusion, command and control, and human-machine teaming.
Building on its long-standing collaboration with the British Army and Royal Navy, Thales has contributed to the advancement of autonomous technologies across multiple defence domains.
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By combining proven programme delivery, trusted AI, open architectures and digital engineering, the company aims to provide an operationally relevant autonomous solution that supports the UK’s evolving defence requirements under Project NYX.
With autonomous systems expected to play an increasingly important role in future military operations, Project NYX represents a significant step in enhancing the British Armed Forces’ next-generation combat capabilities.
