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Thales Moves to Buy Exail to Build France's Unmanned Mine Warfare and Seabed Security Chain

Thales is moving to acquire Exail to consolidate France's unmanned mine warfare and seabed security industrial base. The merger combines Thales sonar and combat systems expertise with Exail's autonomous underwater vehicles and inertial navigation technology. The deal strengthens France's position in NATO seabed warfare capabilities. Regulatory approvals and final terms remain pending.

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