Thales Unveils HexaForce: AI-Powered, Sovereign Command and Control for NATO and Allied Nations

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire Thales Unveils HexaForce: AI-Powered, Sovereign Command and Control for NATO and Allied NationsAuthor of the article:HexaForce_2026©Thales Business WireBuilt on an open, interoperable architecture co-designed with armed forces, HexaForce was successfully tested during NATO CWIX 2026.HexaForce is tailored for high-intensity warfare, supporting command requirements for over 100,000 personnel where operational tempo requires the extensive, targeted deployment of AI.Thales’ multi-domain solution (covering land, sea, air, cyber, space, and information operations) is already available.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountPARIS — Thales, a global leader in advanced technologies across Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital, has announced the launch of HexaForce, its next-generation AI-enhanced multi-domain command and control (C2) system. Purpose-built to support national sovereignty, HexaForce provides a rapid, battle-tested response to the massive growth in operational data and the accelerating pace of conflicts.Thales launches HexaForce, new AI-augmented, multi-domain Command and Control system for NATO and allied nations.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“Some armed forces require a dedicated data platform, while others need operational cross-domain interfaces to link up with allies and complete their systems, or faster multi-domain command functions leveraging state-of-the-art artificial intelligence. With HexaForce, Thales provides a sovereign solution tailored to each of these operational needs, setting a new benchmark in multi-domain C2 for NATO and allied nations amidst rising high-intensity conflicts.” — Christophe Salomon, Executive Vice-President, Secure Communications and Information Systems, Thales1. A Multi-Domain Command and Control SystemHexaForce operates seamlessly across all operational domains: land, air, sea, cyber, electromagnetic spectrum, space, and information operations. Featuring a resilient, distributed architecture, this platform orchestrates existing systems across national armed forces and coalitions to accelerate decision-making and secure operational advantage at every level of command.2. Enhanced Capabilities Driven by cortAIx AIHexaForce harnesses the artificial intelligence capabilities of cortAIx, Thales’ dedicated AI accelerator, which brings together 800 engineers and data scientists working in close alignment with the Group’s defence experts.By integrating cutting-edge Large Language Models (LLMs) and agentic AI, HexaForce delivers tangible gains for operators across every phase of a mission:Shorter planning cyclesRicher operational picture awarenessReal-time sharing and consolidation of tactical and operational situational picturesAccelerated decision-makingEnhanced effector allocationOptimised in-the-field maintenance and support.By leveraging AI, HexaForce dramatically scales up data processing and operational intelligence. It automates the analysis, correlation, and prioritisation of massive data streams from military, open-source and civilian origins, significantly boosting military agility and tempo. Live trial phases are currently paving the way for full-scale deployment, targeting an increase in capacity from 100 to 1,000 targets processed per day.This operational superiority draws directly on operational feedback from Artemis.IA—a data-centric platform deployed with the French Ministry of Armed Forces since 2023, which has proven its capability in multi-source data processing and AI scaling.3. Seamless Integration from Tactical to Strategic LevelsHexaForce is currently the only market solution capable of orchestrating all assets across armed forces and coalition partners, spanning strategic commanders down to tactical units. It relies on a distributed data network designed to remain resilient even under severely degraded communications conditions.4. Open and Interoperable ArchitectureHexaForce combines a core software platform with multi-domain command applications. Built on open-source standards, its open and interoperable architecture has been rigorously tested, notably during the NATO CWIX 2026 exercise. This design ensures full sovereign control over incoming and outgoing data feeds without requiring data exposure.HexaForce natively supports Data-Centric Security (DCS) and Federated Mission Networking (FMN) standards. Unlike closed, proprietary systems, it enables nations to integrate their chosen technology partners within a controlled, modular environment—delivering maximum operational performance alongside full national sovereignty. As an open, multi-domain solution, HexaForce provides complete C2 capabilities, including seamless connectivity with legacy systems provided by third-party vendors.5. Co-developed with Frontline ForcesHexaForce is an agile milestone in military software development, built using short feedback loops alongside armed forces to continuously integrate end-user requirements at every stage.About ThalesThales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services helps address several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion.The Group allocates €4.5 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Quantum and Cloud technologies.Thales has more than 85,000 employees in 65 countries. In 2025, the Group generated sales of €22.1 billion.Recent images of Thales and its Defense, Aerospace and Cyber & Digital activities can be found on the Thales Media Library. 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