On October 29, 2025, Thales unveiled AURORE, Europe’s largest space surveillance radar, part of France’s ARES program, aimed at enhancing space situational awareness and national sovereignty. This modular radar system operates in the UHF band, allowing for the precise tracking of low Earth orbit satellites and debris, thereby addressing emerging threats such as hypersonic missiles. Positioned at Thales’ Limours facility, AURORE symbolizes a strategic advancement in French aerospace capabilities, reinforcing European space defense amid rising geopolitical tensions. This development not only underscores France’s commitment to technological autonomy in space defense but also marks a significant step towards bolstering collective orbital security within Europe, reflecting the increasing militarization of space.