5,700-ton military vessel to get high-performance combat system

The British Royal Navy’s new Type 31 Inspiration-class frigates, starting with HMS Venturer, will be equipped with Thales’ high-performance TACTICOS Combat Management System (CMS). Thales, a French company, recently completed Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for both the Mission System and Combat System, marking a significant milestone in the Type 31 program. TACTICOS serves as the operational core of these 5,700-ton frigates, integrating sensor control, situation assessment, weapon control, and decision-making functions to enhance combat effectiveness. Its advanced capabilities include automated, rule-based identification and classification, supported by an artificial intelligence core that operates in automatic, semi-automatic, or manual modes at both the ship and task group levels. The successful FAT completion reflects strong collaboration between Thales, Babcock, and other industry partners, ensuring a world-class combat system tailored to the evolving needs of the Royal Navy. Following the FATs, the program will proceed to land-based testing