Established in France more than a century ago, THALES is a global electronics company 
serving Aerospace, Defence, and Information technology markets worldwide. 
With operations in more than 30 countries and 65 000 employees, the THALES Group 
generated 8.6 billion euros in revenues in 2000.
United by a common core of technologies and driven by the same values, Thales people 
around the world are committed to making your high-tech world a safer place and your 
future more secure.

Denis RANQUE, the present CEO of THALES was at the origin of 
EUROTORP's birth. Within THALES group, THALES UNDERWATER SYSTEMS 
is the operational entity in charge of manufacturing the acoustic 
head for the MU90/IMPACT torpedo.

"THALES offers customers optimised solutions to their defence needs. 
As well as meeting specific operational requirements, each product and service forms 
part of a fully integrated solution incorporating the best commercial as well as military 
technologies. Our unique multi-domestic organisation, with its centres of excellence in 
different countries, enable to maintain a strong local identity and respect sovereignty 
considerations in key markets. At the same time, customers benefit from the 
synergies and efficiencies that only a worldwide group can offer."

                                            Jean-Robert MARTIN
                                                                CEO  Defense  Business  Area