en.Wedoany.com Reported - Thales, in partnership with Omani prime contractor Ankaa, has been awarded a contract by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of Oman to deploy advanced radar systems for the modernization of the country's air traffic surveillance network. Under the agreement, Thales' scope of work includes the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of its latest generation TRACSIGMA primary surveillance radar and two RSM NG secondary surveillance radars. The first radar is scheduled for delivery in 2027, demonstrating the company's ability to rapidly deliver customized surveillance solutions.

This project aims to enhance the safety, operational efficiency, and resilience of Oman's air traffic surveillance infrastructure to support the growth of its aviation sector and align with the goals of Oman Vision 2040. The system's core is the company's TRACSIGMA multi-mission L-band primary surveillance radar, the latest model in the TRAC radar family, designed for both civil and military air surveillance and approach control scenarios, capable of simultaneously detecting a wide range of aircraft from drones to commercial airliners. With a surveillance coverage radius of up to 300 kilometers, it provides high-resolution three-dimensional airspace situational awareness and offers enhanced resistance to interference from sources such as wind farms.

Complementing the primary radar, the RSM NG secondary surveillance radar strengthens aircraft identification and continuous tracking by integrating enhanced Mode S interrogation with redundant ADS-B detection capabilities. This radar can be deployed independently or co-located with the TRACSIGMA radar. Both radar platforms comply with the latest standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and the European Organisation for the Safety of Air Navigation (EUROCONTROL), and incorporate advanced cybersecurity protection mechanisms. This turnkey project also includes the survey and construction of radar sites, encompassing towers, radomes, and related ancillary facilities.

This contract builds on Thales' long-term collaboration with civil aviation authorities in the region, integrating Thales' global expertise in air traffic management with Ankaa's local capabilities in space technology, unmanned systems, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. Thales noted that the project is expected to generate approximately 40% domestic added value through the localization of maintenance and support services, while establishing knowledge transfer and capacity-building programs for Omani professionals. Lionel de Castellane, Vice President of Air Traffic Control Radars at Thales, stated that this project is part of Thales' support for Oman's aviation modernization plan, which will enhance airspace safety through advanced technology while contributing to the development of local skills and industrial capabilities.