# Ireland Orders Thales Air-Defense Radars

Ireland has ordered five Thales Ground Master radars—four GM400 Alpha systems and one GM200 Multi-Mission All-in-one radar—to establish a primary radar capability and its first fully Recognised Air Picture. The official cost has not been disclosed; local media estimate approximately €500 million. Initial deliveries are scheduled for 2027, with full capability expected before the end of 2028, creating potential follow-on demand for system integration, infrastructure, training, and sustainment services.

- The procurement establishes Thales as the selected supplier for Ireland’s new air-surveillance capability; the reported contract value remains an unofficial estimate.
- Integrators and service providers can assess potential opportunities supporting radar integration, associated infrastructure, operator training, and long-term sustainment as the systems are delivered and brought into service.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 02, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of Defence

### Vendors
- Thales (Selected supplier and radar manufacturer)

### Sources
- [Long-range radar deal puts Ireland on course to shrink capability gap - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/10/long-range-radar-deal-puts-ireland-on-course-to-shrink-capability-gap) - Breaking Defense