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Exail was formed as ECA Group and iXblue joined forces in 2022. We are now a leading high-tech industrial champion specializing in cutting-edge robotics, maritime, navigation, aerospace and photonics technologies. Together, we employ a workforce of 1500 people worldwide and achieve an annual turnover of €250 million. With our unique offer ranging from components to complex systems, we support our customers for their critical missions in severe environments.

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Defense

Indo Defence

6 Nov 2024 – 9 Nov 2024

Jakarta, Indonesia

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Defense Land Defense / Ongoing

Defexpo 2024

12 Nov 2024 – 12 Nov 2024

Indonesia

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Maritime / Ongoing

Subsea Positioning workshop – Malaysia

12 Nov 2024 – 14 Nov 2024

Petaling Jaya, MY

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Photonics

Space Tech Expo

19 Nov 2024 – 21 Nov 2024

Bremen, Germany

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Aerospace

FTE APEX Asia Expo

19 Nov 2024 – 20 Nov 2024

Singapore

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Maritime

Pacific Marine Expo 2024

20 Nov 2024 – 22 Nov 2024

Seattle, U.S.A

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Offshore

NEDS 2024

21 Nov 2024 – 21 Nov 2024

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Offshore

OFFSHORE ENERGY 24

26 Nov 2024 – 27 Nov 2024

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Latest news

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Thales and Exail partner to deliver next-generation mine detection autonomous underwater vehicle for French Navy’s SLAMF Mine Countermeasures programme

Thales and Exail have been selected by the French defence procurement agency (DGA) to deliver eight, plus eight more in option, Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUV).This extended version of the A18-M AUV will integrate the SAMDIS 600 sonar for the SLAMF program (the French Armed forces programme, supervised by the DGA, which aims at renewing the French Navy mine warfare capabilities with massive use of unmanned systems).

The UAE Navy selects Exail’s Mine Countermeasures system

The UAE Navy has contracted with French company, Exail, a global leader in robotics systems, to supply UMIS 3rd generation unmanned integrated Mine Countermeasures system, which aims to provide advanced capabilities for remote mine clearance.

Towards advanced UV laser sources for quantum and metrology

Leveraging Exail’s expertise in Fiber Bragg Grating (FBG) mirror manufacturing, a research collaboration led by Institut FOTON has unveiled a compact coherent and performant fiber grating laser operating below 400 nm. Featuring a small footprint, low frequency noise, and fiber-coupled output, this FBG laser source stands as a prime candidate for integration with photonic platforms tailored for quantum information processing and metrology.

Exail selected for the modernization of the German navy’s Brandenburg-class frigates (F123)

Exail has partnered with ARCHE and SAAB to modernize the German Navy’s Brandenburg-Class frigates (F123). This collaboration will enhance the frigates’ navigation capabilities through upgrades of Exail’s Netans data distribution units and Marins inertial navigation systems.

NOR Offshore Rental expands rental pool with Exail equipment

NOR Offshore Rental (NOR) has made a significant investment in high-performance navigation and positioning systems from Exail, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership that will enhance its rental pool for its subsidiaries in both the UK and Norway.

Powering quantum science in Japan: how industry-grade laser solutions support groundbreaking research

The OHMORI Group at the Institute for Molecular Science (IMS, Japan) has been a satisfied customer of Exail for several years, for modulation solutions and for turnkey laser systems dedicated to quantum technologies. Learn more with this Customer Story…

Exail to equip French skippers Eric Bellion and Jean Le Cam with Hydrins navigation system for the Vendée Globe

Exail has been selected to equip the boats of French skippers Eric Bellion and Jean Le Cam with Hydrins Inertial Navigation System (INS) for the upcoming Vendée Globe. By delivering highly accurate and reliable navigation data, Hydrins will play a crucial role in enhancing both the performance and safety of the skippers during this offshore race, which is one of the most challenging and prestigious in the world.

Exail unveils the latest version of its innovative EF-Car driving simulator

Exail unveils the latest version of its innovative EF-Car driving simulator. With over 35 years of expertise, Exail is committed to developing technological solutions that go beyond traditional training methods and provide a highly immersive experience that enhances learning, boosts performance and improves road safety.

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Defense 2023 Edition