Thales launches its post-quantum MISTRAL encryptor, ready to secure sensitive communications across Europe
- At the European Cyber Week, held in Rennes (France) from 17 to 20 November 2025, Thales announced the launch of the MISTRAL post-quantum encryptor, a cutting-edge security solution designed to protect communications classified as Restricted against the emerging threats posed by quantum computing.
- The MISTRAL encryptor is intended for public administrations, operators of vital importance, and companies within the defence technological and industrial base.
Fully aligned with ANSSI recommendations and certified to Common Criteria EAL4+, MISTRAL offers a certified and qualified level of security for Restricted-level communications. It is ready for deployment in European projects requiring a high degree of data protection between industrial partners and high-technology stakeholders.
The MISTRAL encryptor retains its renowned ease of use and high performance[AR1] [HI2] . The Thales solution not only ensures a very high level of security but also delivers optimal performance, with throughput of up to 4 × 10 Gbps and very low latency, without compromising protection. This solution also stands out for its ease of integration, supported in particular by centralised management.
[p"By anticipating tomorrow’s challenges, Thales will, from June 2026, provide France and its European partners with a high-grade encryption solution capable of resisting quantum attacks. Public administrations, operators of vital importance, and companies in the defence technological and industrial base will benefit from a state-of-the-art encryptor to shield their Restricted-level communications against the quantum threat" Pierre Jeanne, Vice-President for Sovereign Cybersecurity activities at Thales.[/p]MISTRAL has already entered operational testing, with availability scheduled for June 2026. In launching this solution, Thales further strengthens its technological leadership in cybersecurity and supports its customers in their transition towards a trusted future, where the security of information exchange is more than ever a strategic priority.
About Thales
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies for the Defence, Aerospace, and Cyber & Digital sectors. Its portfolio of innovative products and services addresses several major challenges: sovereignty, security, sustainability and inclusion.
The Group invests more than €4 billion per year in Research & Development in key areas, particularly for critical environments, such as Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum and cloud technologies.
Thales has more than 83,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2024, the Group generated sales of €20.6 billion.
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