On May 25, 2026, Thales announced that it signed a contract with Greece’s General Directorate of Defense Armaments and Investments for the modernization of the Hydra-class frigates. Thales press release The General Directorate of Defense Armaments and Investments (GDAEE) signed a contract with Thales for the start of the modernization of the integrated operations system ... The post Thales enhances the operational effectiveness and readiness of Hellenic Navy’s Hydra-class frigates appeared first on Naval News .