/en en /en/group/journalist/magazine/naval-combat-tomorrow-will-be-collaborative <p>The maritime space is an important nexus of confrontation when nations have conflicting ambitions. Instances of provocation and intimidation at sea are frequent, and there is an increasing risk that these tactics could lead to direct, high-intensity confrontation. In an interview, Admiral Stéphane Verwaerde, Thales Group defence advisor, highlights&nbsp;that maritime threats have changed a great deal in recent years as they&nbsp;come from new types of weapons, new platforms and developments in the electromagnetic environment.&nbsp;</p> 13 Oct 2020 2737428 /sites/default/files/database/assets/images/2020-10/shutterstock_1171128298_copyright_FOTOGRIN_shutterstock_V2_0.jpg