Atos Extends Partnership with EUROCONTROL to Support Critical Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Monitoring for European Aviation

Atos Extends Partnership with EUROCONTROL to Support Critical Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Monitoring for European Aviation

(IN BRIEF) Atos has extended its contract with EUROCONTROL to provide continuous support for the management of critical infrastructure and cybersecurity in European airspace management. The new phase of this partnership will enhance EUROCONTROL’s IT infrastructure resilience and integrate innovative cloud technologies. This collaboration builds on over a decade of successful cooperation, focusing on improving security and future-proofing EUROCONTROL’s systems to accommodate growing demands in aviation traffic.

(PRESS RELEASE) PARIS/BRUSSELS, 27-Nov-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Atos, a global leader in digital transformation, high-performance computing, and IT infrastructure, is pleased to announce the extension of its contract with EUROCONTROL to continue providing 24/7 Mission-Critical Infrastructure and Cybersecurity Monitoring Services for European airspace management and aviation operations.

EUROCONTROL, a pan-European civil-military organization, plays a crucial role in optimizing aviation efficiency across Europe while minimizing environmental impact. The organization’s responsibilities range from operational service provision and research to developing future aviation concepts and coordinating Europe-wide projects.

With over 10 years of collaboration, Atos has earned a trusted partnership with EUROCONTROL. The extension of this contract underscores the strong relationship and mutual trust between the two organizations, highlighting Atos’ expertise in managing critical infrastructure and security for EUROCONTROL’s most sensitive operations.

This new phase of the partnership will enhance the resilience of EUROCONTROL’s IT infrastructure, focusing on platform, network, and security management. The contract also paves the way for the integration of emerging cloud technologies, with the inclusion of the first multi-region public cloud solution for Air Traffic Management (ATM) applications, fully accredited by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

Eviden, a division of Atos Group, will bring its vast experience in digital transformation and cybersecurity to the project, providing proactive monitoring using AI-enabled security products for EUROCONTROL’s critical assets. This collaboration will support EUROCONTROL’s iNM programme, which aims to modernize application assets in preparation for future growth in European aviation traffic.

Punit Sehgal, CEO Belux at Atos Group, said, “EUROCONTROL is one of our most valued partners in air traffic management, and we are honored to continue supporting their mission-critical infrastructure. Our extended partnership reflects our dedication to advancing the resilience of their operations, ensuring they are ready to meet the future demands of European aviation.”

Antonio Licu, CIO of EUROCONTROL, commented, “At EUROCONTROL, we are committed to ensuring the highest standards of aviation safety and efficiency. Atos’ expertise in managing mission-critical infrastructure and cybersecurity is key to our efforts to strengthen the resilience of our IT systems, supporting the growth and evolution of airspace management across Europe.”

This continued collaboration further reinforces Atos’ position as a leader in providing secure and reliable digital solutions to the aviation industry, enabling EUROCONTROL to remain at the forefront of aviation safety and innovation.

About Atos

Atos is a global leader in digital transformation with circa 82,000 employees and annual revenue of circa €10 billion. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high-performance computing, the Group provides tailored end-to-end solutions for all industries in 69 countries. A pioneer in decarbonization services and products, Atos is committed to a secure and decarbonized digital for its clients. Atos is a SE (Societas Europaea) and listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

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SOURCE: Atos