Introduction
Belgium's Proximus and France's Thales have been awarded a significant contract by NATO to enhance the alliance's IT infrastructure.
Context
Selected by the NATO Communications and Information Agency, the two companies will manage and operate NATO's core network until the end of
2029. Although financial details of the contract were not disclosed, Belgian newspaper L'Echo has reported that the deal may exceed
100 million euros.
Developments
Thales is set to deliver a secure cloud infrastructure, while Proximus will focus on upgrading Wi-Fi networks at NATO facilities located in
The Hague, Netherlands, and
Braine l'Alleud, Belgium. Additionally, Proximus will supply
5,000 laptops as part of the project.
Conclusion
This collaboration marks a crucial step in modernizing NATO's communications capabilities, reflecting a commitment to enhancing security and efficiency within the alliance.
