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In a major development for NATO’s ability to conduct future operations, member countries have decided to jointly purchase a state-of-the-art ground surveillance system by Spring 2005.
In a major development for NATO’s ability to conduct future operations, member countries have decided to jointly purchase a state-of-the-art ground surveillance system by Spring 2005.
Made up of special aircraft, unmanned flying drones and ground equipment, the Alliance Ground Surveillance (AGS) system will provide NATO decision-makers with images and critical information on what is happening on the ground in a given area in peacetime, crisis or conflict.
These ‘eyes in the sky’ will greatly facilitate both the planning and conduct of NATO operations.
Historic decision
On 16 April, National Armament Directors from the 25 NATO member countries endorsed the decision to sign a contract for the system, by Spring 2005, with the Transatlantic Industrial Proposed Solution, made up of EADS, Galileo Avionica, General Dynamics Canada, Indra, Northrop Grumman and Thales. It is to be delivered by 2010.
The development of a NATO ground surveillance system has long been considered a major priority for the Alliance.
The decision is a major step forward, also because it is a joint procurement decision by NATO member countries.
“This is only the second time in NATO’s history that members join forces in procurement on this scale,” said NATO Spokesman James Appathurai, referring to AWACS surveillance aircraft purchased in the 1980s.
“By deciding to purchase a common system, rather than separate, nationally owned systems, member countries will save on costs and make best use of taxpayers’ money,” he added.