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NATO discusses cloud in virtual event

The NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency hosted on 23 June 2020 a virtual event focused on cloud computing for leaders within NATO.

Meet Captain Demetrist Booker, Asset Management and Supply Branch Deputy Commander

When the NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency instructed the majority of its staff to work remotely due to the coronavirus outbreak, many support units outside the headquarters became crucial in maintaining business continuity.

Agency to procure support from industry for NATO Ballistic Missile Defence capabilities

The NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency released on 3 June 2020 an Invitation for Bids to provide system engineering, integration and testing support to NATO's Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) Programme until 2029.

NATO tech agency supports maritime exercise during COVID-19

Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO (STRIKFORNATO) executed the United States-led exercise known as Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) from 7 to 16 June 2020.

Agency seeks contractor for technical refresh of Balkans IT infrastructure

The NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency released in June an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to execute a technical refresh of NATO and the European Union's IT infrastructures in the Balkans.

NATO exercise proceeds remotely during COVID-19 and tests health tracking

NATO is innovating so that the Coalition Warrior Interoperability Exercise (CWIX) 2020 can take place this year from 8 to 26 June 2020, despite ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.

NATO Agency delivers seamless replacement of cryptographic equipment

Without the equipment to be mounted into a vehicle, a powerful V8 engine isn't much more than an expensive paperweight.

NATO Agency delivers satellite coverage during German test campaign in the Caribbean

The NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency delivered essential satellite coverage during tropical climate trials undertaken by the German Navy from 7 March to 16 April 2020.

Meet Alison Woodland, Health and Safety Manager at the NCI Agency

As a former Health and Safety Inspector in her native United Kingdom, Alison Woodland investigated and prosecuted serious workplace accidents. Now Health and Safety Manager at the NCI Agency in Brussels, Belgium, Woodland is focused on implementing strict measures to protect staff.

Interning during a pandemic: NATO Agency interns share their experience

Less than a month after moving to The Hague, Netherlands, for her internship at the NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency, Aakanksha Sharma's stay in Europe was cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

Do business with the NCI Agency: A look ahead

By the end of 2021, the NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency plans to put on the market more than 500 million EUR worth of business for industry to bid on.

New Director takes the reins of NATO Agency’s acquisition portfolio

In March, Jennifer Upton, of the United States, took up the post as Director of Acquisition at the NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency.

New project helps NATO talk with non-NATO organizations at sea

Communication between NATO and non-NATO organizations and vessels is now as easy as creating a username and a password.

Update: NCI Agency Defence Innovation Challenge 2020

Despite the unfortunate postponement of NITEC20, the NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency is still accepting submissions for its fifth Defence Innovation Challenge.

COVID-19 and teleworking: NATO’s tech Agency responds

As national governments throughout the world implement measures to combat the COVID-19 epidemic, NATO has increased teleworking in order to protect its workforce, while maintaining its significant commitments across the globe.

NATO’s backbone: Agency successfully upgrades 200 routers

NATO Communications and Information (NCI) Agency engineers successfully upgraded 200 routers at the heart of NATO’s backbone from November to December 2019.