Governments and public institutions are becoming increasingly digitalised, connected and intelligent, leading to enhanced efficiency and improved decision-making.
But digitalisation also brings a new set of cyber and physical risks. On one side of this diverse sector, hyper-connectivity and rising global political tensions are leading to a rise in cyber attacks. On the other, stakeholders must consider climate risks as they develop new smart city infrastructure.
Protecting governments and public institutions necessitates an end-to-end approach. With unique expertise in both IT/OT systems and infrastructure, Airbus Protect offers a comprehensive range of safety, security and sustainability services.
Protecting the public is the ultimate mandate. As cities become smarter and institutions more digital, the safety of infrastructure and services becomes paramount. We support governments and public agencies in defining and applying rigorous safety standards for smart cities, public transport, and critical services.
We apply rigorous risk analysis to public infrastructure. Whether for smart traffic systems or emergency response networks, we ensure that automated and connected systems are reliable and do not pose a risk to citizens.
We help set the standard. We assist public institutions in defining safety requirements for public procurement and infrastructure projects. We ensure that new technologies deployed in the public space comply with national and international safety regulations.
We support the efficiency and safety of public operations. We help institutions optimize their internal processes and implement Safety Management Systems that ensure consistent, safe, and compliant service delivery to the public.
From protecting EU institutions to securing smart city infrastructure, we offer end-to-end security services for governments and public institutions. These centre around four pillars – identify, protect, detect and respond.
Our cybersecurity consulting services help governments and public institutions identify how to boost their cyber maturity and comply with current and future regulations.
With a robust plan in place, we protect systems and infrastructure with highly tailored architecture design and integration services, as well as a range of encryption, secure communications and identity management solutions.
Our SOC services are designed to detect and neutralise attacks as soon as possible. Should the worst happen, our DFIR team is on hand to respond to incidents and minimise their impact.
Public institutions have a duty to lead by example. As cities become smarter and governments strive for sovereignty, sustainability is no longer an option, it is a mandate. We support public stakeholders in building resilient territories
Public entities must not only comply with regulations but set the standard. We help institutions navigate complex environmental frameworks (Green Deal, CSRD for state-owned enterprises, Taxonomy) and implement robust governance. We assist in defining Green Public Procurement strategies, ensuring that your investments align with national sustainability targets and international commitments.
Protecting the population is the primary mission of the government. We leverage advanced simulation to model risks in urban and industrial environments (e.g., hazardous sites near residential areas). We support urban planning and civil security by identifying vulnerabilities to fire, toxic dispersion, or industrial accidents, helping you design safer cities and effective crisis response plans.
Achieving energy sovereignty and meeting net-zero targets starts with public assets. We support the energy transition of public buildings and mobility fleets. Whether integrating hydrogen buses into public transport or deploying renewables on public land, we provide the safety engineering to ensure these new technologies are reliable, safe for the public, and cost-effective.
We help territories move from climate emergency declarations to concrete adaptation. We assist in measuring carbon footprints (territorial Scope 1, 2 & 3) and designing actionable roadmaps. Crucially, we analyze the vulnerability of public infrastructure (hospitals, transport, water) to climate change risks like heatwaves or floods, creating adaptation plans that ensure long-term resilience.
We bring circular economy principles into public works and procurement. We help institutions optimize the lifecycle of infrastructure projects—from new government buildings to transport networks. By applying eco-design and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), we identify ways to reduce resource consumption, manage waste effectively, and promote the use of sustainable materials in public tenders.
Public health and environmental safety depend on rigorous control of hazardous substances. We support public agencies in managing risks related to chemicals (REACH, PFAS) and pollutants. We ensure that materials used in public infrastructure and defense comply with the strictest safety standards, protecting both the environment and the health of citizens and public servants
As cities transition to ``Smart Cities,`` automation is entering the public space (automated waste collection, smart grids, autonomous shuttles). We ensure these new technologies are safe by design. We manage the safety engineering of automated public services, ensuring that innovation improves efficiency without compromising the safety of the public or the security of operations.
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