Governments and public institutions are becoming increasingly, connected and intelligent, leading to enhanced efficiency and improved decision-making.
However, digitalisation 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 infrastructure and systems, 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. Our teams 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. Optimising internal processes and implementing Safety Management Systems ensures consistent, safe service delivery.
European bodies must navigate a complex landscape of sovereignty requirements, strict data protection laws, and evolving cyber threats. We leverage our accreditation in regulated environments and our industrial heritage to secure your critical assets, ensure compliance with EU frameworks, and provide continuous managed protection.
We navigate complex regulations (EU, NATO, NIS2) with our qualified internal audits. Our accredited experts ensure your frameworks align with supranational requirements through rigorous compliance assessments.
We protect your assets 24/7 with our Identify, Protect, Detect, and React framework. We combine Managed Detection & Response (MDR) with Darknet monitoring, providing immediate support via our 24/7 Emergency Hotline.
We ensure compliance with GDPR and the AI Act through our specialised governance support. We help you evaluate AI trustworthiness and define robust privacy strategies for data-sensitive projects.
We safeguard your operations against disruptions with our bespoke resilience strategies. We integrate cybersecurity into Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and train your teams through realistic crisis exercises.
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
We navigate frameworks (Green Deal) and define Green Public Procurement strategies to align investments with sustainability targets.
We model risks in urban environments to support civil security, identifying vulnerabilities to design safer cities and crisis plans.
We support the transition of public buildings and fleets, providing safety engineering for hydrogen buses or renewables.
We measure territorial footprints and analyse infrastructure vulnerability to climate risks for long-term resilience planning.
We bring circular economy principles into public works, applying eco-design to promote sustainable materials in tenders.
We manage chemical risks (PFAS) in public infrastructure, ensuring compliance with safety standards to protect citizen health.
We ensure Smart City technologies (autonomous shuttles, automated waste) are safe by design, protecting public safety.
From 2017 to 2025, the Council of the European Union awards Airbus Protect the EU Cyber Program: a framework contract to cover all cybersecurity needs for 17 EU institutions and agencies (including the European Central Bank, Europol and Frontex). Airbus’ EU Cyber Program contract covers the full range of cyber security services which are aligned to four NIST categories.
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