Google Cloud Secures Sovereign Cloud Contract with NATO

The NATO Communication and Information Agency (NCIA) has signed an agreement with Google Cloud that will see the latter delivering sovereign cloud capabilities. The NCIA will use Google Distributed Cloud (GDC), Google's on-premises offering that sees Google hardware deployed in a customer's data center of choice.

"Google Cloud is dedicated to supporting NATO's critical mission to develop a robust and resilient infrastructure and harness the latest technology innovations," said Tara Brady, president of Google Cloud EMEA. This partnership will enable NATO to decisively accelerate its digital modernization efforts while maintaining the highest levels of security and digital sovereignty."

"NCIA is committed to leveraging next-generation technology, including AI, to enhance NATO's operational capabilities and safeguard the Alliance's digital environment," added Antonio Calderon, CTO of NCIA.

"Partnership with industry is a critical component of our digital transformation strategy. Through this collaboration, we will deliver a secure, resilient, and scalable cloud environment for JATEC that meets the highest standards required to protect highly sensitive data."