Spain’s government has approved new defence spending aimed at strengthening secure communications and interoperability with NATO, the European Union, and other international partners.

More than €500 million will be invested in communications systems for the Armed Forces on Spanish territory and in operational zones, as well as in ammunition for the Army and Navy to meet existing international commitments.

The Council of Ministers authorized a €258.44 million contract for telecommunications services and infrastructure under the Integral Defence Information Infrastructure (I3D). The agreement will run for three years, with the option of a one-year extension.

According to the Ministry of Defence, the investment is intended to guarantee secure, high-quality communications across all covered sites and users, regardless of location, ensuring interoperability and greater operational effectiveness for Spain’s Armed Forces within NATO, the EU, and other international organizations.

Separately, nearly €170 million will be allocated to munitions for the Army and Navy, through two agreements worth €86.05 million and €83.47 million, each lasting four years with an option for two-year extensions.

In addition, a €250.12 million contract has been approved for the purchase of lightweight, multipurpose trailers for the Army. The agreement, running over four years, is considered essential for logistical transport to training areas, embarkation points, and railway facilities.

(Source: La Vanguardia)