Spanish Army defines its NBC priorities in context of COVID-19
The outbreak of the COVID-19 coronavirus in Spain shed light on the importance of maintaining and enhancing NBC capabilities among the armed forces. Therefore, to bolster its readiness, the Spanish Army has laid out its priorities in terms of NBC equipment, systems and technology by 2035.
The service presented its requirements to the defence industry on 24 June during a webinar workshop called 'Force 2035 - NBC Defence'.
The webinar was organised by the DIAD procurement directorate within the army's Logistical Support Command (MALE), together with the General Sub-Directorate for Technology and Innovation Planning (SDG PLATIN) and the General Directorate for Armament
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