NATO has signed a new contract with Systematic to expand and enhance training capabilities for its Land Command and Control (C2) systems. The agreement focuses on strengthening operational readiness, situational awareness, and interoperability through advanced training solutions built around the SitaWare Headquarters platform.
The contract is part of the ongoing Project DEMETER, which aims to transform NATO’s land-based command and control capabilities. Under this initiative, training support will be extended through a combination of classroom-based instruction and computer-based learning, ensuring continuous skill development across the lifecycle of the system.
A key component of the agreement is the integration of SitaWare Aspire into the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) Academy framework. This digital learning platform enables flexible, scalable, and adaptive training tailored to NATO’s evolving operational requirements. It also ensures that personnel can access up-to-date training content aligned with mission needs and future capability developments.
Since the initial contract was signed in February 2024, SitaWare Headquarters has been successfully deployed across NATO forces, achieving Initial Operating Capability (IOC) in March 2025. The DEMETER programme is progressing toward Full Operating Capability (FOC), targeted for completion by March 2026. The latest agreement further strengthens collaboration between NCIA and Systematic to support this transition.
The partnership reflects a joint approach to training delivery, where Systematic provides expertise on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) functionality, while NATO ensures governance and operational context. This model is designed to deliver a comprehensive and effective learning experience for Land C2 operators across the alliance.
Will Leeming, DEMETER Project Manager at NCIA, emphasized that the continued collaboration ensures high-quality training outcomes, enabling operators to fully leverage the capabilities of the new system. Meanwhile, Sven Trusch, Managing Director of Systematic’s German subsidiary, highlighted that the second phase of the project demonstrates a growing partnership focused on delivering flexible, dynamic, and future-ready training solutions.
Project DEMETER plays a critical role in NATO’s broader digital transformation strategy by enabling shared situational awareness, improved operational planning, and coordinated mission execution across allied forces. By investing in advanced training and digital tools, NATO is enhancing its ability to maintain information superiority and operational effectiveness in complex, multi-domain environments.
Overall, the agreement underscores the increasing importance of integrated training ecosystems in modern defence operations, where advanced software platforms and continuous learning are essential to maintaining strategic advantage.
