European Commission, DG Joint Research Centre

The Institute for the Protection and Security of the Citizen of The Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission provides research- based, systems-oriented support to EU policies so as to protect the citizen against economic and technological risk. In order to help safeguard EU citizens against damage caused by natural disasters, human activities or criminal fraud, IPSC maintains and develops expertise in technologies relating to information and communication, space, and engineering. The Institute's scientific and technical services cover the full cycle from the conception of a new policy, through support in its development and implementation, to the monitoring and evaluation of eventual results. Added benefit derives from the ability to call on the expertise of network partners and collaborating research establishments throughout the EU

Turnover (2006): ± 250 M€

No of European employees: ±2500

Main markets: European Commission DGs

Key products: Technical and Scientific studies to support institutional activities of DGs and policy makers

Business Unit locations: Belgium, Italy, Spain, Germany, Netherlands