Serco wins $323m contract at US space base in Greenland
- Serco has won a $323 million contract to modernize the back-up electrical plant at the Pituffik base in Greenland in collaboration with US army engineers.
- The project is set to span over four years with the aim of enhancing the infrastructure at the remote base in Greenland.
- The contract signifies a significant opportunity for Serco to expand its presence in the US space base infrastructure sector.
Serco Group, a prominent outsourcing firm known for its diverse range of public sector services, has been awarded a significant $320 million contract by the US Space Force. This contract will see the company collaborate with US Army engineers over the next four years to modernize the backup electrical plant at the Pituffik space base in Greenland, a strategic military installation. Located less than 1,000 miles from the North Pole, Pituffik, formerly known as Thule, serves as a crucial hub for military operations and space surveillance. The base plays an essential role in the detection and tracking of intercontinental ballistic missiles targeting North America, underscoring its importance in national security. Serco's involvement in military operations is not new; the company has a long-standing history of providing services to defense sectors, dating back several decades. While it has become more widely recognized for its management of government contracts, including prisons, hospitals, and immigration centers, this latest contract highlights its ongoing commitment to supporting military infrastructure. The partnership with the US Space Force marks a significant expansion of Serco's portfolio, reinforcing its position in the defense contracting space. As the company embarks on this project, it aims to enhance the operational capabilities of the Pituffik base, contributing to the broader mission of safeguarding North American airspace.