NATS Services is a unique company formed from a unique situation.

Originally a function within the UK's CAA (Civil Aviation Authority), NATS (National Air Traffic Services) became a separate entity in 1996. When the UK Government part-privatised NATS in 2001, NATS was granted a licence by the Secretary of State for Transport to provide services in en route and oceanic airspace.

However, this licence does not extend to tower and approach control services at airports, which are managed as contestable markets within the UK. Instead, airports can decide how to manage their air traffic control and all associated procedures and disciplines.

Considering the safety, complexity, capacity and efficiency requirements this places upon an airport, many choose to outsource this. NATS Services is the leading provider of airport air traffic control services.

NATS Services has expanded its services to support customers globally, helping them to solve their most problematic issues in a world where costs and capacity must be satisfied without compromising safety.

Our focus is on safety, service and increasing value for our customers.