G2 Branch
HQ EC G2 organisation is similar to the structure of intelligence branches in NATO headquarters. This enables the G2 branch to conduct the four operations included in the Intelligence Cycle (direction, collection, processing and dissemination), the planning and direction of military security as well as other activities undertaken in peacetime such as studies, training and exercises.
The Plans Section
The Plans Section is the G2 POC in dealings with G5, G3 and G8. As such, it coordinates the development and dissemination of G2 basic and planning documents (such as concepts, sub-concepts, directives and procedures). It also coordinates G2 inputs and provides intelligence contributions to the preparation and conduct of exercises. Additionally, it organizes and coordinates Intel G2 EC individual and collective multinational courses and training. As G8 POC, it plans and monitors G2 budgetary matters. In operation, it is also in lead within G2 concerning Deep Operations and Targeting.
The Collection Section
The Collection Section plays two parts in the intelligence cycle: collection and dissemination. Concerning the collection stage of the cycle, it is responsible for the delivery of the information collected by sources and agencies to the Production section, which then processes it into intelligence. It is also in charge of the subsequent dissemination of intelligence in an appropriate form and by any suitable means, to those who need it. Generally the means used by Eurocorps are UAVs, LRRP (Long Range Recce Patrol) and HUMINT (Human Intelligence) teams. This section uses modern information transmission systems that give access to information, whether classified or not, from other agencies and nations. Continuous intelligence liaison with Framework Nations is ensured by the presence of National Intelligence Representatives (NIRs) via their respective intelligence systems.
The Production Section
The Production Section is responsible for the processing of information and its conversion into intelligence. It updates the basic documentation concerning the HQ EC designated areas of intelligence interest and manages intelligence databases. It then produces intelligence estimates and assessments. Finally, it ensures the rapid dissemination of intelligence to the Commanding General of the Eurocorps, HQ EC staff, subordinate units and higher echelons. This is achieved in three formats: verbally (verbal briefings, Video-TV-Conference), in writing (intelligence reports, intranet page) and as data.
The Security and Counter-Intelligence Section
This section ensures protection against subversion, terrorism, espionage, criminal activities and civil unrest. In peacetime, it is responsible for the physical security of military compounds and operations in co-operation with the authorities of the host nation. In operations, this section conducts security, coun-ter-intelligence and HUMINT operations. Its task is to identify and counter the threats to security posed by hostile intelligence services, organisations or individuals.
The SIGINT Electronic Warfare Co-ordination Cell (SEWOCC)
The EW section develops EC EW/SIGINT (Signal Intelligence) concepts and procedures in close coordination with G3 and G6. In this connection, it maintains liaison with the EC/NATO related EW community in order to develop and disseminate an updated basic documentation concerning EC nations/NATO EW assets, structures and procedures. It provides EW contributions to G2 and HQ EC in the preparation of exercises and operations as requested. In operation it co-ordinates and directs EW resources.
