Activities of Rachida DATI related to 2013/0164(COD)
Shadow reports (1)
REPORT on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing the Copernicus Programme and repealing Regulation (EU) No 911/2010 PDF (432 KB) DOC (476 KB)
Amendments (11)
Amendment 60 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) The international dimension of Copernicus is of particular relevance in the exchange of data and information, as well as in access to observation infra-structure. Such an exchange system is more cost- efficient than data-buy schemes and strengthens the global dimension of the programme, and it should be ensured that the information and data thus exchanged is properly protected.
Amendment 64 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 16
Recital 16
(16) The Commission should have the overall responsibility for the Copernicus programme. It should define its priorities and objectives, in coordination with all the stakeholders, and ensure the overall coordination and supervision of the programme.
Amendment 70 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 19
Recital 19
(19) In order to achieve the objective of Copernicus on a sustainable basis, it is necessary to coordinate the activities of the various partners involved in Copernicus, and to develop, establish and operate a service and observation capacity meeting the demands of users. In this context, a committee should assist the Commission in ensuring the coordination of contributions to Copernicus by the Union, the Member States and, inter-governmental agencies and companies, making the best use of existing capacities and identifying gaps to be addressed at Union level. It should also assist the Commission in monitoring the coherent implementation of Copernicus.
Amendment 76 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 28
Recital 28
(28) In order to take into account possible security risks as well as bandwidth and other technical limitations, the power to adopt acts in accordance with Article 290 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union should be delegated to the Commission in respect of the data requirements necessary for the operational services, the conditions and procedures regarding access to, registration and use of Copernicus data and information, the conditions and procedures for the transmission and use of satellite data transmitted to receiving stations not part of the Copernicus programme and for the archiving of Copernicus data and information, the specific technical criteria necessary to prevent he disruption of the Copernicus data and information system and the criteria for the restriction of dissemination of Copernicus data and information due to conflicting rights or security interests, as well as the criteria for the performance of the security assessment. It is of particular importance that the Commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work, including at expert level and with representatives of users and industry. The Commission, when preparing and drawing up delegated acts, should ensure a simultaneous, timely and appropriate transmission of relevant documents to the European Parliament and to the Council.
Amendment 95 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 2 – paragraph 4 – point b a (new)
Article 2 – paragraph 4 – point b a (new)
(ba) development of a competitive European space industry and a strong partnership with companies in the space sector, promoting innovation, employment and growth.
Amendment 113 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 1
Article 11 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission shall have the overall responsibility for the programme. It shall define the priorities and objectives of the programme, in coordination with all the representatives of users and industry, and oversee its implementation, in particular with respect to the cost, schedule and performance.
Amendment 116 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 11 – paragraph 5
Article 11 – paragraph 5
5. The Commission shall maintain a transparent and regular user involvement of, and consultation with, users and all other stakeholders, enabling identification of user requirements at Union and national levels.
Amendment 127 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 12 – paragraph 2
Article 12 – paragraph 2
2. The choice of the Union body shall take due account of the state of the market, the cost efficiency of entrusting those tasks and the impact on the body'’s governance structure and on its financial and human resources.
Amendment 133 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
Article 14 – paragraph 1 – introductory part
1. Copernicus data and information shall be made available on a full, open and free-of- charge basis, subject to the following limitations for all participating Member States, for emergency situations and for development aid purposes. In all other cases, an access policy based on data protection and fair exchange shall apply. Other limitations on the policy of full, open and free-of-charge access include:
Amendment 147 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 19 – paragraph 1
Article 19 – paragraph 1
1. The Commission may be assisted by representatives of end users, and all other stakeholders, by independent experts, in particular on security issues, and by representatives of the relevant national agencies, in particular national space agencies, to provide it with the necessary technical and scientific expertise and user feedback.
Amendment 158 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 22 – paragraph 1 a (new)
Article 22 – paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. No later than [two years after the Regulation comes into force], the Commission will compile a report evaluating the Copernicus data and information policy in the light of its results, the benefits for the economy generally and the effect on associated markets;