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UK Ministry of Defense Selects TrellisWare Technologies – Leading Waveform Developer To Deliver More Than 5,000 Radios

Friday, March 20th, 2026

The project will see the British Army deploying TrellisWare’s tactical radios utilizing the company’s industry-best TSM® and optional Katana™ NB waveforms, providing the Army with the latest and most advanced, resilient, and interoperable MANET (Mobile Ad Hoc Networking) systems available.
San Diego, CA, March 10, 2026 – TrellisWare Technologies, Inc., the global leader in resilient waveforms and interoperable tactical radios, today announced that the company, through its UK partner Blacktree Technologies, has been selected by the UK Ministry of Defense (MoD) to provide TrellisWare tactical radios.

The extensive evaluation and specific selection of TrellisWare’s radios and waveforms aligns perfectly with the emerging MoD waveform strategy and further demonstrates its concerted approach to affordably, yet best, modernize UK defense networks at the pace and level of scrutiny demanded by current global threats.

The technological advantages of the TrellisWare product suite, coupled with the fact that the solutions are mission-proven and fully interoperable with other NATO nations’ communications systems, played a significant role in the decision for the MoD to work with TrellisWare.

“We are honored to work with the Ministry of Defense and British Army to fortify their communications infrastructure and help ensure mission success going forward,” says Metin Bayram, CEO of TrellisWare Technologies.  “The strategic utilization of TrellisWare waveforms will provide the resiliency and extended coverage needed to maintain clear and consistent communications across the contested and congested spectrum environments they will surely encounter on the battlefields of today andtomorrow.”

The TrellisWare systems deliver voice, data and position location information via unique Barrage™ Relay Networking, providing the ability to scale to many hundreds of nodes in a single Radio Frequency channel, allowing extremely efficient use of very limited spectrum.  This has the potential to give many more individual users the benefit of access to battlefield situational services versus other solutions offered in the tactical communications market today.

Orbit Unveils MPT40: A New Standard for Compact, High-Performance, Combat Ready SATCOM

Wednesday, March 18th, 2026

Multi-platform terminal designed for vehicles, small vessels and manoeuvring forces, combining minimal footprint, high performance and cost efficiency

SATELLITE 2026, March 23-26, Walter E. Washington Convention Center // Washington, DC, booth #1925

March 17, 2026 Orbit Communication Systems Ltd., a leading provider of airborne communications management systems, broadband land, maritime and airborne SATCOM terminals, and ground station solutions, is launching the MPT40 Multi-Platform SATCOM Terminal, a compact, lightweight and cost-effective satellite communication system designed to deliver high performance across diverse military operational environments. The new terminal provides forces with a flexible communication capability that can be deployed across multiple platforms while maintaining reliable, resilient connectivity.

Designed for true operational versatility in a GNSS denied environment, the MPT40 can be installed on military vehicles, small naval vessels or deployed by maneuvering ground forces operating in the field. The same system can be easily transferred between platforms, enabling operational flexibility and simplifying logistics while ensuring mission continuity.

With a particularly low footprint of 50×50 cm (20″x20″)- the terminal is ideally suited for armored vehicles and space-constrained tactical platforms where profile, weight and available space are critical operational considerations. The system is lightweight, easily disassembled and rapidly deployable, supporting quick field setup when mobility and responsiveness are essential.

The MPT40 supports multi-orbit satellite constellations including GEO, MEO, HEO and LEO, delivering reliable broadband connectivity anytime, anywhere. Its advanced design ensures strong performance across all elevation angles, maintaining stable communication links for command-and-control, ISR and other mission-critical applications even in challenging operational environments.

The system complies with stringent Military Standards (810H & 461G), supports operation with virtually any modem, features electronically controlled polarization switching and incorporates a single-LRU Combat Proven architecture — an important advantage particularly for rapid installation, maintenance and operational support.

By combining compact size, high performance and cost efficiency in a single terminal, the MPT40 provides armed forces with a practical, flexible SATCOM solution suited for modern multi-domain operations.

Daniel Eshchar, CEO of Orbit, commented: “We identified a clear operational need among maneuvering forces for one versatile SATCOM system capable of supporting multiple missions and platforms. The MPT40 was designed to answer that need — delivering flexibility, strong performance and reliable connectivity in a compact solution that can move with the force and adapt to evolving operational requirements.”

UK Ministry of Defence Selects Persistent Systems’ Wave Relay MANET for Project CAIN Modernization

Thursday, March 12th, 2026

Multi-million dollar contract signals the growing proliferation of MPU5 devices deployed across world

NEW YORK, New York — March 10, 2026 — Persistent Systems, LLC (“Persistent”), a global leader in secure mobile ad hoc networking (MANET) technology, announced that the UK Ministry of Defence has selected the Wave Relay® MANET, including the MPU5 tactical communication system, in support of Project CAIN, a key modernization effort for the British Army.

Awarded through Persistent’s UK partner and authorized distributor Steatite Ltd., the program will deliver MPU5 radios, Rugged Display & Controllers (RDCs), and associated Dismount Kit equipment to the 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team, the UK’s rapidly deployable, first-to-fight airborne formation.

As part of this effort, 16 Air Assault will also employ Cloud Relay™, Persistent’s global networking technology, enabling soldiers to maintain uninterrupted communications, even when transitioning between SATCOM, LTE, 5G, or other transport layers. This ensures resilient connectivity in complex, contested, and highly mobile environments.

“By deploying the MPU5 and Cloud Relay™, the 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team will gain a significant advantage in decision-making and coordination across dispersed, multi-domain operations,” said Eve Shapiro, Senior Director of Sales and Business Development at Persistent Systems. “We’ve seen exceptional results with the UK Royal Marines, and we expect similar success as more organizations recognize the operational impact of a resilient, edge-to-cloud network.”

This selection builds on the UK’s ongoing modernization progress. In 2024, the UK Royal Marines fielded more than 2,000 MPU5s as part of their transformation into a more agile, technology-enabled Commando Force. The 16 Air Assault effort marks another step in strengthening the UK’s ability to operate with speed, precision, and interoperability alongside allies.

Persistent Systems continues to support modernization initiatives worldwide, including programs within the U.S. Army’s Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) efforts, maritime security initiatives across the Baltic region, and Indo-Pacific partner networks. The increased adoption of the MPU5 across Europe, including deployments in the Baltics, Spain, France, and the UK, reflects the growing demand for scalable, resilient MANET capabilities.

The UK MoD’s decision underscores a broader trend of successful modernizations of forces, which require secure, adaptable, and globally connected networks to maintain situational awareness and operational advantage in dynamic, contested environments.

TACNODE from Ci-Pher

Wednesday, March 4th, 2026

TACNODE is a multi-path, self-healing mesh network system (LORA Mesh) enabling the transfer of Position Location Information (PLI), voice-to-text, sensor integration, form transmission and Al-driven data transmission without relying on cellular or internet connectivity or other targetable infrastructure.

The data transfer rate is 300kbps (peak) and relies on AES256 onboard encryption.

www.ci-pher.net

Pixels On Target – VooDoo-GPS M

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026

This is the VooDoo-GPS M which is a new GPS receiver configured as a hub that will provide the congressionally mandated GPS M signal to other, connected devices (wired or wireless) without upgrades to those devices. It was created in conjunction with MilTech for a US government customer.

You’ll note the Vegvísir or Norse compass on this early version which assures the user that he will never lose his way in Storm or bad weather, even when the way is not known.

It can be body worn and is compatible via ports or wireless connection with USB 2.0, Bluetooth v5.3, Intra-Soldier Wireless, and RS-232 and can be powered with an MBITR or STUB battery.

pixelsontarget.com

Enforce Tac 26 – Savotta

Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Finnish load carriage specialists Savotta displayed their pack frame configured to lay field wire for telephones.

Lynq Launches RavenTalk, Redefining Secure, Infrastructure-Free Communications

Monday, February 9th, 2026

Safariland’s SafariMesh™, a next-generation communication device, first product to integrate RavenTalk Technology

Las Vegas, NV, February 6, 2026 — Lynq Networks, a leader in local team communications addressing one of the largest connectivity challenges facing enterprises and governments, today announced the launch of RavenTalk. Built on Lynq’s Raven network stack, RavenTalk delivers secure, long-range, hands-free, decentralized voice and data communications, without base stations, access points or fixed infrastructure.

Lynq also has announced that Safariland’s SafariMesh™, a next-generation communication device that enables dependable team communication in challenging operational conditions, is the first product to integrate RavenTalk technology. Built on Lynq’s decentralized mesh architecture, SafariMesh empowers operators with secure, flexible and resilient connectivity without the need for towers, repeaters or centralized networks.

90% of jobs in the world are performed by non-desk workers who often operate in austere, high-noise environments, where communication is critical across long distances. Examples include public safety officers moving between vehicles and buildings during an active incident, where unreliable or congested radios can degrade situational awareness and slow response times; or construction workers coordinating crews and equipment across a noisy job site, where missed or delayed communication can create safety risks and reduce productivity.

These challenges are part of daily operations across defense, public safety, and industrial and commercial sectors, underscoring a large, underserved market in need of modern communication infrastructure.

“RavenTalk represents a new communications paradigm where you can use the devices you’re already wearing, such as noise canceling headsets, earbuds and smart glasses, to communicate with your colleagues, over a range of multiple football fields,” said Adam Gould, CEO of Lynq Networks. “We’re enabling teams to communicate securely, conversationally and reliably in environments where traditional wireless systems fail, without infrastructure, without subscriptions and without compromise.”

“Lynq has been a strong partner throughout the development of SafariMesh, bringing valuable expertise in decentralized mesh networking to the product. Its RavenTalk technology helped support our goal of delivering a solution that is intuitive to use, adaptable to mission needs and dependable in the field. We see meaningful opportunities to continue building on this work together as we move forward,” said Brad Medine, communications product category director for Safariland.

RavenTalk is a wireless, end-to-end encrypted voice and data solution that instantly forms a self-healing mesh network when devices are powered on. Users can immediately begin talking and sharing data securely, even in dynamic, infrastructure-denied environments. For example, the technology can be embedded into the earcup of a noise-cancelling headset that users are already wearing.

RavenTalk runs on top of DECT NR+, a high-performance, non-cellular 5G standard for Internet of Things (IoT) and industrial applications, enabling long-range, reliable communications in the license-exempt DECT 1.9 GHz band. Providing great performance in the presence of multipath, it offers a private, low-cost, scalable alternative to cellular networks for applications needing high reliability, without SIM cards or carrier subscriptions.

Key features include:

  • End-to-end AES-256 encryption
  • High-quality, low-latency voice communications
  • Push-to-Talk (PTT) and AllTalk full-duplex voice modes
  • Simultaneous voice and data transmission
  • Long-range operation exceeding 1 km, using multi-hop mesh networking
  • Support for 32+ users per network segment
  • Operation in the 1.8 / 1.9 GHz globally-allocated spectrum as well as the 915 MHz ISM band in the United States
  • Low Probability of Intercept / Low Probability of Detection (LPI/LPD) enabled by adaptive power control and low transmit power

RavenTalk is designed for seamless integration into a wide range of communication products, including  headsets, smart helmets, VR goggles, ear buds and PTT units, enabling entirely new opportunities for untethered, person-to-person communications.

Primary use cases include:

Tactical and defense headsets for special operations forces, military air crews, soldiers, and sailors, allowing squads to “cut the cables” while maintaining secure communications on-vehicle, during dismount and throughout the mission.

  • Public safety usage by first responders such as firefighters in a wildfire, where they need to communicate hands-free with their colleagues. Another example is a SWAT team conducting a mission with all team members in communication with each other and with a command center at the street.
  • Ruggedized communication headsets for construction sites, underground mines, airport ground operations, manufacturing plants, oil refineries and other industrial environments where hearing protection and reliable voice comms are essential.
  • RavenTalk is one component of Lynq’s broader Raven platform, which includes:
  • RavenTalk for high-quality, full-duplex voice and audio applications
  • RavenConnect for ultra-reliable, low-latency data communications
  • RavenView, a suite of local and cloud-based applications, offering a single pane of glass for provisioning, monitoring, diagnostics and optimization of Raven-enabled networks and devices

Lynq’s technology has already been deployed in tens of thousands of devices across consumer, enterprise and defense applications, including real-world operational use in military and special warfare environments.

lynqnetworks.com

SOFWERX – PEO-TIS Handheld High Frequency Radio Industry Day

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

SOFWERX, in collaboration with USSOCOM Program Executive Office Tactical Information Systems (PEO-TIS), will host an Industry Day on 3 March 2026, to gain a better understanding of the current market and the technical capabilities of Handheld High Frequency (HF) Radio systems. 

USSOCOM has a critical need for reliable and secure Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications for dismounted warfighters operating in a variety of challenging environments, including areas with limited or no satellite coverage. Handheld HF radios are a key component of our communications strategy, providing a resilient and autonomous solution for long-range voice and data transmission.

This event is seeking information on handheld HF radios that are currently available or could be readily adapted to meet USSOCOM’s operational requirements. PEO-TIS is interested in capabilities that are lightweight, rugged, and offer advanced features to enhance communications in contested environments.

Request to Attend NLT 11 February 2026 11:59 PM ET

U.S. Citizens Only

U.S. Companies Only 

For more information, visit events.sofwerx.org/peo-tis-handheld-hf-radio-industry-day.