Critical Comms

Pivotel today launched the OneTouch SL-Mini at Comms Connect Melbourne 2026, introducing a rugged, portable satellite connectivity solution designed specifically for government, public safety, emergency services and enterprise teams operating beyond reliable terrestrial coverage.

Caltta Technologies, a provider of professional and critical communications solutions, has announced the successful deployment of a multisite DMR Enhanced Communication System (ECS) for a key mining group in Uzbekistan. The project was delivered in collaboration with Radiocom Holding Group, Caltta’s local partner in Uzbekistan, providing the mining operator with communications infrastructure designed to support safer, more efficient and better-coordinated operations.

A new digital radio system (DRS) will be deployed as part of Stage 1 of The Wave — a transformative public transport and rail infrastructure program connecting Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast that is being jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments. The Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail and delivery partners are implementing the DRS to support the region’s future growth.

ICEYE, a European leader in sovereign intelligence from space, and Nokia, a global leader in connectivity infrastructure, have announced a partnership to develop secure, sovereign and high-performance broadband low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications systems for governments, supporting missions from defence and border security to emergency services and disaster response.

Inrico’s TM-7Plus smart PoC mobile radio offers up to 60 V anti-overvoltage protection, making it compatible with 12, 24, 36 and 48 V vehicles. Suitable for mobile two-way radio systems, Bluetooth vehicle radios and 4G LTE PoC two-way radio set-ups, it delivers safe and stable communication for any PoC network radio application. Powered by the Android 11 ecosystem, the product delivers a smart and connected user experience.

Airbus Defence and Space claims to have successfully demonstrated a quantum-secure tactical communications network connecting military and law enforcement users across different operational networks for the first time. The trial proves that mission-critical communications can evolve to protect sensitive data against current and emerging quantum threats, while seamlessly integrating advanced security technology into live operations.

Residents and visitors to the Upper Stone region of Far North Queensland should now have better mobile coverage, thanks to a new mobile base station funded by the Australian Government and Telstra. Upper Stone is a small community west of Ingham, known for sugar-cane farming as well as its proximity to the Girringun National Park.

A major Australian field trial has demonstrated the potential of private 5G Standalone (SA) technology to deliver reliable, high-performance communications in the challenging environment of underground coalmining. Conducted under ACARP Project C38001 at a coalmine in Queensland’s Bowen Basin, the trial evaluates how private 5G could support the next generation of connected underground mining operations.

The South Australian Government says it has strengthened the state’s emergency marine radio network — bolstering reliability, resilience and coverage — as authorities prepare for activity on South Australian waterways to increase in the lead-up to summer. A $1 million upgrade of the Very High Frequency (VHF) radio repeater network is now complete, improving critical distress and communications coverage for South Australian recreational and commercial operators alike.

Kirisun has launched the TD60 Pro, a hybrid smart radio that combines professional DMR and 4G LTE technologies into a single rugged device. It delivers mission-critical voice, broadband data, video communications and intelligent dispatch capabilities in one integrated platform, enabling organisations to protect existing DMR investments while adopting next-generation LTE and MCX.