Nokia headquarters in Espoo, Finland. Photo: Heikki Saukkomaa / Lehtikuva
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Bittium and Nokia have jointly demonstrated a hybrid tactical communications network for the Finnish Defence Forces, showcasing the integration of military-grade 4G/5G with traditional tactical systems. The trial was designed to support secure, real-time communication in complex operational environments.
The hybrid setup allows for 4G and 5G “bubbles” to be embedded into tactical networks, extending connectivity and enabling seamless cooperation between military and civilian communication systems.
The companies highlighted the network’s role in enhancing command capabilities in mission-critical scenarios.
The demonstration included real-time voice communication, video transmission, and situational awareness across various devices. Bittium’s distributed, server-independent network infrastructure enabled continuous operation and system resilience without relying on centralised control nodes.
“Our communications system is built for performance and interference resistance,” said Tommi Kangas, Senior Vice President of Bittium’s Defense & Security division. “This collaboration with Nokia confirms the successful integration of their 4G/5G solutions into our tactical framework.”
Nokia’s military-grade technology was deployed alongside Bittium’s core platforms. The tested equipment included Bittium Tactical Wireless IP Network (TAC WIN), Bittium Tough SDR radios for vehicles and dismounted troops, and Nokia’s Banshee Mobile and Tactical Radios (BMR and BTR). The systems supported smartphone-based applications, including Bittium Tough Mobile 2, and utilised Bittium’s Tough VoIP Service for secure voice communications.
Giuseppe Targia, Head of Space and Defense at Nokia, described the demonstration as a key step forward in mission-critical communications. “This is a breakthrough in defence connectivity. The hybrid network delivers secure, high-speed data exchange and improved operational agility even in challenging field conditions.”
The companies aim to further develop the concept to support evolving requirements in national defence and international cooperation. By combining flexible commercial standards with hardened tactical frameworks, the hybrid model is intended to provide Finnish forces with scalable and resilient connectivity for modern warfare.
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Source: www.helsinkitimes.fi
