Nokia launches Mission-Safe Phone and upgraded Banshee 5G Tactical Radio to strengthen battlefield communications

Nokia launches Mission-Safe Phone and upgraded Banshee 5G Tactical Radio to strengthen battlefield communications

(IN BRIEF) Nokia has expanded its defense communications portfolio with the launch of the Nokia Mission-Safe Phone and the upgraded Nokia Banshee 5G Tactical Radio. The Mission-Safe Phone, manufactured in Europe with a Qualcomm chipset, is a rugged, customizable defense smartphone built for mission-critical performance, validated with Nokia’s tactical communication systems and certified to MIL-Standard 810H and IP68. The enhanced Banshee 5G Tactical Radio provides a portable, secure “network in a box” with 5G connectivity for faster speeds, greater bandwidth, and improved reliability in the field. Together, these solutions deliver a fully integrated tactical ecosystem designed to meet the evolving communication needs of modern military operations.

(PRESS RELEASE) ESPOO, 9-Sep-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Nokia has unveiled two new tactical communication solutions designed to strengthen battlefield connectivity and resilience: the Nokia Mission-Safe Phone and the enhanced Nokia Banshee 5G Tactical Radio. With these launches, the company expands its defense communications portfolio, providing armed forces with a fully integrated, end-to-end ecosystem that ensures secure, high-performance communications in the most challenging operational environments.

As defense organizations worldwide accelerate digital transformation, the need for reliable devices that can fully leverage 5G capabilities has become increasingly critical. The Nokia Mission-Safe Phone is purpose-built to meet this challenge, offering defense personnel a rugged, secure, and adaptable smartphone engineered for mission-critical performance.

Nokia Mission-Safe Phone
Manufactured in Europe and powered by a long-lifecycle Qualcomm chipset, the Nokia Mission-Safe Phone is built for durability and adaptability. Its open, customizable platform supports a wide range of new features, applications, and accessories, making it suitable for diverse missions. For enhanced communications, it integrates seamlessly with Savox Communications solutions, providing clear audio even in demanding conditions. Visitors to DSEI UK (9–12 September) will have the opportunity to see the device firsthand.

The Mission-Safe Phone is fully validated with Nokia’s Banshee 4G and 5G tactical communication systems, offering military-grade durability and performance for data-heavy applications such as video, mapping, and real-time intelligence. Available in three versions tailored to different mission profiles, the device meets MIL-Standard 810H and IP68 certifications, ensuring resilience against extreme conditions and uninterrupted operation in critical scenarios.

Nokia Banshee 5G Tactical Radio
Building on its proven tactical communications line, Nokia has also launched the upgraded Banshee 5G Tactical Radio. This portable “network in a box” combines rugged design with easy deployment, making it ideal for defense teams that need instant, secure connectivity in the field. Now enhanced with 5G, the system delivers greater bandwidth, faster speeds, and ultra-low latency, significantly improving situational awareness, coordination, and information sharing in real time.

A unified ecosystem for modern defense
By combining the Mission-Safe Phone with the new Banshee 5G Tactical Radio, Nokia provides a seamlessly integrated system that supports mission-critical communications from the edge to the command center. Together, these technologies offer reliable, high-capacity networks that adapt to battlefield conditions while maintaining strict security and resilience standards.

Giuseppe Targia, Head of Space and Defense at Nokia, commented: “By harnessing the power of 5G and edge computing, Nokia is accelerating the digital transformation of the battlespace. With the Mission-Safe Phone and the upgraded Banshee 5G Tactical Radio, we are enabling next-generation connectivity, resilience, and intelligence at the tactical edge. This launch represents a major step toward unified battlefield communications, and with our fully integrated tactical ecosystem, we are uniquely positioned to meet the complete end-to-end needs of modern defense operations.”