Ericsson and specialized by stc Partner to Advance Secure Mission Critical Communications for Saudi Arabia Public Safety Networks

Ericsson and specialized by stc Partner to Advance Secure Mission Critical Communications for Saudi Arabia Public Safety Networks

(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and specialized by stc have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on developing advanced mission-critical communication solutions for Saudi Arabia’s public safety sector. Announced at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, the partnership will combine Ericsson’s expertise in secure, high-availability networks with specialized by stc’s nationwide infrastructure to create technologies that improve real-time coordination and situational awareness for emergency responders. The initiative includes co-development and testing of tools such as mission-critical voice and video services, AI-driven analytics, precise location capabilities, and IoT-enabled integrations for smart emergency systems. Joint trials will simulate complex emergency environments to validate performance and reliability, contributing to national resilience and supporting the Kingdom’s long-term digital transformation goals.

(PRESS RELEASE) STOCKHOLM, 16-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Ericsson and specialized by stc have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at advancing next-generation mission-critical communications to strengthen public safety operations across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The agreement was formalized during the World Defense Show in Riyadh and reflects a shared commitment to delivering secure, resilient connectivity solutions that enable real-time situational awareness for emergency responders.

The partnership combines specialized by stc’s extensive national digital infrastructure with Ericsson’s global leadership in high-availability, secure network technologies. Together, the companies will design, develop, and test advanced use cases tailored to the needs of first responders, including police, ambulance services, civil defense, and emergency-management teams.

Planned solutions include mission-critical push-to-talk and push-to-video capabilities, AI-enabled incident analysis, and highly accurate geolocation services designed to improve decision-making in time-sensitive situations. The collaboration will also integrate Internet of Things sensors and connected-vehicle technologies into unified communication environments, enabling faster coordination, improved field visibility, and more effective emergency responses.

As part of the agreement, both organizations will conduct joint validation initiatives and field trials that simulate high-pressure emergency scenarios. These tests are intended to ensure uninterrupted, secure communications performance under demanding conditions while supporting Saudi Arabia’s broader digital transformation objectives and reinforcing national readiness.

Leadership from both companies emphasized that the initiative builds on their long-standing relationship and shared focus on delivering reliable, future-ready technologies that safeguard communities and enhance operational resilience for critical services throughout the Kingdom.

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