Nokia and blackned Sign Agreement to Deliver High-Performance Tactical Networks for Military Operations

Nokia and blackned Sign Agreement to Deliver High-Performance Tactical Networks for Military Operations

(IN BRIEF) Nokia and blackned GmbH have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop deployable tactical communication systems for the defense sector. The collaboration integrates Nokia’s advanced 5G technology with blackned’s defense digitalization expertise to provide secure, high-performance communications solutions tailored to Germany’s defense needs and adaptable for international use. The deployable tactical networks will enhance situational awareness, speed up decision-making, and improve asset coordination for military teams in various battlefield environments. The partnership promises to provide defense forces with the ability to swiftly deploy robust communications and share intelligence more effectively.

(PRESS RELEASE) ESPOO, 28-May-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Nokia and blackned GmbH, a company in which Düsseldorf-based technology group Rheinmetall holds a 51% stake, have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop advanced deployable tactical communication systems tailored for the defense sector. The new collaboration brings together Nokia’s cutting-edge 5G technology and blackned’s expertise in defense digitalization to create high-performance, scalable solutions that ensure secure and reliable connectivity for military operations in the field.

The partnership will focus on integrating both companies’ portfolios to design a unique, deployable communications system specifically tailored to meet the defense requirements of Germany. The system will also be adaptable for use by other countries, supporting international defense needs. Leveraging Nokia’s state-of-the-art 5G technology alongside blackned’s software-based defense solutions, the system is designed to provide seamless integration with Rheinmetall’s Battlesuite.

Deployable tactical networks are revolutionary mobile solutions that enable quick deployment and extended coverage in various battlefield environments. These systems ensure high data rates and reliable, uninterrupted connectivity, supporting the Software Defined Defense paradigm. They enhance situational awareness, accelerate decision-making, and improve coordination of military assets, all while maintaining the flexibility needed for modern military operations.

“Our partnership with Nokia marks a significant milestone in our commitment to advancing defense digitalization,” said Timo Zaiser, CTO at blackned GmbH. “Together, we will deliver powerful, flexible, and future-ready tactical network solutions designed for the complex realities of modern defense.”

Giuseppe Targia, Head of Space and Defense at Nokia, added, “In an ever-evolving tactical environment, speed, mobility, and adaptability are crucial. By partnering with blackned, we are equipping defense forces with the ability to deploy robust communication systems quickly and share intelligence more effectively, ensuring a decisive edge on the battlefield.”

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