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Sweden's Next-Generation Critical Communications Network Faces Operational Scrutiny as Industry Voices Raise Concerns Over SWEN Readiness

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2026-05-15

Operational chief involved in the development of Swedish rescue services, has publicly articulated a series of concerns that he argues must be addressed before the transition reaches a point of irreversibility.


BDBOS Calls for Unified Approach to Next-Generation Public Safety Broadband at European Police Congress

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2026-05-12

Germany's federal agency for public safety digital radio underlines a single message in Berlin: no isolated solutions in the migration to a nationwide BOS broadband network.


New Zealand Critical Communications Unit Rebrands as SafetyNet Critical Communications Ahead of July Launch

Broadband  |  2026-05-05

The rebrand marks a significant milestone for the organisation, which will expand its mission beyond the emergency services sector to serve the broader public safety community across New Zealand.


Network Innovations UK Awarded Multi-Year Government Contract for Satellite-Enabled Personnel Tracking Solution

Satellite  |  2026-04-30

Under the agreement, Network Innovations will provide a secure, resilient, and globally distributed architecture to host and manage the department’s personnel and vehicle tracking capability.


BDBOS President Jens Koch Moves to Federal Domestic Intelligence Agency

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2026-04-02

In the interim, BDBOS Vice President Frank Buddrus assumes leadership of the agency until a permanent successor is appointed.


ASTRID Users' Advisory Committee Guides Strategic Direction for Next-Generation Critical Communications

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2026-03-31

Annual two-day workshop in Brussels brings together users, experts, and advisory bodies to co-create the future of Belgium's critical communications infrastructure.


Norway Signs Development Agreement to Build World's First 5G-Based Emergency Network Across Three Mobile Operators

Broadband  |  2026-03-26

The Norwegian government and operators Telenor, Telia and Lyse have formalised a binding development agreement to deliver a next-generation emergency communications network built on 5G, targeting initial deployment by end of 2029.


Pro-M Welcomes GÉANT Leadership Delegation in Budapest to Explore Digital Infrastructure Cooperation

Narrowband  |  2026-03-12

The Budapest consultation is seen as a significant step in strengthening ties between Pro-M and the broader GÉANT community.


Motorola Solutions Helps Victorian Search and Rescue Dog Teams Perform Safe and Successful Missions

Narrowband  |  2026-03-12

Robust radio technology supports interagency collaboration in the state’s most rugged and remote terrain.


German State Secretary Hans-Georg Engelke Visits BDBOS Headquarters

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2026-03-10

State Secretary acknowledges BDBOS's commitment and the significant role the agency plays in Germany's security policy landscape.


Indiana Expands SAFE-T Network with Motorola Solutions, Eliminating Dead Zones for Vigo County First Responders

Narrowband  |  2026-02-19

Vigo County transitions to simulcast radio system in largest statewide expansion since 2019


Proposed Governance Changes Raise Concerns Over FirstNet’s Independence

Broadband  |  2026-02-02

Public safety stakeholders warn that potential NTIA-led reforms could undermine the operational autonomy Congress established for the nationwide public safety broadband network.


From Voice to Data: Building the Next Generation of Public Safety Communications in Germany

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2026-02-02

Why resilient public safety organizations depend on dedicated UHF spectrum and a future-proof transition beyond TETRA to mission-critical broadband communications.


How Germany’s Public Safety Authorities Will Communicate Tomorrow

Broadband  |  2026-01-16

From mission-critical voice to broadband-enabled operations: a shared national vision for the future of BOS communications.


Hytera Enhances Public Safety with Advanced Communication Solution for Johannesburg Emergency Services

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2025-12-08

Mission-Critical Dual-Mode Radios Deployed to Bolster City-Wide Emergency Response


PSCE Winter Conference 2025 Showcases Strategic Progress in Mission-Critical Communications and the Expanding Role of AI in Public Safety

Narrowband  |   Broadband  |  2025-12-06

A key topic was European-wide MCX roaming — now a central issue for interoperability across borders, the deployment of cloud and edge resources, sovereign infrastructure considerations, and new off-network capabilities.


ACMOSS Showcases the Future Radio Network to Local Leaders at SMCL 2025

Broadband  |  2025-11-26

These direct exchanges are essential for supporting local authorities and understanding their needs regarding security and crisis management.


EUCCS Pilot Exercise Demonstrates Critical Communications in EU Cross-Border Coordination

Broadband  |  2025-11-24

Over 100 participants tested land, sea, and air coordination in scenarios like migrant smuggling and emergencies. The exercise showcased collaboration, knowledge sharing, and effective European security cooperation.


Sweden Launches SWEN – The Swedish Emergency Network – at Mission Critical Communications Expo 2025

Broadband  |  2025-11-12

The event was inaugurated by Sweden’s Minister for Civil Defence, Carl-Oskar Bohlin, who delivered a powerful message on the urgency of modernization.


PSBTA Releases Survey on First Responder Support for FirstNet Reauthorization

Broadband  |  2025-11-11

The survey, conducted by Fabrizio Ward and Impact Research, shows that 93% of first responders support reauthorization.



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