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Global Leaders Unite at GPSOC 2025 to Shape the Future of Public Safety Communications

Source: The Critical Communications Review | Gert Jan Wolf editor

Sydney’s conference further strengthened global alignment, demonstrating shared commitment to resilient, interoperable systems that protect communities.

The Global Public Safety Operators Conference (GPSOC) 2025, hosted by the NSW Telco Authority, convened over 100 delegates from 17 countries to exchange vital insights on mission-critical communications. Organisations reaffirmed the urgent need for resilient, interoperable broadband solutions to safeguard frontline responders and enhance public safety worldwide.

 

The Global Public Safety Operators Conference (GPSOC) 2025 marked a pivotal gathering of international leaders and agencies committed to advancing mission-critical broadband and public safety communications. Hosted by the NSW Telco Authority, the event provided a comprehensive platform for sharing global experiences across the full lifecycle of Public Safety Mobile Broadband, from planning and procurement to spectrum governance and operational deployment.

Over three days, delegates from 17 nations explored the transformational shift from traditional radio networks to mission-critical broadband. Robust discussions highlighted critical challenges, including network resilience, prioritised connectivity, and interoperability—key elements needed to support emergency services during fires, floods and other high-risk incidents. Contributions from frontline emergency services offered powerful reminders that reliable communications are not merely technical requirements, but life-saving assets.

Despite international progress, discussions underscored a pressing reality: Australia continues to face a significant gap in delivering fit-for-purpose, mission-critical broadband for emergency responders. When communications networks fail, the consequences can be fatal. The insights shared at GPSOC reinforced the urgency for accelerated national action to ensure every responder is equipped with secure, uninterrupted connectivity.

For somevattendants, the journey to GPSOC 2025 began in Singapore, where engagements with innovation-driven agencies emphasised the importance of open standards and 3GPP-based solutions. Sydney’s conference further strengthened global alignment, demonstrating shared commitment to resilient, interoperable systems that protect communities. As discussions move forward to Comms Connect 2025 in Melbourne, the momentum for global cooperation remains strong.

GPSOC 2025 was more than an event—it was a catalyst for continued collaboration. Delegates departed with renewed determination to drive change, forge new partnerships and deliver communication networks that meet the demands of modern public safety. The collective vision is clear: to build a safer, more connected future for communities worldwide.