Lockheed Martin has partnered with Project Lifesaver International and Loen Engineering to aid first responder agencies by combining the Indago small unmanned aerial system with an innovative lightweight antenna and receiver. [ + ]

Simoco and Pacific Wireless Communications have teamed up to support alpineSAR's rescue efforts with the donation of a portable repeater. [ + ]

The US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published an analysis of how a public safety broadband network can be secured so that only approved first responders and public safety personnel can access it. [ + ]

Trials in Germany have shown that LTE is highly viable as a communications medium for power utility smart metering systems. [ + ]

Vertel is building Australia's first national DMR Tier III network, with stage one now operational in NSW. [ + ]

Radio technology developed by the CSIRO and commercialised by an Australian company holds the promise of higher-performance radio networks without the need for extra spectrum. [ + ]

Radio technology developed by the CSIRO and commercialised by an Australian company holds the promise of higher-performance radio networks without the need for extra spectrum.

LTE will be a significant part of the solution for critical communications users worldwide whatever the chosen migration path, says Phil Kidner, CEO of the TETRA and Critical Communications Association.

LTE will be a significant part of the solution for critical communications users worldwide whatever the chosen migration path, says Phil Kidner, CEO of the TETRA and Critical Communications Association. [ + ]

The launch of two smartphone PTT services in Australia promises to change the way enterprises look at their critical communications needs.

BAI's major broadcast tower at Muswellbrook is now solar powered, with the company aiming to eventually see 20-30% of its transmitting facilities using solar. [ + ]

ARCIA is taking part in important discussions concerning the future of spectrum management, licensing regulations, training, representation and industry engagement, writes Hamish Duff, the association's president. [ + ]

Europe's Galileo satellite navigation system now has eight satellites in orbit following the launch of the latest pair on 27 March from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana, with four more scheduled for launch later this year. [ + ]

Today's fleet management applications form the foundation for a future where driverless vehicles are orchestrated from a central control room.

Today's fleet management applications form the foundation for a future where driverless vehicles are orchestrated from a central control room. [ + ]