The 5G COMPAD 2.0 consortium brings together 18 partners from 11 European countries (Austria, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Latvia, Spain, Sweden and Norway), spanning large industry, SMEs and leading research and technology organisations.
Saab, the Coordinator of the 5G COMPAD-project, is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 18,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations.
The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is Austria’s largest non-university research institute and a highly specialised R&D partner for industry. AIT provides research and technological development to realize basic innovations for the next generation of infrastructure related technologies in the fields of , Digital Safety & Security, Energy, Low-Emission Transport, Health & Bioresources, Vision, Automation & Control and Technology Experience as well as Innovation Systems & Policy.
Bittium is a trusted Finnish company with over 35 years of experience in advanced radio communication technologies. For the Defense & Security market, Bittium provides the most modern products and solutions for tactical and secure communications. The products and solutions for tactical communications bring broadband data and voice to all troops across the battlefield. For secure communications, Bittium offers proven mobile devices and cyber security solutions certified up to the CONFIDENTIAL level.
CAFA Tech is an Estonian defence and technology company specialising in unmanned aerial systems and resilient communications. The company develops automated UAVs operated over 5G cellular networks or satellite communications, including tethered drone solutions providing continuous power and data connectivity up to 200 m altitude for ISR, communication relay, and ELINT/EW applications. CAFA Tech also integrates Ultra Wide Band (UWB) sensors to enable reliable obstacle detection and navigation in poor visibility and GNSS-degraded environments.
EIGHT BELLS HELLAS (8BELLS) is an independent high technology company providing innovative solutions, based in Athens, Greece. 8BELLS specialises in selected parts of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the fields of Defence, Security, Space, Telecommunications and Cybersecurity, with disruptive IT solutions. With a rich background in system engineering, R&D consultancy, and network design, 8BELLS actively participates in and have led numerous Horizon, EDIDP/EDF, ESA, and National-funded research initiatives. .
Ericsson enables communications service providers and enterprises to capture the full value of connectivity. The company’s portfolio spans the following business areas: Networks, Cloud Software and Services, Enterprise Wireless Solutions, Global Communications Platform, and Technologies and New Businesses. It is designed to help our customers go digital, increase efficiency and find new revenue streams. Ericsson’s innovation investments have delivered the benefits of mobility and mobile broadband to billions of people globally. Ericsson stock is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and on Nasdaq New York.
INTRACOM DEFENSE (IDE) is a highly acclaimed Greek Defense Systems Company, with an outstanding record in domestic programs and exports to quality-driven international customers. IDE designs, develops and manufactures state-of-the-art tactical communications and electronic systems, command control & communication systems, unmanned systems, missile electronics, and hybrid power systems. IDE also participates in several multinational development and production programs and EU-funded R&D projects.
LMT is a Latvian mobile innovator, IT company, and AI & EDGE solution developer, offering a full spectrum of telecommunication, integration, and IT services. LMT develops 5G and beyond-enabled solutions, as well as provides critical communications for public safety. The company has participated in several EU projects, hosts Europe’s first 5G military testbed, and has earned recognition for its R&D and cross-sectoral collaboration. In 2022, LMT was named the Innovation Champion of Latvia.
Leonardo (Italy), a global high-technology company, develops multi-domain capabilities in the Aerospace, Defence and Security sector. The company plays a prominent role in major international strategic programmes and is a trusted technological partner of governments, defence agencies, institutions and enterprises. Innovation, continuous research, digital manufacturing and sustainability are the cornerstones of Leonardo’s business worldwide.
Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile, and transport networks, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Nokia Defense delivers secure, AI-driven communications and connectivity solutions tailored for defense organizations, supporting modernization and operational effectiveness in a rapidly evolving security landscape
As an integrated technology group with about 25,000 employees worldwide, Rheinmetall AG stands for a strong, internationally successful company that operates in various markets with an innovative range of products and services. As a renowned development partner and direct supplier to the global automotive industry and a leading international systems provider for security technology, Rheinmetall draws on its high level of expertise in its basic technologies to address long-term megatrends, identify viable new markets with high growth potential and develop innovative solutions for a safe and liveable future.
SINTEF is one of Europe’s leading independent research organisations, delivering contract research and innovation in close collaboration with industry and publicsector partners. With toplevel international expertise spanning technology, natural sciences, medicine, and the social sciences, SINTEF supports the development of solutions that strengthen competitiveness, security, and sustainability across Europe. SINTEF Digital’s Communication Systems research group collaborates closely with industrial and societal stakeholders to develop communication and navigation solutions for secure, resilient, and missioncritical applications, supporting a secure, resilient, and sustainable society.
Space Hellas is a dynamic, established Digital Integrator and Value Added Solutions Provider, holding a leading position in the high technology arena. The company has designed and implemented numerous ICT projects in the financial, public and private sectors. Space Hellas’ main activities focus on the design and implementation of telecommunication networks, IT systems, managed services and data center facilities, security and IT security solutions, OSS/BSS, as well as, wireless and satellite networks solutions.
Synkzone i a unique cloud service based on technical foundations that meet high security demands, combined with a crisp user experience, smart ways to collaborate and high availability. Use of Synkzone protects your information and helps you store and share information in a secure way. Synkzone solutions can be integrated in other applications and be delivered On Prem to run also in closed networks.
Telefónica, as a leading global telecommunications company, provides fixed and mobile connectivity, 5G, IoT, cloud services and advanced digital solutions. Within the 5G COMPAD project, Telefónica contributes expertise in designing, deploying and operating secure, resilient 5G networks, as well as integrating multi-domain communications for critical and defence-related environments.
Thales (Euronext Paris: HO) is a global leader in advanced technologies, investing in digital and “deep tech” innovations – connectivity, big data, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and quantum computing – to build a confident future crucial for the development of our societies. The Group provides its customers – businesses, organisations and governments – in the defense, aeronautics, space, transport, and digital identity and security domains with solutions, services and products that help them fulfil their critical role, consideration for the individual being the driving force behind all decisions. Thales has 81,000 employees in 68 countries. In 2021 the Group generated sales of €16,2 billion.
