Technology

ICEYE and Nokia partner to launch secure and sovereign satellite communications for governments and defense customers

Published

2 hours ago

October 1, 2026

Sovereign, dual-use satellite communications systems owned and operated by the nations that use them.

HELSINKI, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ICEYE, the European leader in sovereign intelligence from space, and Nokia, a global leader in connectivity infrastructure, today announced a partnership to develop secure, sovereign and high-performance broadband low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications systems for governments, supporting missions from defense and border security to emergency services and disaster response. Built on trusted European technology, the jointly developed satellite communications systems will give nations ownership and control of the satellites, ground segment and terminals. The first communications satellites are expected to be launched in 2028.

When terrestrial networks are disrupted or compromised, defense forces, first responders and civil authorities risk losing access to the information and command systems they depend on. Governments therefore need resilient communications infrastructure that remains available under the most demanding conditions, and that they can fully own and control.

The jointly developed sovereign systems will deliver targeted, high-throughput, low-latency connectivity over priority mission areas. Designed to complement military and commercial networks rather than replace them, it will add reach, resilience and capacity, helping governments and defense organizations maintain critical connections wherever operations take place.

The partnership brings together ICEYE’s track record delivering sovereign satellite missions with Nokia’s extensive experience in secure networking technologies and growing defense portfolio. Together, the companies will integrate satellites, ground infrastructure and ruggedized end-user terminals to extend ICEYE’s sovereign intelligence from space business model to satellite communications.

Rafal Modrzewski, CEO and Co-founder of ICEYE, said: “Together with Nokia, we are building on our proven space intelligence expertise and delivering sovereign, high-performance satellite communications. Nations must be able to fully own and control their communications, without dependency on a foreign commercial operator’s terms of service. We delivered Poland its own radar satellite system in under a year. Partnering with Nokia lets us move at a similar speed for satellite communications, on the timelines nations need.”

Justin Hotard, President and CEO of Nokia, said: “Sovereign operations depend on the ability to sense, decide and act in real time. Physical AI makes that possible, but only with secure, resilient connectivity across land, sea, air and space. By bringing together Nokia’s trusted networks with ICEYE’s proven sovereign space capabilities, we will deliver a satellite communications capability—complementing existing terrestrial networks, and giving nations the situational awareness, connectivity, and control they need to operate with confidence in contested environments across all domains.”

Modrzewski and Hotard will take the stage at the Helsinki Security Forum on October 2 for a session titled “How to Salvage Europe’s Technological Sovereignty.”

About ICEYE

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.

ICEYE owns the world’s largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.

ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defense and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Natively European, founded in Finland. ICEYE operates globally with over 1,000 employees.

We’re a growing international team of builders. iceye.com/joinus

About Nokia

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity infrastructure, enabling the AI supercycle. We build networks that connect intelligence and deliver a comprehensive connectivity solution across fixed, mobile, IP, optical, core, and data center networks. With security by design, AI-driven innovation, and AI-optimized architecture, Nokia delivers trusted infrastructure that enables AI to scale and advances connectivity to secure a brighter world.

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/iceye-and-nokia-partner-to-launch-secure-and-sovereign-satellite-communications-for-governments-and-defense-customers-302895168.html

Technology

Briant Broadband Launches Mobile Service Powered by data2go.mobi

Published

48 minutes ago

October 1, 2026

Partnership uses eSIM technology to remove traditional cost and operational barriers to mobile market entry, giving Briant national reach beyond its fibre footprint.

WORTHING, England, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Independent Alternative Network (Altnet) and Internet Service Provider (ISP) Briant Broadband today announced the launch of Briant Mobile, powered by mobile platform provider data2go.mobi. Mobile is a natural complement to Briant’s broadband and VoIP services, but high set-up costs and physical SIM logistics have historically made market entry difficult for smaller providers. Using data2go’s eSIM platform, Briant has been able to launch a nationwide mobile service without those traditional operational barriers.

Extending the ISP / Altnet Business Model

data2go’s platform uses a success-sharing commercial model with a low start-up cost, designed to make mobile more accessible to ISPs and Altnets operating in a challenging market.

Mobile also gives Altnets an opportunity to sell beyond the geographic limits of their fibre footprint. Providers can offer multiple mobile subscriptions per household alongside broadband and fixed IP phone services, creating additional revenue opportunities and a broader customer relationship.

“We have always seen mobile as a natural addition to our broadband and VoIP services, but the traditional onboarding costs and supply chain requirements made it difficult to justify,” said Adrian Bain, Managing Director of Briant Broadband. “data2go gave us a practical route into mobile. Its eSIM platform removed much of the operational complexity and allowed us to bring Briant Mobile to market quickly.”

“ISPs and Altnets need cost-effective ways to diversify revenue and strengthen customer retention,” said Chandru Mullaparthi, CEO of data2go. “Our success-sharing model and eSIM technology are designed to make that possible. Briant Broadband is a strong example of how an independent Altnet / ISP can add mobile without building the traditional operational infrastructure around it.”

A Scalable Route into Mobile

While data2go’s immediate focus is on UK Altnets and ISPs, its platform can also support other subscription businesses looking to add mobile services. Briant Mobile is available immediately, with a range of data plans and eSIM activation.

For more information about Briant Mobile, visit mobile.briantbroadband.com

To learn more about data2go, visit data2go.mobi.

About Briant Broadband:

Based in Worthing, West Sussex, Briant Broadband is an independent Altnet and internet service provider delivering wireless and Full Fibre broadband, VoIP and mobile services to homes and businesses. Briant focuses on reliable connectivity, transparent pricing and responsive customer service.

About data2go.mobi:

data2go provides mobile connectivity solutions that enable brands, ISPs, Altnets and enterprises to launch mobile services. Its eSIM technology and success-sharing commercial model are designed to reduce the cost and operational complexity of entering the mobile market. data2go.mobi is built and operated by Bluehouse Technology, a UK telecoms software company.

Media Contacts:

Briant Broadband: Adrian Bain, CEO | info@briantbroadband.com
data2go.mobi: Chandru Mullaparthi, CEO | info@data2go.mobi

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/briant-broadband-launches-mobile-service-powered-by-data2gomobi-302894909.html

Technology

Briant Broadband Launches Mobile Service Powered by data2go.mobi

Published

48 minutes ago

October 1, 2026

Partnership uses eSIM technology to remove traditional cost and operational barriers to mobile market entry, giving Briant national reach beyond its fibre footprint.

Extending the ISP / Altnet Business Model

data2go’s platform uses a success-sharing commercial model with a low start-up cost, designed to make mobile more accessible to ISPs and Altnets operating in a challenging market.

A Scalable Route into Mobile

For more information about Briant Mobile, visit mobile.briantbroadband.com

To learn more about data2go, visit data2go.mobi.

About Briant Broadband:

About data2go.mobi:

Media Contacts:

Briant Broadband: Adrian Bain, CEO | info@briantbroadband.com
data2go.mobi: Chandru Mullaparthi, CEO | info@data2go.mobi

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/briant-broadband-launches-mobile-service-powered-by-data2gomobi-302894909.html

Technology

PCI-STRIDES Intelligent Mobility Pte. Ltd. Established to Advance Smart Rail Solutions Globally

Published

48 minutes ago

October 1, 2026

SINGAPORE, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PCI Asia Technology Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of PCI Technology Group Co., Ltd., and STRIDES Far East Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of SMRT Corporation Ltd., today launched a joint venture and officially unveiled PCI–STRIDES Intelligent Mobility Pte. Ltd. (PSIM) in Singapore. Headquartered in Singapore, PSIM will pursue smart mobility and rail technology opportunities, with a focus on Southeast Asia. It will combine the parent companies’ advanced rail technology and systems integration capabilities, with extensive expertise in rail operations, maintenance know-how and asset management.

Based in Singapore and serving Southeast Asia, PSIM will deliver solutions including Automated Fare Collection (AFC), Integrated Supervisory Control Systems (ISCS), Signalling Systems (SIG), Communications Systems (COMMS), Power Supply Systems, rail systems integration, digital rail and mobility platforms, and life cycle support services for railway and public transport operators.

PCI has long specialised in smart rail transit solutions and offers a full-stack portfolio of technologies, products and solutions. These solutions are used in 49 cities worldwide, across 130 rail lines and over 2,500 metro stations and 4,600 kilometres of rail lines. PCI has delivered major urban rail demonstration projects at the RMB 10-billion and RMB 1-billion scale for Guangzhou Metro, Changsha Metro, Chengdu Metro and Chongqing Metro. It has also established an end-to-end presence across the smart metro value chain.

As Singapore’s leading public transport operator, SMRT brings nearly four decades of experience operating and maintaining rail networks in Singapore’s dense, high-demand urban rail market. Through this joint venture, both parties will bring to market rail solutions and innovations that help railway operators improve operational reliability, operating efficiency, passenger experience and asset performance, and support the efficient management of rail assets throughout their lifecycle.

In its initial phase, PSIM will focus primarily on opportunities in Southeast Asia, particularly in markets such as Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia, as these countries continue to increase investment in rail infrastructure and urban mobility, creating further market opportunities.

In Singapore, PSIM will actively pursue opportunities in new-build and existing-system renewal projects, using AI technology to drive the upgrade and transformation of legacy systems and improve operational efficiency. It can provide localised adaptation, proof of concept (POC) testing, and performance verification for rail transit products and solutions.

Over the longer term, there is potential to expand into selected markets in the Middle East, Central Asia and North Africa. Depending on the projects available, this could include the provision of technology services, participation in rail infrastructure investment or construction, and the assumption of operational roles.

View original content:https://www.prnewswire.com/apac/news-releases/pcistrides-intelligent-mobility-pte-ltd-established-to-advance-smart-rail-solutions-globally-302895695.html

SOURCE PCI Asia Technology Pte. Ltd.