Bittium received purchase orders from the Finnish Defence Forces

Bittium has received purchase orders from the Finnish Defence Forces for system support of the Bittium Tough SDR Handheld and Vehicular radios, designed for tactical communication, as well as for the Bittium Tactical Wireless IP Network™ (TAC WIN) software‑defined radio system. The purchase orders apply to the year 2026 and include technical support for the systems, software and security updates and system support management. The value of the purchase orders is approximately EUR 5 million.

Bittium has also received a purchase order from the Finnish Defence Forces for TAC WIN system and Bittium Tough VoIP™ communication system devices. The purchase order includes TAC WIN systems’ tactical routers, radio heads, and Bittium Tough Comnode™ devices. The value of the purchase order is approximately EUR 2.4 million and is delivered during 2026

In modern communications systems, software plays a central role. The system support ensures that the radios and system remain up to date against evolving operational requirements and emerging threats.

TAC WIN system and Tough Comnode devices provide secure, high-performance broadband communications for mobile troops, enabling reliable voice and data to support situational awareness across the battlespace. This enhances operational effectiveness by ensuring resilient communications in demanding and dynamic environments.

Bittium and the Finnish Defence Forces have jointly developed the TAC WIN system as part of Finland’s M18 C5 system since 2011. The order placed now is a continuation of previous TAC WIN device orders. The products are used by all military branches of the Finnish Defence Forces and support the combat doctrine where mobility, leading the troops on the move, and effective communications play a key role.

The purchase orders have been issued under a Partnership Agreement between Bittium and the Finnish Defence Forces. The Partnership Agreement applies to the years 2025–2036 and establishes a framework for purchasing Bittium’s devices, software, and services. The purchases are planned together with the Finnish Defence Forces for each year. The Finnish Defence Forces will issue separate purchase orders for the products and services in several batches according to what has been agreed in the Partnership Agreement.

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