Industry News
Senate inquiry recommends nationalising Triple Zero functions
The Senate's Environment and Communications References Committee has produced a report with 11 recommendations that highlight the need for an overhaul of the Triple Zero system. [ + ]
Tiny satellite to eavesdrop on whispers from the early universe
The dark side of the Moon will be used as a shield so that the satellite can block out all the noise from Earth and listen for a faint whisper from the early universe. [ + ]
Mat Jones appointed CEO of BAI Communications
Jones is set to lead the company through its next phase of growth, underpinned by recent contract wins including Sydney Metro West and management of the NSW PSN. [ + ]
Teltronic to provide broadband comms for Chilean train lines
The broadband communications network will provide data transmission services for two new lines of EFE Trenes de Chile, Chile's state-owned railway company. [ + ]
Optus outage comes just days after UOMO Bill passes House
A recent voice outage came two days after the passage of the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation (UOMO) Bill through the House of Representatives. [ + ]
Keynote update for Comms Connect Melbourne next month
Comms Connect Melbourne has added more high-level keynote speakers — secure your seat now before early-bird pricing ends on 11 September. [ + ]
Telstra outage sparks call for enforceable reliability standards
The outage was primarily a result of Telstra not treating network timing as a sovereign function requiring the highest levels of oversight and protection. [ + ]
Comms Connect Melbourne workshops announced
The half-day workshops will be conducted by Comms Connect Association Partner ARCIA and Supporting Partner ACCF/TCCA. [ + ]
Acoustic sensing used for drone detection
Researchers have developed an intelligent acoustic sensor solution that detects and localises drones based on their characteristic sound patterns, even without visual contact. [ + ]
Motorola acquires D-Fend Solutions for US$1.5bn
The deal provides public safety and enterprise customers with access to advanced counter-unmanned aerial systems designed to neutralise rogue drone threats. [ + ]
RFI expands portfolio of Telstra Approved products, reinforcing partnership
The approved range includes selected antennas, couplers, loads, jumpers and splitters. [ + ]
Comms Connect Melbourne 2026 conference program highlights unveiled
The conference organisers have announced a stellar line-up of international and local critical comms experts and leaders. [ + ]
MOU aims for laser link between re-entry vehicle and satellite
Astroligh and ATMOS Space Cargo aim to jointly demonstrate the first in-flight optical communications link between a re-entry spacecraft and an orbiting satellite. [ + ]
More communication trailers rolled out in Qld
Three more satellite-powered ARNI communication trailers have been rolled out across Far North Queensland, keeping communities connected during severe weather events. [ + ]
Govt funds improved frontline connectivity for NSW SES
New portable connectivity kits, nimble internet-enabled forward command vehicles and satellite vessel tracking are being rolled out by the NSW SES thanks to $7.7m in funding. [ + ]
