By Zoila Palma: The British Army’s 16 Air Assault Brigade is set to receive advanced tactical communications equipment designed to enhance battlefield awareness and decision-making.
The system, expected to be fully deployed in early 2026, integrates MPU5 radios with ruggedized smartphones capable of transmitting messages, video, and real-time enemy locations to commanders stationed thousands of miles away, BBC reports.
Soldiers from the brigade’s 216 (Parachute) Signal Squadron recently tested the technology in the dense jungles of Belize, a challenging environment chosen for its extreme heat, humidity, and limited visibility.
Officers said the conditions provided a crucial proving ground for the equipment’s “self-healing” network, which can automatically reroute connections if communication links are disrupted.
According to brigade leaders, the new system will reduce the amount of gear troops must carry while significantly improving situational awareness and operational speed.
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By Zoila Palma: The British Army’s 16 Air Assault Brigade is set to receive advanced tactical communications equipment designed to enhance battlefield awareness and decision-making. The system, expected to be fully deployed in early 2026, integrates MPU5 radios with ruggedized smartphones capable of transmitting messages, video, and real-time enemy locations to commanders stationed thousands of
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