PMRExpo 2025 has once again cemented its position as Europe’s leading trade fair for professional mobile radio and security communications. With 268 exhibitors from 29 countries and around 6,000 trade visitors, the fair recorded a ten per cent increase in visitor numbers. Visitor groups from the Netherlands, Austria and Sweden grew particularly strongly.

PMRExpo covers the entire spectrum of secure communications and is aimed at participants from public safety authorities (BOS), critical infrastructure operators (KRITIS) and industry. For the first time, the focus was also on civil-military cooperation – a direct response to growing hybrid threats and increasing demands for interoperability and common interfaces.

Technical depth and current technologies

The trade fair offered a comprehensive overview of current technologies and future developments in mission- and business-critical communication systems. In addition to classic BOS communication, the main topics were private 5G campus networks, cybersecurity and drone technologies.

The PMRExpo Summit explored these topics in depth in practical presentations for police, fire services, KRITIS operators and control centres. There was a particular focus on integrating operational requirements with technological developments in order to create concrete added value for deployment. At the same time, the Broadband Forum of the Federal Agency for Digital Radio of the BOS (BDBOS) provided insights into modern broadband services for high-performance mobile voice and data communication.

PMRExpo meets defence technology

The first-ever integration of the Defence Technology Congress into PMRExpo emphasised the urgency of civil-military cooperation. Panels and workshops over two days covered topics such as interoperability, communication structures, cyber and drone technologies, and challenges and opportunities for public authorities and the armed forces.

Innovative strength: AI in crisis communication

For the first time, the trade fair presented the results of Hackathon@PMRExpo, in which 40 young professionals developed AI-based solutions for crisis communication. The highlight was the ‘DispatchBuddies’ solution, an AI that analyses emergency calls in real time, recognises relevant information and automatically creates situation overviews.

PMRExpo 2025 – exhibitor highlights and top solutions

PMRExpo 2025 impressively demonstrated how dynamically the market for secure and highly available communication systems is developing. In addition to the strategic discussion on civil-military cooperation, broadband communication and KRITIS protection, exhibitors presented a wide range of new products, system solutions and technology platforms. The trade fair overview makes it clear that innovations today arise at the interface between radio technologies, AI-supported data processing, modern network infrastructure and operational practice.

The following product highlights are among the technological focal points of the trade fair and reflect the direction in which mission- and business-critical communications in Europe are heading.

Airbus Secure Land Communications GmbH (Germany)

Airbus presented its new critical communications system Agnet at PMRExpo 2025. The components Agnet, Agnet TETRA (hybrid solution for TETRA/smartphone) and Agnet via Satcom (satellite connection) were on display. Live demonstrations of these solutions were held at the stand, and Airbus was represented with specialist presentations and panel discussions. Airbus expert Christian Huhn took part in the panel discussion ‘Emergency communications during blackouts and attacks – resilient solutions for KRITIS’. A speaker slot on the future of critical communications (TETRA to 3GPP MCX) was also offered. [ criticalcommunications.airbus.com]

Airsys BV Europe (Netherlands)

Airsys presented itself at its stand primarily as a solutions provider for BOS communications. The Airsys Technical Services offering and various complete solutions (logistics, support, training) for KRITIS customers were presented. Airsys also showcased Motorola Solutions’ ‘Solving for Safer’ initiative. No specific new hardware was mentioned; instead, the focus was on services and innovation projects that support hybrid networks and secure BOS communications. [airsys.com]

ATDI SA (UK)

ATDI presented its radio network planning and spectrum management software HTZ. The focus was on new features of the HTZ platform. Among other things, a 5G Tactical Edge Demo was presented, in which mobile 5G nodes are activated after a mast failure (e.g. due to a drone attack) to restore connectivity in a KRITIS scenario. Another highlight was a use case in which HTZ-based planning systems are used for robust railway communications. ATDI thus demonstrated how its planning and interference management software increases the reliability of critical radio networks. [atdi.com]

BHE Bonn Hungary Electronics Ltd. (Hungary)

BHE presented its proven radio repeater solutions for critical infrastructures. The stand showcased the latest TETRA/LTE radio amplifiers and antenna components, which are used to eliminate dead spots in tunnels, high-rise buildings and underground facilities. BHE emphasises the long-term testing of its repeaters (‘from tunnels to skyscrapers’). [bhe-corp.com]

Deutsche Telekom Geschäftskunden GmbH (Germany)

Telekom focused on T Mission, its platform for BOS communication via mobile radio. An interworking function (IWF) between the new MCx system (LTE/5G broadband) and classic TETRA radio was demonstrated for the first time at the stand. This allows emergency services to be seamlessly connected across both technologies. Telekom also presented its prioritised 4G/5G network for BOS (including mission-critical push-to-talk, push-to-video and IoT connections). The ‘T Mission Truck’ brought mobile communications priority technology directly to the trade fair. (At the trade fair itself, the IWF demo was the new highlight [geschaeftskunden.telekom.de].

Fraunhofer FOKUS (Germany)

Fraunhofer FOKUS presented a reference for 5G campus networks in critical infrastructures. Using the example of a 5G test network at Schönhagen Airport, the researchers presented a privately operated 5G campus network for airports. Live demonstrations were held at the stand: a video link was used to show how drone collisions can be avoided by evaluating drone camera data via the campus network. Technically, the system is based on a multi-operator architecture and Open5GCore. This provided a practical demonstration of how airports and other critical infrastructure areas can benefit from local 5G networks [fokus.fraunhofer.de].

HMF Smart Solutions (Sweden/Germany)

HMF provided an outlook on upcoming TETRA and MCX equipment. A new feature at the trade fair was the new TETRA release (as a ‘milestone for the TETRA standard’). In addition, a 5G demo device (‘5G Smart Box’) was shown, illustrating the setup of private 5G networks, as well as the current version of the AccessNet® MCX platform for broadband MCPTT and MCData. HMF also presented a mission-critical IoT concept that combines TETRA and MCX functions for IoT applications. In a joint live demo with Druid Software, the company demonstrated the interoperability between 5G-MCX and TETRA (seamless switching, central network topology). [criticalcommunicationsreview.com]

Imtradex GmbH (Germany)

Imtradex promoted intercoms, alarms and control centre peripherals for public safety organisations and industry at the trade fair. According to the manufacturer, Imtradex presented ‘cutting-edge solutions’ for control centres, energy and transport networksimtradex.de. In particular, the focus was on new operator consoles alongside HD alarm bells, intercom systems and special fire brigade headsets. [imtradex.de]

Motorola Solutions (USA)

Motorola Solutions presented a wide range of developments for emergency services networks and critical communications environments at PMRExpo 2025. The updates centred on Dimetra Connect, a gateway system that supports seamless transition between TETRA and LTE/5G (MCX). This allows voice and data services to automatically switch to the broadband network as soon as TETRA coverage is limited, which is particularly important for mobile operations and large-scale disruptions. This was complemented by Eco Mode, an energy-saving function for TETRA base stations that puts unused radio units into standby mode. This significantly reduces energy consumption without compromising available capacity – a relevant contribution to cost optimisation in BOS operations.

Another highlight was the new HABLAR Deployable System, a flexible 4G/5G deployable system for mobile BOS and military scenarios. It combines broadband communication with an integrated TETRA backup, offering for the first time an LTE system with a proven TETRA fallback for voice services. Motorola Solutions also showcased its latest bodycams and smart city cams from its Video Intelligence range, the cloud-based control centre platform Guardian with integrated CAD/ICCS functionality, and robust HF and VHF communication solutions for demanding operational environments.

pei tel Communications GmbH (Germany)

pei tel presented several new system solutions for BOS practitioners. The stand showcased the revamped PTFireCom: this intercom system for firefighter breathing apparatus enables fully automated voice communication between team members without the need for hand signals. Another highlight was the expansion of the PTRadioBridge: professional video transmission can now be integrated, supported by Motorola’s Orchestrate AI software, to digitally connect people and machines. In addition, PTSmartMonitoring (remote reading via LTE for BOS devices) and PTIntercom (in-vehicle intercom system) were demonstrated live. [peitel.com]

Hytera Communications Germany GmbH (China)

Hytera launched three new radios at PMRExpo: the PoC handheld radios P50E and P60, and the multiband device S1 E. The P50E is a compact, keyless push-to-talk-over-cellular device with NFC check-in function for route checks. The P60 meets mission-critical standards and offers prioritisation for voice/video on 4G/5G, dual SIM/ESIM, Wi-Fi and an integrated HD camera with pre-recording for evidence preservation. The stand (C036-D039) also promoted the new cloud PTT service ‘HALO PTX’ and the MCX handheld radio PNC660 (450 MHz). Hytera also presented bodycams and special solutions for energy, oil/gas and airport networks. Overall, the most comprehensive PoC/MCX portfolio ever presented by Hytera at a trade fair was on display. [hytera.com]

DAMM Cellular Systems A/S (Denmark)

At PMRExpo 2025, DAMM focused primarily on its new BS422 base station system. The BS422 is a compact outdoor base station that combines TETRA, DMR and analogue in an energy-efficient housing. According to the manufacturer, it is characterised by high flexibility, performance and low energy consumption. At the stand, DAMM conducted live demonstrations with the BS422 (performed by Hauke Holm) to demonstrate its easy integration into various BOS and private radio systems. [dammcellular.com]

RADIODATA GmbH (Germany)

RADIODATA presented two key new developments: the DMR base station BS2500 (a robust DMR base station for professional radio systems) and the new DIPRA pager system based on LoRa. The latter is an energy-efficient pager/lone worker system that utilises the long range of LoRa technology. This allows rescue workers to be reliably alerted and monitored even in areas that are difficult to access. RADIODATA positions both products as future solutions for critical networks with high reliability requirements. [radiodata.berlin]

Savox Communications Oy Ab (Ltd) (Finland)

Savox showcased its proven modular communication headsets and PTT controllers for fire services, police and industry. Savox also launched a new AI-based noise reduction feature in its intercom platform (Deep Learning Noise Reduction) to improve speech intelligibility in noisy operating conditions. [savox.com]

Outlook for 2026

The next PMRExpo will take place in Cologne from 24 to 26 November 2026. With further expansion of international participation, the integration of AI-supported systems and a focus on civil-military cooperation, the trade fair will once again provide key impetus for the future of professional security communications.