Critical Infrastructure Technologies and Babcock International Expand Defense Collaboration to Europe and Southeast Asia

Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. has entered into an increased scope Memorandum of Understanding with Babcock International Group to co-develop and build a rapidly deployable platform integrating 5G communications, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, and counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems capabilities. The expanded agreement now covers all of Europe and Southeast Asia, whereas the original MOU signed in September 2025 was focused exclusively on supplying 50 Nexus 20 platforms to the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The original agreement was established at the Defence and Security Equipment International expo in London to address a specific request from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence. The increased scope reflects significant opportunities identified for the Nexus 20 platform across the newly added regions. This expansion represents a strategic broadening of the partnership's geographic focus and potential market reach.

Brenton Scott, CEO of Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd., stated that expanding the collaboration with Babcock International Group allows the companies to promote the Nexus 20 into these new regions. He noted that the first Nexus 20 platform is scheduled to arrive in the European Union in April 2026 for region-wide demonstrations, expressing confidence about the prospects for 2026. The company's technology is designed to address limitations of current rapidly deployable communication solutions through its self-deploying platform, which supports radio equipment including LTE and various technological payloads such as surveillance and anti-drone systems.

Babcock International Group is a FTSE 100 international defence company operating across multiple global regions including the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with additional export markets. The company's stated purpose is to create a safe and secure world through complex support and product solutions that enhance customers' defence capabilities and critical assets. Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. is listed on the CSE with operations in Perth, Western Australia, and focuses on creating autonomous, high capacity, rapidly deployable technology for sectors including mining, defence, border security/surveillance and emergency services.

The implications of this expanded collaboration are significant for defense and security sectors across Europe and Southeast Asia. The Nexus 20 platform's integration of 5G communications with ISR and counter-UAS capabilities addresses growing needs for mobile, secure communications infrastructure in conflict zones and emergency situations. This technology could enhance military communications resilience, improve surveillance capabilities, and provide counter-drone defenses in regions facing security challenges. The expansion beyond Ukraine suggests broader market recognition of the platform's potential applications and may signal increased demand for rapidly deployable communications solutions in multiple theaters. More information about Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. can be found at https://www.citech.com.au, while the original press release is available at https://www.newmediawire.com.