Critical Communications World 2026 (CCW 2026) takes place in London Excel on 16-18 June 2026
Providing 3 days of leading edge knowledge on critical communications development via top notch conference, exhibition gathering the best innovations throughout the value chain and highest quality opportunities for networking
The Finnish ecosystem via Critical Communications Finland is proud to be a prominent supporter, exhibitor and contributor to the event for a decade now.
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Finnish Critical Communications Ecosystem
The Critical Communications Finland ecosystem covers all related sectors starting from defence, Public Protection and Disaster Relief (PPDR) i.e police, rescue, ambulance etc., critical infrastructure such as power utilities, transport and resource industries.
Further, it covers the entire critical communications value chain from end user, agencies, critical communication operator, public operators, integrators, network, device and accessory providers, application developers, training, planning and consulting.
The ecosystem seeks cooperation and exchange of best practises globally.
Unique leading edge experience
Benefit of being poor enough…
Back in the previous millenium various agency specific analogue public safety radio networks were coming to their end of life – in fact falling apart. Each agency requested funding for a replacement. This was rejected. Finland could only afford one network that had to be shared by all agencies.
Era of multiagency cooperation begins…
Nationwide digital TETRA radionetwork, Virve, roll-out was completed in the early years of 2000s. At first the user were the blue light organisations – police, fire and and ambulance – and defence. However, the benefits of being able to communicate and cooperate cross agancies became so overwhelming that all actors responsible for functioning society were invited to join including critical infrastructure and railways. This has expanded beyond national borders as Swedish and Norwegian public safety TETRA networks are cross-connected. Also joint command and control could be developed. Centralised Emergency Response Centre (ERC) takes calls and dispatches for all agencies in unified fashion throuhgout the nation. Field command system provides common situational awareness and joint preparedness process shares preparatory tasks prior to storms or other identified risks mitigating the impacts.
Transformation to information centric operation…
Currently, Virve 2, 4G/5G based service is being introduced. Group video service among other shift the operational model toward information centric operation. Experience how to build Mission Critical Broadband service is gained.
Finnish Ecosystem at the Critical Communications World 2026 (CCW 2026)
Download your own copy
Success In Cooperation – Critical Communications From Finland
magazine.
The magazine provides you with in-depth information about the Finnish Critical Communications ecosystem, the Virve public safety service and its users, presentations of each CCW26 participating member organisation with contact information and a handy map of the Finnish pavilion.
Finnish pavillion 2026
Where to find us
Critical Communications Finland with the ecosystem members can be found along the main aisle on stand D20.
CCW 2026 Finnish Pavilion Members
Erillisverkot is a Finnish state-owned company with a special mission: it provide authorities and critical infrastructure operators secure and reliable ICT services under all conditions. They ensure that Finland is the safest country in the world now and in the future by providing Virve TETRA and Virve2 4G / 5G Mission Critical service to all authorities and critical infrastructure stakeholders. They also run national secure backbone and data centres
Beaconsim is the world leading in critical communication simulation for opertional communication planning and training
Bittium is a leading device vendor for Mission Critical, Security and Defence markets
CAREWINGS-5G is an EU funded multi-partner project, exploring how 5G connectivity and drone technologies can extend care and operational response in time-critical situations
Crown Defence is the leading UAS solution developer in the electromagentic space
Goodmill Systems is a leading Mission Critical Multi-Access Router provider in the world
HMD Secure offers devices, services, and software with the security, reliability, and interoperability needed for some of the most demanding jobs in the world
Jolla offers independent privacy first mobile operating system capable running Android applications, pricavy and open source driven devices and EDGE AI solutions.
Naficon is a leader in specialised fiber optics cables and solutions
Net Technologies specialies in radio network planning for critical demanding networks and environments
Nokia is the world leader in mobile and fixed telecom networks
Come and visit us at stand D20
Roger-GPS brings GNSS signal, time and sync indoors – event to places where is has been previously not possible.
Sasken Finland is the trusted partner for Mission Critical wireless solutions R&D – from concept to production be it on RF, embedded software, electronics or digital experience
Stop Noise is innovative device accessory provider enabling Mission Critical physical user interface for consumer type mobile phones
VTT Research is the state research institute with deep knowledge of critical communication, resilience, telecommunications
CCW 2026 Partner members
Airbus Defence and Space is the leading Mission Critical networks and narrowband to broadband transition solution provider
Stand: E1
Modirum Platforms is leading innovator in delivering secure, AI-driven solutions for Critical Communications
Stand: G30
Critical Communications Finland Theatre
First in the world Device-to-Device Sidelink Module integration demonstation
Device-to-Device connection is a life critical capability for first responders when out of network coverage.
In 3GPP 5G technology the answer is the Device-to-Device Communication over 5G Sidelink.
In CCW26 the world first public demonstration of Device-to-Device Sidelink Module integration takes place
Date and time:
16th June at 12:00 and 18th June at 10:30
Place:
Critical Communications Finland pavilion, Stand D20
Demonstation is brought to you by
- HMD Secure
- NOKIA
- Qualcomm
- Streamwide
Theatre presentations program
Tuesday 16th June
12:00 – 12:30 Direct Communications Beyond Networks: 3GPP Sidelink for Mission-Critical Operations
This live demonstration showcases how 3GPP NR Sidelink enables direct device-to-device communications without relying on cellular, satellite, or Wi-Fi infrastructure. Designed for public safety, defense, and critical infrastructure users, the demonstration highlights how first responders and tactical teams can maintain communications and situational awareness in disconnected, congested, or denied environments. The session will also present the integration of Sidelink into the HMD Secure ecosystem and its interoperability with mission-critical applications.
Provided by HMD Secure, NOKIA, Qualcomm and Streamwide
14:00 – 14:30 Sailfish OS – the European privacy-first mobile operating system
Jolla is a Finnish technology company developing privacy-first solutions including Sailfish OS, the only European mobile operating system. In our presentation, we will showcase Sailfish OS through Jolla’s flagship product, the new Jolla Phone, highlighting secure mobile technology
Presented by Sami Pienimäki, CEO, Jolla
15:00 – 15:30 Sasken Hybrid Gateway for Critical Communications – Mission-critical connectivity combining 5G Terrestrial, 5G NTN, DECT NR+ and Wi‑Fi
Sasken’s hybrid gateway integrates 5G (terrestrial and satellite/NTN), DECT NR+, and Wi Fi into a single solution to ensure reliable communication even in challenging conditions such as emergencies and remote areas. It provides continuous connectivity with automatic failover, extended coverage beyond traditional networks, and secure team communication with improved situational awareness. The solution is designed for public safety, defense, and critical infrastructure use, while simplifying deployment by replacing multiple systems with one future ready device
Presentended by Mikko Keskilammi, Sasken Finland
16:00 – 16:30 Performance and validation of Mission Critical Services under realistic conditions
The demo showcases prioritized mission critical services (C2/MCX) and their performance validation under realistic conditions. It highlights Virve 2 network and coexisting private and public 5G Standalone networks across urban, maritime, and drone use case scenarios. While new network features significantly improve QoS, coverage, capacity, and reliability, they require thorough validation and testing before deployment—demonstrated here by a joint effort of Erillisverkot, VTT, and CCF members.
Presented by Seppo Horsmanheimo, VTT
Wednesday 17th June
14:00 – 14:30 Sailfish OS – the European privacy-first mobile operating system
Jolla is a Finnish technology company developing privacy-first solutions including Sailfish OS, the only European mobile operating system. In our presentation, we will showcase Sailfish OS through Jolla’s flagship product, the new Jolla Phone, highlighting secure mobile technology
Presented by Sami Pienimäki, CEO, Jolla
Thursday 18th June
10:30 – 11:00 Direct Communications Beyond Networks: 3GPP Sidelink for Mission-Critical Operations
This live demonstration showcases how 3GPP NR Sidelink enables direct device-to-device communications without relying on cellular, satellite, or Wi-Fi infrastructure. Designed for public safety, defense, and critical infrastructure users, the demonstration highlights how first responders and tactical teams can maintain communications and situational awareness in disconnected, congested, or denied environments. The session will also present the integration of Sidelink into the HMD Secure ecosystem and its interoperability with mission-critical applications.
Provided by HMD Secure, NOKIA, Qualcomm and Streamwide
Registration and meeting enquiries
Registration
CCW 2026 requires registration for security purposes.
Attendance as such is free of charge.
Request for a meeting
Request for a meeting with Critical Communications Finland or any participating member by filling the form below.
Note: For meeting requests with CCF members your contact information will be passed on to the relevant organisation