Takeda(US:TAK) Thenewswire·2025-12-18 15:00Core Insights - Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CiTech) has expanded its collaboration with Babcock International Group to co-develop a platform integrating 5G communications and ISR capabilities for European and Southeast Asian markets [1][2] - The original MOU focused on supplying 50 Nexus 20 platforms to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, but the new agreement broadens the scope to include all of Europe and Southeast Asia [2] - The first Nexus 20 platform is expected to arrive in the EU in April 2026 for regional demonstrations, indicating a strong outlook for 2026 [3] Company Overview - CiTech specializes in autonomous, high-capacity mobile communications platforms, targeting sectors such as mining, defense, border security, and emergency services [5] - The company's first product, the Nexus 16, aims to provide critical mobile telecommunications using patented self-deploying technology [5] - CiTech has completed its research and development phase and is currently in the commercialization stage for its products [5] Partner Overview - Babcock International Group is a FTSE 100 defense company operating in multiple regions, including the UK, Australasia, Canada, France, and South Africa [3] - The company focuses on delivering complex support and product solutions to enhance defense capabilities and critical assets [3]