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Mission-Critical Technology for Smarter, Safer Military Bases

As Defence faces accelerating threats and systems ageing, technology has become the decisive lifeline for resilience, secure decision‑making, and operational advantage.

Telent provides advanced Defence IT services and pioneering Defence Technology solutions that transform traditional operations into connected, intelligent ecosystems. From smart military bases to secure military networking solutions, our expertise ensures mission-critical resilience, seamless communication, and future-ready infrastructure. With a focus on security, scalability, and innovation, we help defence organisations stay ahead of evolving challenges and deliver uncompromised performance.

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Transforming Defence Operations with Secure, Intelligent Technology

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Smart Bases

Delivering secure, connected infrastructure for Smart Bases, integrating IoT, 5G, and AI to optimise defence operations and resilience.

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IoT Software & Sensors

Delivering intelligent, sensor-driven platforms for defence environments, enabling real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and operational insight.

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Command & Control

Integrating mission-critical systems into unified control platforms, enhancing situational awareness and operational coordination across defence sites.

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Tactical Private 5G

Deploying secure, high-bandwidth private 5G networks to support mobile operations, data-rich applications, and resilient field communications.

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Professional Services

Delivering UK-wide professional services across the full project lifecycle, integrating multiple technologies in diverse defence environments to maximise operational value.

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Private Radio Systems

Enabling robust, encrypted voice and data communications through tailored private radio networks for secure field operation.

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Cloud & Data Centre

Delivering scalable cloud and hybrid data centre solutions to support secure storage, compute, and digital transformation in defence.

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Support Services

Offering end-to-end support from field engineering to service desk, ensuring uptime and rapid response across critical infrastructure.

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Vehicle Connectivity

Equipping defence vehicles with integrated communications and data systems for enhanced mobility, safety, and mission readiness.

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CCTV

Providing advanced CCTV systems and analytics to safeguard assets, monitor activity, and support incident response across defence sites.

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Cyber Security

A suite of services that ensure your organisation is protected against cyber-attacks, spanning governance, risk and compliance (GRC), security assessment and IT security solutions.

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Campus Networks

Designing and deploying secure, high-performance campus networks to support defence operations, training, and administration.

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Fixed Infrastructure Networks

Telent delivers secure, scalable networks utilising a best of breed approach to networks for Defence organisations operating across multiple locations or campus environments. We transform legacy systems with modern, secure solutions that provide a resilient foundation for MOD operations, transformation, and long‑term continuity.

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Smart Base Applications

Telent’s Smart Base Applications deliver secure, connected and intelligent infrastructure for Defence environments. Combining resilient networks with IoT, sensors and automation, Smart Base enhances operational efficiency, situational awareness and sustainability. Telent enables Defence organisations to modernise estates, improve resilience and optimise mission‑critical operations with reliable, future‑ready digital capabilities.

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5G Private Networks

Telent delivers secure, high‑performance 5G Private Networks engineered for Defence. Designed for operational bases and deployed forces, they enable resilient, low‑latency connectivity for tactical communications, autonomous systems, real‑time surveillance, and data‑rich applications. Built for security, mobility, and mission readiness, our networks strengthen decision‑making across modern military environments.

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Secure by Design Cyber Security

Telent and Cyro Cyber deliver advanced defence‑grade cyber protection through a comprehensive suite of services spanning governance, risk and compliance (GRC), security assessment, and IT security solutions. Our integrated capabilities safeguard military operations, ensuring resilient, secure, and threat‑ready environments for confident, continuous mission performance.

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Trusted by Industry Leaders in Critical National Infrastructure

Telent partners with organisations at the heart of the UK’s critical national infrastructure delivering secure, reliable and innovative solutions that keep the country moving and connected.

Hinkley Point C

In 2019, Telent was awarded the contract to design, install and commission the communications and IT infrastructure at Hinkley Point C – the UK’s first nuclear plant in 30 years. This includes a dual data centre infrastructure and both wireless and wired communications networks to connect approximately 150 buildings.

National Highways

In 2017, Telent was awarded the contract to operate and manage National Roads Telecommunication Services, a critical part of the UK’s 4,400-mile strategic road network. NRTS links 30,000 roadside assets to regional control centres and the National Traffic Operations Centre, enabling safe and efficient network management.

Transport for London

Transport for London has been a key Telent customer since 1996, with Telent maintaining critical communication assets across London. Over the years, we’ve built a strong partnership, managing a wide and complex range of systems to keep the city at the forefront of traffic technology and safety.

Maritime & Coastguard Agency

Telent has supported the MCA for over a decade, maintaining radio equipment at HM Coastguard sites and providing additional services. In July 2020, Telent signed a new 10-year contract to design, build and operate an upgraded mission-critical communications network for HM Coastguard.

Ambulance Radio Programme

Telent has been awarded a major contract to upgrade the mobile communications devices in all 11 NHS Ambulance Trusts across England & Wales. The ARP Mobile Data & Vehicle Solution (MDVS) Programme provides resilient mobile data communication suitable for Ambulances, Rapid Response and other emergency vehicles.

Building Stronger Defence Communities with Our Sponsorships

Army Cadets UK annual STEM Challenge

Telent brought engineering to life with hands‑on evening navigation and mesh‑networking sessions, helping Army Cadets build off‑grid communications with off‑the‑shelf kit and inspiring the next generation to innovate and stay connected in tough environments.

Royal Air Force (RAF) Clay Target Shooting Team

Continuing our support for the RAF Clay Target Shooting Team at the prestigious CPSA World English Sporting Championships, Telent celebrated excellence as Andrew Emmett presented the RAF High Gun Trophy to the top-performing shooter among 50 Armed Forces competitors.

RAF Locking Commemorative Area

Proud to help create a commemorative space honouring 60 years of technical training at RAF Locking, a site that shaped thousands of Armed Forces personnel and international trainees.

Team Forces UK, Zara Lachlan

After 97 days at sea, Zara Lachlan became the first female and youngest person to row solo, unsupported, and non-stop from mainland Europe to South America. Telent is proud to have supported this extraordinary feat through TeamForces.

The British Army’s, Royal Logistics Corps (RLC) Mountain Bike Enduro Team

Telent proudly sponsored the British Army’s Royal Logistics Corps Mountain Bike Enduro Team for the 2024 season, providing 15 MT500 D30 body protectors to enhance rider safety during increasingly technical and demanding competition stages.

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