{"id":44990,"date":"2026-06-23T16:35:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T16:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/44990\/"},"modified":"2026-06-23T16:35:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T16:35:09","slug":"interoperability-and-communications-in-a-defence-exercise-in-slovakia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/44990\/","title":{"rendered":"Interoperability\u00a0and communications in a defence exercise in Slovakia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Advanced dual-use connectivity capabilities, including private 5G networks (5G bubbles<\/a>), enhanced security and cyber-resilience capabilities, as well as advanced\u00a0command and control\u00a0platforms for real-time information management and exchange, are critical not only for the civilian sector, but also for\u00a0military and defence operations<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

This example illustrates how defence innovation emerges from advanced dual-use technologies developed in the civilian sector and subsequently fuels a virtuous cycle of bidirectional innovation. It also highlights Telef\u00f3nica\u2019s role in a strategic domain that is closely linked to strengthening the technological sovereignty that the European Union seeks to consolidate.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tactical interoperability\u00a0and advanced communications in a defence exercise in Slovakia\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Security and information management are strategic and distinctive capabilities of Telef\u00f3nica.\u00a0The Spanish Armed Forces continue to move towards a fully multi-domain, multi-organisation\u00a0and interoperable operational model, in which the ability to share information in real time between units, platforms and agencies is just as important as the systems deployed on the ground themselves. In this context, the recent exercise organised by the\u00a0Defence Staff\u00a0(EMAD)\u00a0has highlighted the critical importance of secure,\u00a0interoperable\u00a0and resilient communications as a key enabler of modern operations.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The exercise, attended by the by the Chief of the Defence\u00a0(CHOD),\u00a0and various NATO officials, took place at the Lest military base in Slovakia between 1 and\u00a09 June.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Photo:Photo: Technological deployment at the Lest military base\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Within this context, Telef\u00f3nica played a significant role by\u00a0providing\u00a0two technological capabilities that reinforce the digital transformation of military operations: the\u00a0Secret-T\u00a0multi-connectivity suite and the\u00a0ARMESTO WEB information management platform.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Secret-T: secure end-to-end communications for multi-domain combat\u00a0 <\/p>\n

One of the main challenges of any joint operation is ensuring that all participants can communicate securely, regardless of the network or technology they are using. In today\u2019s operational environments, tactical private networks, legacy military infrastructure, narrowband radio\u00a0systems\u00a0and public broadband networks coexist, creating significant interoperability challenges; particularly when civilian organisations need to be integrated into a multifunctional environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

To address this need, Telef\u00f3nica deployed its\u00a0Secret-T\u00a0solution<\/a>, a multi-connectivity suite that provides secure end-to-end communications via an OTT (Over-The-Top) architecture independent of the underlying infrastructure.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Thanks to this capability, it was possible to integrate the following within a single operational environment:\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u2013 Broadband and narrowband communications<\/p>\n

\u2013 Private and public networks.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Users deployed across different operational domains<\/p>\n

\u2013 Voice, messaging, geolocation, data exchange and tactical coordination services under a unified model.<\/p>\n

The result is a resilient and adaptable communications capability that ensures operational continuity even when environmental conditions or network availability change. This approach is fully in line with the principles of interoperability, mobility and scalability required by modern military operations.\u00a0<\/p>\n

ARMESTO WEB: the Spanish equivalent of the DELTA system used by the Ukrainian Armed Forces\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Collaboration between actors that contribute diverse capabilities and knowledge is a key factor in accelerating the development of advanced solutions. Alongside\u00a0Ravenloop, Telef\u00f3nica contributed\u00a0ARMESTO WEB;\u00a0an advanced platform that enables the centralised or distributed management of users,\u00a0permissions\u00a0and applications, integrating with solutions from multiple providers and external directories.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Its flexible architecture allows it to\u00a0operate\u00a0in both on-premises and cloud environments, in synchronous or asynchronous mode, ensuring operational continuity in any scenario. Furthermore, it offers multi-device and multi-operating system access, enabling operators,\u00a0commanders\u00a0and deployed units to share information and\u00a0maintain\u00a0a common operational picture in real time.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Its functionality is comparable to that of the DELTA system used by the Ukrainian armed forces,\u00a0representing\u00a0a Spanish-developed alternative that provides technological sovereignty and the ability to adapt to the specific requirements of the Armed Forces.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Towards a hyper-connected Joint Force\u00a0 <\/p>\n

The combination of Secret-T and ARMESTO WEB demonstrates how the convergence of advanced telecommunications and\u00a0command and control systems<\/a>\u00a0is enabling the evolution towards a Joint Force that is more connected,\u00a0interoperable\u00a0and prepared to\u00a0operate\u00a0in complex scenarios.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Telef\u00f3nica\u2019s contribution to this exercise is not limited to providing connectivity. Its contribution has consisted of creating a\u00a0layer of interoperability that links heterogeneous technologies<\/a>,\u00a0facilitates\u00a0collaboration between different actors and ensures that critical information reaches those who need it securely, when they need it.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In a context where information superiority has become a decisive factor, solutions such as Secret-T and ARMESTO WEB represent a step forward towards Armed Forces that are more digital, more\u00a0resilient\u00a0and fully prepared for the challenges of the 21st-century multi-domain environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Innovation, collaboration and technological sovereignty\u00a0 <\/p>\n

Hybrid threats have become a day-to-day reality that our societies face with increasing frequency. As highlighted in various European analyses, the defence and security of the continent begin with networks. Telecommunications operators play a strategic role, as they are responsible for deploying and operating secure, resilient and interoperable networks that are essential for society.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The\u00a0Defence Omnibus<\/a>, recently adopted in June 2026, reflects the European intention to develop a simplification framework aimed at facilitating the strengthening of Europe\u2019s industrial defence capabilities. The\u00a0Action Plan on Drones and Counter-Drone Systems<\/a>\u00a0published by the European Union provides further evidence of growing European concern about strengthening security, resilience and preparedness in the face of emerging threats.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Europe\u2019s security and defence depend on advanced capabilities in connectivity,\u00a0cybersecurity\u00a0and information management. Thanks to its\u00a0expertise, technological\u00a0capabilities\u00a0and\u00a0track record\u00a0in critical environments, Telef\u00f3nica is a leading partner in supporting essential missions, protecting strategic\u00a0infrastructure\u00a0and strengthening Europe\u2019s resilience and strategic autonomy.\u00a0The exercise carried out in Slovakia is just one example of the capabilities that can be deployed in this field.\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Advanced dual-use connectivity capabilities, including private 5G networks (5G bubbles), enhanced security and cyber-resilience capabilities, as well as…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":44991,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[124],"tags":[439,8846,485,521,155],"class_list":["post-44990","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-telefonica","tag-cybersecurity","tag-defence","tag-innovation","tag-public-policy","tag-telefonica"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44990","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=44990"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/44990\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/44991"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=44990"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=44990"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/spain\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=44990"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}