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Spectra Group

BLOS Strategic Communications Systems and Tactical Radio Range Extension Technologies

Kingstone, Herefordshire, HR2 9ES United Kingdom Regional Offices
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Spectra Group specialises in mission critical beyond line of sight (BLOS) communications systems and secure networks.

We have over 20 years of experience in delivering solutions for governments around the globe; elite militaries; and private enterprises of all sizes. As a dynamic, agile, security accredited organisation, we leverage this experience to deliver Cyber Advisory and secure Hosted and Managed Solutions on time, to spec and on budget, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. Our gold-level partnerships with third-party vendors ensure best value and leading-edge technology is used.

Awards and Accreditations

In 2017, Spectra Group (UK) Ltd was listed as a Top 100 Government SME Supplier by the UK Crown Commercial Services. Battlespace magazine named Spectra’s CEO, Simon Davies, as 2017 Businessman of the Year. In 2019, Spectra was awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise (Innovation) for its SlingShot system.

Spectra Group (UK) Ltd is based in Hereford, UK, and holds ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation. Spectra Group (US) Inc was established in 2018 to directly support the US market.

Technology Overview

Spectra’s suite of technologies and systems provide reliable, resilient voice and data communications for areas with little or no communications infrastructure – predominantly in remote environments or environments that have been destroyed by natural disaster or conflict.

Slingshot

Beyond Line of Sight Tactical Radio Range Extension

Manpack Radio Range Extender

SlingShot is a cost-effective and straightforward way to achieve C2 Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Communications on the Move (COTM) over 1000+ kms, using in-service tactical radios. The SlingShot system uniquely works on all platforms with the majority of UHF and VHF radios; enabling L-Band Satcom using Inmarsat’s L-TAC global network.

Learn more: Slingshot BLOS Tactical Radio Range Extension

Troposcatter

Over The Horizon Communications Networks

troposcatter communications

If you need resilient and robust high-capacity networks over strategic distances in satellite-denied environments and with higher bandwidth capacity, a Troposcatter solution could be the answer.  The next generation of Troposcatter technology from Comtech delivers data rates to 200 Mb/s over 200km and more without the need for terrestrial or satellite repeaters.

Learn more: Troposcatter Over The Horizon Communications Networks

Products

Slingshot

BLOS Range Extension for Tactical Radios

Troposcatter

Over The Horizon Communications Networks for Satellite-denied Environments

Articles

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Philippines Armed Forces Strategic Communications Upgraded

Spectra Group is enhancing the Armed Forces of the Philippines' strategic communications by optimizing the capabilities of Comtech's Troposcatter Modular Transportable Transmission System for improved operational performance

Mar 24, 2025
Spectra Group Provides Mobile Communications Solution to Irish Defence Force

Spectra Group has been awarded a contract to supply the Irish Defence Force with Comtech’s Troposcatter Compact Over-the-Horizon Mobile Expeditionary Terminals (COMET), part of an ongoing distribution agreement

Feb 24, 2025
Spectra Group Amplifies Asia-Pacific Presence with New Australian Division

Spectra Group has expanded its global reach, launching a new Australian branch to enhance service and solutions for customers across the Asia-Pacific region

Nov 11, 2024
Communications Provider Renews Team Forces Sponsorship

Spectra Group, a producer of impressive operation-ready secure networks and BLOS communications systems, and is renewing its Silver Sponsorship for Team Forces this year

Jul 11, 2024
Spectra Group’s Next-Gen Tactical Radio System Successfully Trialled

Spectra Group will be discussing their new tactical radio system, GENSS, SlingShot, and the Troposcatter Family of Systems at Eurosatory in Paris

Jun 13, 2024
Spectra Group’s BLOS Communications Systems & Tactical Radio Range Extenders

Defense Advancement showcases Spectra Group's suite of technologies and systems that provide reliable voice and data communications for areas with little or no communications infrastructure

May 07, 2024
Tactical Radio Communications System Launched at SOF24

With a modular core framework and software-defined flexibility, the GENSS tactical radio communications system by Spectra Group will be launched to the US Defense market at SOF Week, 6-10 May 2024 at Booth 1805

May 03, 2024
Spectra Awarded Global Distribution Rights for Comtech’s Troposcatter FoS

The rights include the 500-Watt Mobile Transportable Transmission System (MTTS), the more mobile 10-Watt Compact Over-the-Horizon Mobile Expeditionary Terminal (COMET), and other new next-gen troposcatter systems

Mar 04, 2024
New Tactical Radio Communications Solution Launched

Spectra Group's GENSS, a significant advancement in the field of tactical radio communications, offers superior interoperability and is a comprehensive solution for voice and data communication on the battlefield

Jan 26, 2024
SlingShot SATCOM System Selected for Project Capstone 4

The SlingShot tactical radio range extension system by Spectra Group, in partnership with Inmarsat, has been selected for Project Capstone 4, the Army Futures Command’s premier integration and experimentation exercise in 2024

Oct 09, 2023
MoD Procures Troposcatter COMET Systems

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has acquired $8 million of Troposcatter Compact Over-the horizon Mobile Expeditionary Terminal (COMET) systems for 3 (UK) Division

Sep 12, 2023
Indonesian Army to Receive Spectra SlingShot SATCOM Systems

This first purchase will equip KOSTRAD with Manpacks, vehicle fits and SlingShot Tactical Operations Centre systems (STOCS), plus a two-year contract for the Inmarsat L-TAC service

Sep 08, 2023
UHF Commercial Band Upgrade for Spectra’s STOCS

The inclusion of commercial band UHF to the existing military VHF-UHF capability significantly enhances Slingshot's interoperability and flexibility in deployment

Jul 20, 2023
BLOS Range Extension for Tactical Radios Demonstrated to US DoD

Spectra Group completed successful live demonstrations of its SlingShot capability to US DoD across long-distance scenarios including delivery of precision fires and intercontinental strategic communications exercises

May 05, 2023
Importance of Reliable & Secure Military Communications for Mission Success

In this article, Spectra Group explores how its SlingShot and Troposcatter solutions provide secure, reliable, and high-speed communication for military...

Mar 29, 2023
British Army Receives Troposcatter COMET Systems for C2 Experiments

Spectra Group’s Troposcatter COMET will help support the Allied Rapid Reaction Corps 3-star HQ’s rapid deployment role, enabling the communication of large data in a tactical environment without relying on host nation infrastructure or satellites

Mar 10, 2023
BLOS Communication & Radio Range Extension Technologies for Defense

Defense Advancement showcases Spectra Group’s suite of technologies and systems which provide reliable, resilient voice and data communications for areas with little or no communications infrastructure

Jan 24, 2023
Over 7000 SlingShot Satellite Communication Systems Delivered Globally

Spectra Group has celebrated a significant milestone with over 7,000 SlingShot Satellite Communication Systems now in operation with specialist or regular forces across 24 countries

Sep 23, 2022
Troposcatter COMET Communications System for British Royal Marines 

Spectra Group’s Troposcatter Compact Over-the horizon Mobile Expeditionary Terminal (COMET) system is satellite independent and works in a GPS/GNSS denied environment, suitable for Peer-on-Peer conflict/Multi Domain Integration

Mar 22, 2022
SlingShot Satellite Communications System Order for Undisclosed European MoD

The SlingShot system by Spectra Group is unique in that it can be integrated with in-service UHF and VHF tactical communications radios to extend the range from 30km to 1000(+) km on the move, in all conditions

Sep 16, 2021

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Spectra Demonstrates SlingShot System for Tactical Radio Range Extension

Spectra Group specialises in mission critical beyond line of sight (BLOS) communications systems and secure networks. We have over 20 years of experience in delivering solutions for governments around the globe; elite militaries; and private enterprises of all sizes. As a dynamic, agile, security accredited organisation, we leverage this experience to deliver Cyber Advisory and secure Hosted and Managed Solutions on time, to spec and on budget, ensuring compliance with

Spectra Group Introduces its Slingshot BLOS Range Extension for Tactical Radios
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