Eight African Nations Upgrade Aviation Message Handling with Frequentis

The advanced aviation message handling system (AMHS) from Frequentis has been put into operation in ASECNA member countries. It is the first major infrastructure program in Africa for Frequentis and the region will benefit from harmonised, state-of-the-art airspace communication.

One Billion Hours of Safe Air Travel with FREQUENTIS Advanced Voice and Data Gateway, VCX-IP

Frequentis has pioneered ATM-specific countrywide radio network solutions since 1995 and has performed installations in 70 countries across six continents. The largest VCX-IP deployments integrate hundreds of radio, phone and data services, comprising over 1,500 network nodes, connecting more than 70 sites with multiple centres

Successful Drone Test Flights in Austria for EU Project GOF 2.0

The drone market is growing rapidly and unmanned aerial vehicles, including air taxis, are the next milestone for the development of airborne digital mobility technologies.

UK Skies Protected by C4i Pty Ltd Secure Voice Communication System

C4i Pty Ltd, a Melbourne-based secure voice communications company, has provided its VOICE C2 voice over IP (VoIP) communication system (VCS) for the Ministry of Defence (MoD) Guardian project, providing the UK’s new Air Command and Control System.

Royal Netherlands Airforce Selects FREQUENTIS Secure Voice Communication System as Most Economically Advantageous in Tender

The Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) is replacing three end of life voice communication systems (VCS), selecting the Frequentis secure VCS as the most suitable for its demands in a competitive tender.

Slovenia Control Enhances Area and Terminal Control Performance with Frequentis Software

Slovenia Control has selected Frequentis to upgrade the software of its Safety Nets for the area and terminal control to provide enhanced performance, safety and alerting functionalities.

FREQUENTIS Continues Voice Communication System Replacement for Airservices Australia Under the OneSKY Program

Frequentis will provide Airservices with an independent backup voice communication solution for added resilience.

FREQUENTIS UTM System to Optimise Drone Operations for Norwegian Offshore Platforms

FREQUENTIS to extend UTM system for Avinor ANS, enabling safe and efficient drone use around offshore platforms.

France Selects FREQUENTIS Remote Digital Tower

Frequentis to deploy remote digital tower technology in France.

Finland Transforms Air Traffic Surveillance with FREQUENTIS’ Highly Resilient Wide Area Multilateration System

Finland is set to operate world’s largest Wide Area Multilateration (WAM) system with a network of 120 ground stations.

Mexico to enhance airspace network availability with FREQUENTIS satellite system upgrade

Frequentis to upgrade Mexican VSAT network in cooperation with ND Satcom.

FREQUENTIS and Metron Aviation Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Reduce Flight Costs and Environmental Impact

Frequentis Orthogon, a member of the Frequentis Group, manufacturers software for air traffic queue optimisation.

Düsseldorf Airport: Extended Use of Pre-Departure Sequencer

Düsseldorf airport has further extended the use of their departure manager. After seven successful years using the departure manager in Düsseldorf’s A-CDM implementation, the airport company assigned their affiliate company, SITA Airport IT GmbH, to procure the extension from ATRiCS, a member of the Frequentis Group.

ICAO and MEVA III Member States Extend Satellite Network Services With FREQUENTIS Until 2025

Frequentis to operate Central America and Caribbean satellite network for an additional three-year period.

Qatar Enhances Airspace Communication and Tower Automation with FREQUENTIS to Meet Expected Air Traffic Increases

Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) has selected Frequentis to upgrade its existing voice communication system (VCS) and modernise its air traffic control (ATC) tower operation to meet air traffic demand resulting from the World Cup in the country in 2022. The football World Cup expects to significantly increase the number of visitors to the region, with daily air traffic movements anticipated to increase from 700 to 1800 movements.

Uruguay Enhances Performance of its Ground Communication Infrastructure with FREQUENTIS smartMessenger

The Frequentis smartMessenger system, operational since 1999, has been regularly updated, in line with aviation requirements, and the latest upgrade will include the ability for digital data exchange and support the latest ICAO weather data format (IWXXM) as mandated by ICAO.

Frequentis UK Celebrates 30 Years of Keeping the British Public Safe

Despite the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, the UK subsidiary has continued its growth.

FREQUENTIS Extends Malaysian ATM-Grade Network Solution to Include Borneo

The Frequentis IP network solution has been extended to the second Malaysian Flight Information Region (FIR) to encompass the rest of Malaysia

Denmark’s Naviair Selects FREQUENTIS ATM System as Backup for Area Control Centre and Approach/Tower Units

This expansion of the RDT project will build upon the PRISMA APP solution integrated in the RDT system currently being implemented for the Billund Approach and Tower.

FREQUENTIS Australasia to Develop Drone Integration Platform for Airservices Australia

Frequentis is one of four companies selected to create a system tailored to Australia’s aviation industry, with in-field trials expected later in 2022.

FREQUENTIS Installs 201st Voice Switch for the US Federal Aviation Administration

Monroe, Louisiana (MLU) receives milestone voice communication installation in long-running FAA replacement programme.

FREQUENTIS Signs Agreement with Indra to Digitalise the EUROCONTROL Integrated Network Management (iNM) System

Frequentis will partner with Indra for the development of the EUROCONTROL Integrated Operational Airspace Data (iOAD) digital products.

FREQUENTIS Orthogon Wins Sustainability Award at World ATM Congress 2021

The annual World Air Traffic Management Congress has recognised the arrival manager (AMAN) system from Frequentis Orthogon in its annual awards, held in Madrid, Spain.

FREQUENTIS and Unmanned Experts Join Nasa Air Mobility Project

As low flying traffic over urban cities prepares to increase, Frequentis and Unmanned Experts, a world-leading autonomous robotics specialist, are joining the Nasa Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) project1.

Frequentis Orthogon and Micro Nav Enhance Air Traffic Control Training and Simulation with Integrated Tool

Frequentis Orthogon and Micro Nav have joined forces to offer the next generation of simulation controller working position (SimCWP) to increase the efficiency of air traffic controller (ATCO) training.

FREQUENTIS Orthogon Supports the Airport Operations Plan with its Demand Capacity Balancer Solution

The solution provides a powerful digital twin of the airport operations to make them more efficient and resilient to disruptions.

Ports of Jersey Upgrades Airspace Communication with FREQUENTIS IT Voice System

Frequentis is implementing three VCS systems in Jersey, supporting main, contingency and emergency operation systems.

FREQUENTIS Strengthens Position as Strategic Partner for NATS through the Acquisition of L3Harris Technologies Inc ATC Solutions and Orthogon

The acquisition extends Frequentis Group's technical solutions for air traffic control (ATC).

Acquisition of Australian-Based C4i Complements Frequentis Global Defence Portfolio

The completion of the acquisition of C4i Pty Ltd, formalised on 30 July 2021, completes the L3Harris transaction of 23 February 2021.

Dronecloud and FREQUENTIS Collaborate to Integrate Drone Platform with ATC Systems

Drone Flight Management Software provider Dronecloud has selected Frequentis to join a consortium that will collaborate on the development of open-standard integrations to help unlock Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone flights in the UK.

Kazakhstan Extends Safety-Critical Voice and Data Network with FREQUENTIS vitalsphere

Kazaeronavigatsia, Kazakhstan's National Air Navigation Services Provider (ANSP), has taken the next step in its ATM-grade network infrastructure program with Frequentis.

Air Traffic Optimisation Leader Orthogon Joins FREQUENTIS Group in First Step of L3Harris Acquisition

Frequentis portfolio benefits from Orthogon software, capable of reducing air traffic controller workload and carbon emissions.

Denmark’s First Integrated Digital Tower Completes Proof of Concept Testing With Frequentis DFS Aerosense

Naviair, the Danish Air Navigation Service provider (ANSP), has successfully completed proof of concept testing for its integrated digital tower and approach solution.

Frequentis Comsoft Integrates Space-Based ADS-B Data Into Isavia’s Surveillance Infrastructure

Isavia ANS, Iceland’s air navigation service provider, selected Frequentis Comsoft to integrate its space-based ADS-B surveillance data sources with the ground-based infrastructure consisting of radars, ADS-B ground stations and multilateration.

Fraport Slovenia enhances aeronautical data quality with Frequentis

Fraport Slovenia has selected Frequentis to enhance aeronautical data quality (ADQ) at Ljubljana airport with the smartADQ solution.

FREQUENTIS Digital Cloud Services: Paving the Way for Estonian U-space

Estonian Air Navigation Services (EANS) has been working with Frequentis to create an environment where drones and civil aviation can coexist in the shared airspace.

EU-Funded SlotMachine to Use Blockchain Technology for Cost Efficiency

With passenger numbers expected to gradually rise again, the aviation industry will be confronted with growing air traffic and limited capacity at airports and in the air.

FREQUENTIS and Bayanat to Support Dubai Air Navigation Services with Airport Contingency Plans

Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) to enhance pilot information services with Frequentis digital ATIS.

Skyguide Expands Collaboration with FREQUENTIS to Advance its Virtual Centre Strategy

Skyguide, a member of FABEC, is evaluating the Frequentis next-generation IT voice communication system, VCS3020X, and its ability to support the next phases of implementing its virtual centre strategy, within its One Voice Program.

FREQUENTIS and Avinor win Air Traffic Management Award for ATM/UTM Integration in Norway

The annual Air Traffic Management (ATM) magazine awards has selected Frequentis and Avinor Air Navigation Services (ANS), as the winner of its 2020 award for ATM/UTM (unmanned traffic management) integration.

SESAR JU Kicks off Urban Air Mobility Research Project GOF 2.0

With the further enhancement of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and air taxis in the rapidly growing drone market comes the need for the evolution of technologies and framework conditions for their safe coexistence with manned aircraft.

First Military Remote Digital Tower in the US Completes Systems Operation and Verification Test

US Department of Defense (DoD) enhances controller situational awareness with Frequentis Remote Digital Tower.

Skyguide Prioritises Customer Experience and Appoints FREQUENTIS for Consulting to Streamline Proccesses

Ports of Jersey Modernises Voice Communication with FREQUENTIS

Ports of Jersey (PoJ) Limited has selected Frequentis next-generation IT voice communication system (VCS) to upgrade three end-of-life systems at its main and contingency facilities, enhancing performance and availability.

FREQUENTIS and Robots Expert to Strengthen Cooperation on U-space Technologies in Finland and Estonia

Frequentis and Finnish drone advisory specialist Robots Expert have signed an agreement for the delivery of U-space (unmanned airspace) related solutions in Finland and Estonia.

Avinor ANS Rolls Out UTM System at Two Airport Towers in Norway

Avinor Air Navigation Services (ANS) is working with Frequentis and Altitude Angel to implement an unmanned traffic management (UTM) system at 18 airport towers across Norway.

Frequentis Facilitates Change to Weather Data Model to Meet Updated ICAO Standard

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has mandated that from November 2020 weather information must be provided in ICAO meteorological information exchange model, IWXXM, as well as in traditional alphanumeric code (TAC) format

Systems Interface and Frequentis Awarded Voice Communication Contract at UK Airport

Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) in the UK has commissioned the installation of a voice communication system (VCS) to replace the airport's legacy system.

Covid-19 Compels Aviation Industry to Speed up ATM Modernisation and Prioritise Business Continuity

Poland Enhances Air Situation Picture with FREQUENTIS and PANSA

Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) has worked together with Frequentis to implement the next generation tower flight data management system, Electronic Flight Progress Strips (EFES) to reduce air traffic controller (ATCO) workload and increase situational awareness.

Drones Support Estonian Emergency Services During Pandemic

Estonian Air Navigation Services (EANS) has enlisted the support of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) manufacturer Threod Systems and Frequentis to support Estonian blue-light forces with a series of essential drone operations during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Spain Enhances Airspace Safety with FREQUENTIS’ Contingency Voice Communication System

Frequentis will provide Spanish air navigation service provider (ANSP) ENAIRE with a contingency voice communication system (VCS) for air traffic control towers at nine locations across Spain.

Kazakhstan Extends Safety-Critical Voice and Data Network with FREQUENTIS vitalsphere™

Integrated Counter UAV Solution Led by FREQUENTIS and HENSOLDT

Frequentis and defence and security sensor specialist HENSOLDT sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to intensify collaboration on integrated counter-drone solutions for airports.

Frequentis Modernises Voice Communication at Hong Kong International Airport

The Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) has selected Frequentis to commission its VCS3020X at the backup air traffic control centre of the Hong Kong International Airport.

Frequentis SDN Improves Brazil’s Network Efficiency

Frequentis world’s first software-defined networking (SDN) technology for air traffic management (ATM) improves Brazil's network capability, reliability and efficiency.

Naviair to Tackle Efficiency and Service Provision with FREQUENTIS DFS AEROSENSE Remote Tower and Approach Centre

Denmark's air navigation service provider (ANSP) Naviair has selected an integrated remote tower and approach system from FREQUENTIS DFS AEROSENSE in order to manage increasing airspace demand and support the workload of air traffic control operators (ATCOs).

FREQUENTIS Group Awarded German Federal Funding for Project FALKE Counter Drone System

Frequentis Comsoft managing director Thomas Hoffman was awarded a funding agreement on behalf of the Frequentis Group from German Federal Minister Scheuer for the FALKE research project.

Frequentis and A1 Partner to Improve Drone Flight Safety

Frequentis has partnered with A1 Telekom Austria to develop a system that will report drone violations to those responsible for public safety.

Bahrain to Upgrade ATC Communications with Frequentis

Frequentis has been contracted by Bahrain MTT Civil Aviation Affairs (BCAA) to modernise Bahrain International Airport's voice communication infrastructure.

Brazil Implements South America’s First Remote Air Traffic Control Tower with FREQUENTIS

On 18 October, Brazil installed the Frequentis smartVISION solution at Santa Cruz airbase in order to enhance the way air traffic is monitored and managed.

Frequentis Partners with Dimetor for Safe BVLOS Drone Flights

Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations play an important part in the future of commercial unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), helping to address issues relating to public safety, industrial inspection and urban air mobility.

Beijing Mega-Airport Opens with Frequentis Networked Voice Communication System at its Core

Success for Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) and Air Traffic Management Bureau (ATMB) as mega-hub, Beijing Daxing International opens.

US Navy Selects Frequentis Voice Communication System for MQ-25 Unmanned Air System

Frequentis has been awarded a contract to provide the IP-based voice communications system for the US Navy’s Unmanned Carrier Aviation Mission Control System (UMCS) MD-5 control station, in support of the MQ-25 programme.

Final SESAR JU GOF U-space Piloted Air Taxi Demo Flight Completed

On 29 August, the final SESAR JU Gulf of Finland (GOF) U-space demonstration was carried out in Helsinki, Finland, demonstrating how integrated air traffic management (ATM) and unmanned traffic management (UTM) systems enable urban air mobility.

SESAR Processes Complete Validation Week Using Frequentis Systems

Frequentis' IBP system-based services were used for the successful validation process for a range of SESAR's projects earlier this month.

First Demos of GOF U-Space Project Carried Out

The first two demos have been completed to mark the first steps in the Gulf of Finland (GOF) U-space very large demonstrator and a leap for the implementation of unmanned traffic management (UTM) in Europe.

Frequentis Provides Electronic Flight Strips for Dutch Air Traffic Controllers

Frequentis has been chosen to supply electronic flight strips for Air Traffic Control the Netherlands (LVNL) as part of a tower system modernisation programme being undertaken in accordance with Pilot Common Project (PCP) regulations.

Jersey Airport First in UK to Manage Traffic from Remote Tower

Jersey Airport, part of Ports of Jersey Limited, has become the first British airport to receive approval for operational use of a digital remote tower.

Demonstrations Set to Begin on SESAR GOF U-Space Project

With the start of the first demonstrations set for June, the SESAR Joint Undertaking Gulf of Finland (GOF) U-space project in Estonia and Finland will be entering the next important phase.

Frequentis to Provide Remote Tower for SANS

Frequentis has been selected for the delivery of a deployable mobile tower for the Saudi Air Navigation Services' (SANS) air traffic control (ATC) modernisation programme.

Frequentis Installs Network Communication System in Kazakhstan

Frequentis has modernised Kazakhstan’s air traffic management (ATM) communication network within the Almaty flight information region (FIR).

Frequentis and PANSA Sign Agreement on Airport Data Development

Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) and Frequentis have signed an agreement to explore concepts, technologies and architectures to capture and integrate data around aerodromes.

Remote Tower Technology from Frequentis Selected for Brazil ANSP

The Brazilian Airspace Control Department DECA via the Commission for Implementation of the Brazilian Air Space Control System (CISCEA) has chosen Frequentis to provide a remote control tower visualisation system (SVR-TWR) at the Santa Cruz Airfield in Brazil.

Frequentis Delivers ATM Network Solution in Malaysia

Frequentis has installed its vitalsphere IP network solution at 23 sites in the Kuala Lumpur Flight Information Region (FIR), including the Kuala Lumpur Air Traffic Control Centre (KL ATCC), marking a major milestone in the project.

Frequentis to Install Electronic Flight Data Management System across Poland

Frequentis and Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) will be exhibiting their developments in next-generation tower services at World ATM Congress in Madrid, Spain.

Latvian ANSP Upgrades Frequentis Information Display System

Latvian air navigation services provider Latvijas Gaisa Satiksme (LGS) has upgraded its Frequentis Information Display System to enhance operations as air traffic increases.

New Zealand Makes Progress on Digital Air Traffic Control Tower

New Zealand is making progress on the delivery of its first remotely operated digital air traffic control tower.

FREQUENTIS Australasia Opens Melbourne Office to Support Regional Projects

The opening of a Melbourne office reinforces Frequentis’ presence in Australia as the subsidiary celebrates 15 years of operations.

FREQUENTIS Group Awarded Collaborative Supplier of the Year by NATS

The success of the FPRSA-Replacement delivered by Frequentis Comsoft and voice communications delivered by Frequentis AG formed the foundation of the award.

FREQUENTIS Provides Flight Planning Solution for Qantas

Frequentis has provided its Navigation Data Management System (NavDB) to Qantas, allowing the airline to gather global aeronautical data, including digital notice to airmen (NOTAM).

Frequentis, Airservices Australia and Thales Switch Civil-Military ATM Systems

Voice communications systems at the first three Australian locations in the OneSKY programme have been transitioned.

FREQUENTIS connects ATM to UTM in drone integration trial at Manchester Airport

Carried out at Manchester Airport, UK, the comprehensive 'Operation Zenith' drone integration trial consisted of eight complete scenarios where potential drone usage could occur around an airport.

SITAONAIR Enhances Flight Planning Operations with Frequentis smartMessenger

SITAONAIR has been operating Frequentis’ messaging, notice to airmen (NOTAM) and weather data management system since 1990.

Frequentis Launches Subsidiary in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Frequentis has strengthened its market position in the Middle East with the opening of its new UAE office in Abu Dhabi.

Frequentis to Deploy Remote Virtual Tower at Buenos Aires Airport

Buenos Aires International Airport will utilise a remote virtual tower solution to provide enhanced airport tower surveillance as it prepares for airport expansion and a surge in air traffic.

GCAA and Frequentis to Collaborate on Air Navigation in the UAE

Frequentis and the UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support current and future developments in airspace management.

Frequentis USA Supplies Modernised Voice Switch Solutions for US Army

Frequentis has been replacing legacy voice communications systems for the US Army with advanced solutions since 2015, as a key agency partner on the Interim Voice Switch Replacement (IVSR) contract with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Frequentis Voice Communications System Operational at Dallas Fort Worth

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has successfully placed its 131st Voice Communication system from Frequentis into operation at NextGEN Metroplex, North Texas without any disruption to normal operation.

Frequentis Predicts Converged UTM and ATM

Integrating unmanned traffic management (UTM) and air traffic management raises concerns over safety, as well as ensuring that aviation, people on the ground and structures are not negatively affected.

SANS Chooses Frequentis VCS, Recording and Remote Monitoring Solutions

Frequentis and iCAD will replace voice communication systems (VCS) in Riyadh and Jeddah for the Saudi Air Navigation Services (SANS) along with recording and remote monitoring systems.

Frequentis Embraces Open Network Operating System for ATC

Frequentis has released the first software defined network based carrier-grade open network operating system (ONOS) to the air traffic control industry.

Frequentis to open Middle East office in Abu Dhabi, UAE

Frequentis has announced it will be opening of a new office in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, which aims to deliver a sales and support service that will continue to expand the company's worldwide network.

Austro Control and Frequentis encouraged by success of Homebriefing system

Austrian air navigation service provider (ANSP) Austro Control has been effectively processing flight plans and related data through its Homebriefing system, successfully implemented in cooperation with Frequentis at the end of 2017.

Frequentis IP Tower Voice Solution Chosen for DFS Modernisation Project

German air navigation service provider DFS has chosen the Frequentis VCS3020X voice communication system to be incorporated at nine of its airport towers, including Berlin, Frankfurt and Leipzig. 

SESAR 2020 Multiple Remote Tower Installed Successfully at Three Airports

Observing past projects were 'single' remote tower settings were deployed, more significant cost savings can be made from towers with multiple central settings.

Isavia Enhances Reporting with Voice And At-The-Glass Recording

Isavia's existing DIVOS system, provided by Frequentis, will be incorporated with a full air traffic controller tool range to enhance the reporting and investigation abilities of its air traffic control (ATC) operations.

DFS Confirms Frequentis Remote Tower Solution

Onsite testing for the Frequentis Remote Virtual Tower (RVT) has been successfully carried out by DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung (DFS) at Saarbücken Airport.

Frequentis Chosen by Airways New Zealand to Enhance Digital Towers

Frequentis has been chosen by Airways New Zealand to supply their digital air traffic control tower demonstration to display how airport operations can be made more safe and efficient.

Andy Madge Joins Frequentis UK as Managing Director

Andy Madge has joined the Frequentis UK managing board and took over Frequentis AG in the UK and Ireland responsibilities.

Frequentis Enters Alliance with Jeppesen for Data-centric Software

Following extensive testing, Jeppesen and the Frequentis Group have formed a strategic partnership to further develop the Jeppsen database and follow aeronautical AIXM data standards.

Frequentis to Provide ATM System to Airways New Zealand

Frequentis has been chosen to provide Airways New Zealand with an improved new air traffic management (ATM) system for the country.