Agnet: The next generation of critical communication

Why Agnet?

BENEFITS

Agnet is more than just a push-to-talk solution. Broadband connectivity opens the door to the future of mission-critical communication, offering a collaboration platform that provides endless integration possibilities in a secure and controlled manner. With Agnet, voice, data, live video and location services can be accessed at the touch of a button, greatly enhancing your situational awareness.

Limitless capabilities

Agnet’s open ecosystem model unlocks a new world of possibilities for applications and integrations, ensuring your communication solution adapts to the demands of your missions.

Mission-critical security

Agnet delivers end-to-end security, and resilience to cyber attacks and data breaches. As a European company, Airbus complies with EU cyber security regulations.

Flexible deployment

Roll out via private on-premises deployment, public cloud deployment via SaaS model, or hybrid cloud deployment with the flexibility to choose where applications operate.

Bigger situational picture

Improve situational awareness for dispatchers with voice, video, data, location, man down, live bodycam and drone footage, and live sensor readings such as CO₂ levels and pulse.

The frontrunner in mission-critical services

AGNET

As a global leader in large-scale mission-critical networks, we serve over two million daily users in 80 countries. Our Agnet solution provides a logical next step in the critical communication landscape, offering a trusted, secure and flexible platform that significantly improves situational awareness. In every situation, Agnet provides actionable data and the ability to reach the right people instantly, reliably and securely.

With modern broadband capabilities, public safety authorities can paint a much clearer picture of ongoing situations and improve their decision-making. Features such as live video feeds enable field commanders to monitor factors such as the surrounding area, traffic and their team’s physical location.

Agnet also supports business-critical industries planning to deploy smart devices for fieldwork. Modern digitisation has increased the vulnerability of these industries, but with Agnet, companies can benefit from uninterrupted connectivity, stringent data safeguarding and a state-of-the-art communication solution.

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Connectivity

Broadband

Agnet is based on 3GPP standards and compatible with 4G/5G, providing reliable access to mission-critical services, such as multimedia messaging, data and location services. Rich and abundant data capabilities help make critical operations more efficient and offer new ways to manage incidents and emergencies.

Fireman using agnet on the streets of Frankfurt

Hybrid (LTE and Narrowband interoperability)

Agnet supports interconnectivity with tailored gateways and 3GPP-compliant Interworking Function (IWF), enabling seamless interoperability with narrowband systems such as TETRA, Tetrapol and DMR. Hybrid model delivers mission-critical reliability and broadband capabilities while enabling a smooth transition from narrowband to broadband.

Satellite connectivity

Agnet is designed for critical communications and offers secure and reliable connectivity over 4G/5G. However, backup connectivity may be needed in remote areas, for disaster relief or during large events. Agnet over Satcom offers added resilience, extended coverage and capacity by supporting the use of deployable networks and satellite communications.

Your partner in Agnet deployment

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

As pioneers of Agnet, we’ll assist you with planning, designing, implementing and future-proofing your solution.

Alongside testing, we facilitate the smooth transition from voice-centric to multimedia operations in your effort to improve situational awareness and enhance efficiency.

Our experts then offer continuous support in operating and maintaining your solution for as long as you need. We also provide advanced consulting services to help you optimise and enhance your system further.

Our professional services

Hear from our customers

TESTIMONIALS

French public safety organisations have relied on the nationwide radio communications networks (INPT and RUBIS) for their everyday operations since the 1990s. The new generation RFF will provide 4G/LTE broadband services, allowing almost 300,000 public safety users to manage incidents and emergencies in better ways.
Réseau Radio du Future (RRF)
French project for security and emergency services
Finnish public safety organisations rely on Virve, the nationwide TETRA network. Erillisverkot, operator of Virve, has initiated Virve 2, a programme to deploy next-generation mission-critical services based on 3GPP standards and 4G/5G technology. Thanks to Agnet, these services will work seamlessly with existing narrowband services.
Virve 2
Finland’s new generation public safety network
An EU-funded project, BroadWay aimed to improve cross-border communication and collaboration of European public safety authorities. Agnet’s mission-critical services gave first responders from 11 countries reliable access to voice, data and video, constituting a new achievement in cross-border communications.
BroadWay
For seamless critical communications across Europe

Far more than just an MCX solution

AGNET

Direct connectivity to broadband opens up endless integration opportunities for your organisation. Agnet’s support for APIs allows for the secure exchange of information, facilitating seamless integration between third-party applications and your Agnet solution.

In addition, Agnet is tested and compatible with many professional devices and accessories that help professional users to stay focused on their missions. By choosing Agnet, you’ll benefit from a rich ecosystem of strategic partners to enhance your mission-critical communication solution.

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Start your Agnet free trial

Free trial

Want to see the benefits of Agnet first-hand? Looking for an opportunity to test the solution within your teams?

With a 30-day free licence, you can experience and evaluate Agnet’s features from the Airbus cloud service.

All you need to get started is compatible smartphones for those looking to take part in the trial, as the Agnet mobile app is available from Google Play and Apple Store.

Ready to get started? Request your 30-day free trial below.

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Discuss your requirements with an Airbus expert

CONTACT

With decades of critical communications experience, we’re always on hand to answer your Agnet-related questions. Fill in the form with your query and one of our experts will be in touch.

Frequently asked questions

FAQS

Why should I use a critical communications app like Agnet instead of a generic messaging app in my organisation?

Messaging apps are convenient for staying in touch, but not all offer the high level of security, resilience and privacy needed for critical communications. Agnet field users, like emergency workers, handle confidential information and require secure, reliable communication. Standard messaging apps do not offer features such as emergency calls, lone worker protection, location sharing and dispatching. Agnet's critical communications solutions provide these versatile capabilities.

How easy is Agnet to deploy and adopt in my organisation?

The easiest way to use Agnet is through Airbus' cloud service, ensuring a secure space for your organisation and its information. Initial setup can be completed in hours with e-learning and documentation. This SaaS model is cost-effective for advanced communications. For public safety, we offer an on-premises solution compatible with narrowband networks and extended services like IoT and CCTV. Airbus experts provide Professional Services to plan and deploy a tailored end-to-end solution that meets your demanding needs.

Is Agnet based on 3GPP standards?

3GPP standards provide the foundation for developing new technologies for the mobile broadband ecosystem. Airbus is a key contributor to 3GPP standardisation and an active member of TCCA, the Global Certification Forum (GCF) and the GSM Association (GSMA), and participates in GCF MCX work. Agnet is based on 3GPP standards, which makes it a future-proof solution for mission-critical services.

Can I keep my narrowband network live while I adopt Agnet broadband capabilities, such as video calls and multimedia?

The shift to mission-critical broadband involves more than just a smartphone app. Devices, networks, control systems and narrowband-integrated applications need attention. A step-by-step transition to 3GPP MCX broadband reduces risks and maintains familiar workflows. Smartphone and narrowband radio users can communicate together, make calls, and send messages, while new multimedia capabilities are available for smartphone users.

Does Agnet work with satellite connectivity?

Agnet is compatible with LEO satellite constellations, currently available with OneWeb, for satellite connectivity in addition to 4G/5G networks. Agnet over Satcom offers added resilience, extended coverage, and capacity for uninterrupted field collaboration by supporting the use of deployable networks and satellite communications for connectivity.

Which smart devices can I use with Agnet?

Agnet mobile app is available for Android and iOS smart devices and has been tested with a wide variety of off-the-shelf models and their accessories that help professional users to stay focused on their missions.

Browse the Agnet compatible devices and accessories via this link.

Can I keep track and ensure safety of my field teams?

Agnet Dispatcher app included with the Agnet solution allows operators in control rooms to keep track of multiple situations in real time.

This advanced dispatcher offers geolocation presented on a map of your team members in the field and all the Agnet communications and multimedia features required for mission-critical situational awareness.

Agnet Dispatcher allows you to manage advanced emergency calls so you can ensure maximum safety of your field users.

Is there a way for me to try out the Agnet solution?

We provide an option for a free trial for your organization. With this 30-day free license you can experience and evaluate the Agnet features from the Airbus cloud service. All you need are compatible smartphones for your trial users. Agnet mobile app is available from Google Play Store and Apple Store. Request your free trial via this link.