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M&A / Property

Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. and Babcock International Group Execute an Increased Scope Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Dec 18, 2025 · 10:00 CTTT · 0.85 Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd.
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Executive Summary

  • Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (“CiTech”) entered into an expanded‑scope MOU with Babcock International to co‑develop and build the Nexus 20 rapid‑deployment communications platform for Europe and Southeast Asia, in addition to Ukraine.
  • The original MOU covered 50 Nexus 20 units for the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence; the new agreement broadens geographic coverage to all of Europe and Southeast Asia, creating significant commercial upside.
  • First Nexus 20 unit is scheduled to arrive in the EU in April 2026 for regional demonstrations, signalling a near‑term revenue pipeline and market entry.

Key Details

  • Scope Expansion: The MOU now includes collaboration across Europe and Southeast Asia, extending beyond the original Ukrainian focus.
  • Product Focus: Nexus 20 – an autonomous, high‑capacity mobile communications platform integrating 5G, ISR, and counter‑UAS capabilities.
  • Delivery Timeline: First Nexus 20 unit expected in the EU in April 2026 for demonstration purposes across the region.
  • Strategic Partner: Babcock International Group (FTSE 100 defence contractor) will co‑develop and build the platform, leveraging its global defence footprint.
  • Commercial Opportunity: The expanded geographic scope opens access to multiple defence procurement programs throughout Europe and Southeast Asia, potentially increasing order volumes beyond the initial 50 units for Ukraine.
  • CEO Statement: “It is fantastic to expand the scope of collaboration with Babcock… we are looking forward to 2026 with confidence.” – Brenton Scott, CEO, CiTech.

Notable Quotes

“With our first Nexus 20 due to arrive in the EU in April 2026 for whole‑of‑region demonstrations, we are looking forward to 2026 with confidence.” – Brenton Scott, CEO, Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd.

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