Critical Infrastructure receives South African patent

Mr. Brenton Scott reports CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGIES PROVIDES GLOBAL PATENT UPDATE AND EXPANDS DEFENCE MARKET REACH Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. has provided an update on its international patent filings for its mobile radio station technology -- an innovation that underpins the company's growing presence in the global defence and critical infrastructure sectors. Patent overview Critical Infrastructure's invention defines a deployable, autonomous mobile radio station designed for rapid establishment of secure communications in remote or high-threat environments. The system overcomes the limitations of conventional mobile LTE and radio infrastructure by integrating transportability, energy autonomy and intelligent automation. The patented design substantially expands Critical Infrastructure's total addressable market, extending beyond traditional telecommunications infrastructure into defence, disaster response, remote industrial operations, mining, and emerging aerospace and satellite applications . Core system features Integrated mobile platform -- housed within a standard ISO shipping container containing all communications, power, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and control systems; Scissor-lift communications tower -- deploys hydraulically from a stowed position to approximately 16 metres, supporting payloads up to 250 kilograms and wind-rated to 45 metres per second; Autonomous deployment -- PLC-based automation enables full deployment -- including tower lift, solar array expansion and stabilizing leg extension -- in approximately 30 minutes, with remote or local control; Hybrid power architecture -- incorporates DC generators, up to 4.8-kilowatt solar input, and 150 kWh (kilowatt-hours) of onboard battery capacity for continuous off-grid operation; Redundant climate control -- dual five kW HVAC systems maintain internal environmental stability in all conditions. Competitive defence advantage Critical Infrastructure's Nexus 20 platform delivers a fully self-contained, air-liftable communications hub capable of autonomous field operation, ideal for rapid network establishment in defence operations, disaster recovery and remote mission support. A key differentiator of Critical Infrastructure's design is its super-rigid, precision-engineered mast, which maintains complete stability even under extreme wind conditions. Unlike competitor systems that suffer vibration and movement during operation, Critical Infrastructure's mast design ensures consistent, uninterrupted signal delivery -- a critical requirement for mission-critical defence and communications environments. Its energy independence, automation and structural integrity significantly reduce personnel exposure and logistics, enhancing reliability and operational readiness in demanding field conditions. The system's modular and AI-enabled architecture also positions Critical Infrastructure for next-generation applications, including: Rapid-deploy satellite ground stations and mobile telemetry for aerospace and UAS test ranges. Counter-UAS and electronic perimeter defence, areas of growing focus in NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) and European defence programs. Critical infrastructure protection and smart city security, enabling mobile monitoring for ports, airports and large-scale civic events. Global patent coverage Critical Infrastructure has filed patents for "a mobile radio station" in: Australia, Canada, China, Europe, India, Japan, Republic of Korea, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam and the United States. The South African patent has been granted, with all other jurisdictions under or awaiting examination. This extensive global IP coverage ensures broad protection of Critical Infrastructure's Nexus 20 technology across major defence and communications markets. CEO (chief executive officer) comment "Achieving global patent coverage for our Nexus 20 platform strengthens Critical Infrastructure's strategic position in the defence and critical communications sectors," said Brenton Scott, chief executive officer of Critical Infrastructure. "Our patented, rigid-mast design delivers stable, uninterrupted connectivity in any environment -- providing a decisive operational advantage for defence, emergency response, security/surveillance and industrial users worldwide." Summary insight The Nexus 20 patent establishes Critical Infrastructure as an innovator in autonomous, cyber-resilient and energy-independent communications infrastructure. By combining mechanical innovation, renewable energy systems and intelligent control, Critical Infrastructure delivers a new class of mobile infrastructure solutions for defence, emergency and strategic industrial operations worldwide. About Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. Listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange with operations in Perth, Western Australia, Critical Infrastructure is creating autonomous, high-capacity, rapidly deployable technology that delivers essential services to where they are needed most. Critical Infrastructure is targeting the mining, defence, border security/surveillance and emergency services sectors in relation to its first product release, the Nexus 16, which aims to provide critical mobile telecommunications for such sectors. Using patented technologies, Critical Infrastructure's self-deploying platform (SDP) provides a solution for two of the greatest limitations of current rapidly deployable communication solutions, strength of the tower and ability to rapidly self-deploy and operate, in numerous situations. The SDP is designed to support radio equipment including LTE (long-term evolution) and several other technological payloads, such as surveillance and anti-drone systems. Critical Infrastructure has completed the research and development phase and is currently commercializing the first of many products that will be released. We seek Safe Harbor.