Critical Infra, Babcock to develop Nexus 20 for Ukraine

Executive Summary

• Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CiTech) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Babcock International Group to co-develop and build a rapidly deployable platform integrating 5G, ISR, and counter-UAS capabilities for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
• The agreement grants Babcock exclusivity to supply 50 of CiTech's Nexus 20 platforms in response to a request from the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence.
• The partnership includes plans to establish a Nexus 20 assembly hub in Eastern Europe to support regional expansion across NATO's Eastern Flank.

Key Details

• Parties Involved: Critical Infrastructure Technologies Ltd. (CiTech) and Babcock International Group.
• Agreement Type: Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at the DSEI (Defence and Security Equipment International) expo in London.
• Primary Objective: Co-develop and build a rapidly deployable platform for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
• Exclusivity Clause: Babcock International Group will work exclusively on the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence request to supply 50 CiTech Nexus 20 platforms.
• Product Specifications (Nexus 20):
  • Delivered in a 20-foot containerized format, transportable by truck.
  • Integrates 5G communications, counter-UAS, and ISR capabilities.
  • Features self-unloading and adaptation to sloping or uneven terrain.
  • Deploys a 20-metre cyclone-rated tower to support mission-critical operations.
• Strategic Expansion: The MOU includes plans to explore the development of a Nexus 20 assembly hub in Eastern Europe and further opportunities across NATO's Eastern Flank.
• Leadership Commentary:
  • Mark Goldsack (Babcock International Director) highlighted the commitment to supporting Ukraine and expanding Babcock's Eastern Europe footprint.
  • Brenton Scott (CiTech CEO) described the partnership as a pathway for rapid scaling and regional expansion, positioning the Nexus 20 as a benchmark capability.

Notable Quotes

• "We are steadfast in our commitment to supporting Ukraine and in this new partnership with CiTech, we can deliver a rapidly deployable communications, counter-UAS and ISR capability as well as expanding our Eastern Europe footprint with a dedicated assembly hub." — Mark Goldsack, Babcock International Group
• "As an Australian defence industry SME, partnering with Babcock International unlocks a pathway for the Nexus 20 to be rapidly scaled across Ukraine and Eastern Europe. This isn't a single deployment; it's the beginning of a regional expansion that positions CiTech's Nexus 20 as a benchmark capability across NATO's Eastern Flank." — Brenton Scott, Chief Executive Officer, CiTech