Making Waves

As he steps down as TCCA Chairman, Mladen Vratonjić reflects on one of the most transformative periods in the history of critical communications. (Disclaimer: Due to technical issues during recording, the audio quality is not as clear as intended). In this special conversation recorded at CCW 2026, Mladen shares how the industry evolved from dedicated TETRA networks to globally connected mission-c...

Is public safety communication facing a technology problem, or a culture problem? The world of first-responder communication is undergoing its most radical transformation in decades. We are moving away from purely voice-centric, dedicated narrowband systems like TETRA and stepping into an information-centric, broadband-driven reality. But are our organisations, legal frameworks, and frontline cult...

TETRA today, tomorrow, and beyond: Inside the work of the TETRA Industry Group In the era of next-gen broadband and LTE, it is easy to focus entirely on emerging tech. But on the front lines of heavy industry and public safety, perception rarely matches operational reality. This week on Making Waves , we step inside the global strategy rooms of the critical communications ecosystem to explore how...

Making critical communications work in the real world. Designing a system is one thing; making it perform reliably under pressure is another. In this episode of Making Waves , we turn the spotlight on Brazil where vast geography and extreme industrial demands reveal what truly determines the success of mission-critical communications.  Joining us is Matheus B. Silva, COO of Alcon Engenharia de Sis...

Discover how AI enhances critical communications, boosting situational awareness, decision support, and operational resilience while keeping humans in control and systems safe, secure, and trusted. Artificial intelligence is rapidly entering mission-critical environments - but how can it create real value for the people operating critical communications systems every day? In this episode, we speak...

The connectivity fabric: Balancing trusted voice with broadband TCCA CEO Kevin Graham explores the global evolution of mission-critical standards, the multi-decade longevity of TETRA, and the strategic roadmap for agencies transitioning to MCX and hybrid broadband environments. When the mission can’t fail, the technology can’t either. But as the world moves from traditional narrowband to data-rich...

Keeping a national energy network connected 24/7 leaves no room for downtime – and no room for short-term thinking. In this episode of Making Waves , we explore how large energy operators can modernise mission-critical communications without disrupting operations, safety or continuity. Joined by Witchukorn Naewwong (JC), Founder and Team Principal at Seanet Asia, this conversation goes beyond tech...

Keeping critical communications networks future-ready is no simple task. In this episode, we speak with Peter Clemons, founder of Quixoticity and a leading voice in mission-critical communications, about the challenges, timelines, and innovations shaping MCX adoption worldwide. What does it take to migrate from trusted PMR systems like TETRA to next-generation MCX technologies while keeping public...

In critical communications, lives and operations depend on networks that never fail. In this episode, Terence Ledger shares insider insights on what it takes to deliver 99.999% uptime, keep users connected across sectors from public safety to mining, and prepare for the transition to hybrid and broadband networks. Hear why even the smallest details - like SIM management - can make or break a missi...

We're going behind the scenes of some of the world's biggest sporting events, where a dropped call isn't just annoying, it could be dangerous. In this episode, we talk with John Mantas, Team Lead Account Manager for Motorsports and Global Events at Riedel. With experience from major Summer and Winter Games as well as football World Cups, John and his colleagues design and deliver communication sys...

The landscape of mission-critical communication is shifting faster than ever. In this episode, we gain a rare, data-driven perspective with two of the industry’s top analysts from Omdia: Ildefonso De La Cruz Morales (Senior Principal Analyst - Industrial & Government Critical Communication) and Paul Bremner (Principal Analyst, Integrated Tech). This episode is a big-picture look at where the c...

When communications can’t fail, performance is everything. In this episode, we sit down with Peter Hudson, Chief Technology Officer of Sepura, to explore what it really takes to design, build, and support mission-critical devices that keep people connected when it matters most. From the enduring value of TETRA technology to the new frontiers of hybrid systems, sustainability, and user-driven innov...

Keeping a multi-billion-euro offshore wind operation connected is no small task. In this episode, we speak with Michael Mikkelsen, Head of SCADA and Communication Systems at Ørsted, about the critical role of mission-critical communications in powering the world’s largest offshore wind producer. What does it take to maintain safe, reliable and efficient energy production when your infrastructure i...

Keeping the UK’s emergency services connected is a complex and critical task. In this episode, we speak with Duncan Swan, COO of British APCO, about the challenges, priorities, and leadership driving public safety communications today - and into the future. What does it take to keep the UK’s emergency services connected when lives are on the line? We dive into the critical communications landscape...