The Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) represents a significant milestone in digital railway communication, intending to succeed the existing Global System for Mobile Communications – Railway (GSM-R). This new system will amplify the rail industry’s digital capabilities, setting the groundwork for a more connected and efficient future.

Plugtests are a vital part of this evolution. These interoperability testing events meticulously verify the compatibility of different devices and services. The proceedings typically see a gathering of various vendors, each contributing their unique hardware or software for rigorous testing in a well-regulated environment, thereby ensuring an overall harmony of integrated systems.

One such influential participant was TASSTA GmbH, a major player in the 3rd FRMCS Plugtests event. Key highlights included presenting interoperability test results, unveiling new developments, and outlining future plans for improving synergies among FRMCS-related communication software and equipment. This engagement signifies a stride towards shaping a more unified and efficient railway communication system.

The #missioncritical telecommunications and IT industries have come a long way in the past decade. With the rapid growth of technology, companies like ours have had to evolve and innovate to meet our customers’ needs constantly. We are proud to say that over the past 10 years, we have been doing just that. Our company has been providing software solutions to thousands of users #worldwide, helping them communicate more effectively, locate what they need easily, and keep their information secure.

Our journey began 10 years ago when we saw an opportunity to make a difference in the #criticalcommunication #pushtotalk field. We recognized that people were looking for innovative solutions to improve their communication, localization, and security, and we wanted to provide those solutions. We set out with a mission to make the organizations a better connected and secure place, and we are proud to say that we have accomplished that goal.

Our team of experts has been working tirelessly to bring our customers the best possible #mcptt software solutions. We understand that communication is the key to success, which is why we have focused on improving how people communicate. Our #TASSTA solutions have made it easier for people to stay connected, no matter where they are in the world. With our solutions, people can communicate with each other in real time, making it easier for them to collaborate and work together.

#Localization has also been an essential part of our journey. We have been working hard to improve how people locate what they need indoors and outdoors. TASSTA software solutions have made it easier for people to find what they are looking for and to get to where they need to be. This has made it easier for people to stay organized and get things done more efficiently.

Our alarming and emergency Solution is making any work environment safer than ever. TASSTA’s certified #loneworkersafety protection is a set of safety measures and procedures aimed at ensuring the safety and well-being of employees who work alone or in isolated environments, such as remote locations, offshore platforms, or alone at night. These measures aim to provide employees with a safe working environment and reduce the risks associated with working alone. Examples of lone worker protection include providing employees with personal protective equipment, access to emergency response systems, regular check-ins, and training on how to respond to hazardous situations. The aim is to prevent accidents and provide support to employees if they encounter difficulties while working alone.

Finally, #security has been a top priority for us. We understand that people’s information is valuable, which is why we have focused on ensuring that it is protected. Our software solutions have been designed with security in mind, ensuring that people’s information is always safe and secure. We have been working hard to stay ahead of the latest security threats and to provide our customers with peace of mind when it comes to the safety of their information.

In conclusion, we are proud to celebrate 10 years of excellence in the mission-critical communications and IT field. We have been dedicated to providing innovative software solutions to thousands of users worldwide and will continue to do so for many years. Our unwavering commitment to excellence has allowed us to continuously improve our offerings and meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers. Here’s to another decade of pushing the boundaries of technology and creating a better connected and secure world for all.

We are thankful for our partner and user trust and support. We look forward to serving you with excellence, innovation and mission-critical solutions for all your future challenges.

I am personally honoured and grateful to work with such a team which makes a difference and builds TASSTA solutions ahead of time.

Let’s continue and be our best selves.

Kaveh Hosseinzadeh, General Manager, TASSTA GmbH

ETSI is organizing the seventh MCX Plugtests from the 7th to the 11th of November 2022 at the University of Malaga, Spain. Team #TASSTA is excited to pass the 7 of 7 #missioncritical plugtests!

We will test our Mission-Critical Push-To-Talk #MCPTT, Mission-Critical Data #MCData and Mission-Critical Video #MCVideo according to the #3GPP standard with many other vendors. TASSTA GmbH started as one of the pioneers in this journey, and we are proud that the proofed right, which we started over 4 years ago!

Special thanks to the organizers: ETSI, the European Commission (EC), the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), the Critical Communications Association (TCCA), and the Union Internationale des Chemins de Fer (UIC).

TASSTA presents another vendor-independent Mission Critical 3GPP training session with Harald Ludwig.

Harald has been working from hour one as an expert in this field. This time we focus on 4G/5G campus stand-alone solutions for critical communication users, and we update you about the latest Releases of the ETSI 3GPP Standard. The training covers up to release 17 by defining mission-critical networks with MCPTT, MCVIDEO and MCDATA. This is vendor-independent training and is organised by TASSTA. After the training, you will get your Certificate from TASSTA signed by Harald Ludwig.

Training session takes place on October 24th-25th 2022 from 13.30-17.00 CEST.

We are glad to welcome everyone who wants to enhance their knowledge in the Mission Critical industry and improve their performance.

A new TASSTA Show is starting on August 8, 2022. It will be available online on the official website of TASSTA GmbH. The show is focused on the mission-critical push-to-talk community. Managers of the leading companies in the MCPTT market will share their corporate news and partnership experience with TASSTA.

This online event is a unique and absolutely free-of-charge opportunity for you. Each viewer can see what’s new on the market, get to know the companies and their representatives better, and learn about actual use cases with the newest and most popular devices integrated with TASSTA. This show can be a turning point in the decision-making process for many companies who want to migrate to MCPTT and choose the best solution on the market.

This year’s TASSTA Show has 12 episodes, each of which will last about 20-30 minutes. In an interview format, Kaveh Hosseinzadeh, General Manager with TASSTA, talks to the managers of the push-to-talk device companies. He will ask them about their corporate news and new devices as well as discussing their experience with the TASSTA solution in global projects.

Among the participating companies, there will be:

Harald Ludwig– a 3GPP standard expert.

Grupo Inditel – an Italian group of nine telecommunication companies providing mission-critical communications solutions for all industries, including hardware and software solutions. As a system integrator, they partner with TASSTA in several projects in Italy related to public safety and lone worker protection.

BOXCHIP – a manufacturer of a wide range of Mission Critical Push-to-Talk devices, including mobile radios, PTT smartphones, repeaters and gateways. The company is based in China and has a worldwide distribution network.

Pepperl+Fuchs International, ECOM – an international German company producing rugged mission-critical push-to-talk devices for mission-critical communications. With a vast market presence, they have a reputation as a trusted, secure and reliable manufacturer of PoC devices for oil and gas organisations.

TELOX – was established in 2014 with a conscious approach toward creating PMR radios for mission-critical communications. Their impressive product portfolio can meet all the market needs for PoC devices, including rugged push-to-talk smartphones, multi-function body cameras and many other accessories.

Siyata Mobile Inc. – is a world-known developer and provider of mission-critical devices for enterprise and public safety customers from Canada. Apart from producing rugged handsets compatible with TASSTA, they also specialise in in-vehicle communication devices that improve communications with drivers.

Estalky – a company from China that tracks its customers’ experience at each step. Starting from the deliberate development process, they proceed to careful manufacturing and selling their PoC devices and radio accessories. They partner with almost 20 companies, including TASSTA, helping each other to provide lone worker and groups and all the heavy industries and security organisations with a safe and reliable network for critical mission communications.

eTera SINOTECH R&D Group Limited – a fast-growing company that managed to present its devices almost on all the continents of the globe. Despite having only three PoC devices in their portfolio, the number of PoC handsets and accessories is impressive.

Sonim – an American company that successfully covers the following market demands: ultra-rugged mobile devices, industrial-grade accessories and cloud-based software and application services. Sonim rugged devices are fully compatible with TASSTA solutions and are well-recognized on the international market.

Crosscall – a big company that produces devices resistant to the most aggressive environments. Apart from a wide range of PoC devices, accessories and various software, their enterprise solutions are also diverse.

Cyrus Technology – a tech company with its headquarters in Germany, specialising in the individual needs of each customer company. They digitise the processes and empower their devices with the hardware and software solutions that best serve their operational needs.

Flash Connectivity Group – a company that offers mission-critical communications solutions in the Netherlands. The group is one of the most successful system integrators and consists of three different companies, which enables them to provide the best customer service in the Netherlands, including a huge device rental capacity. PrioCom is one of the companies that joins the Group and provides mobile network solutions, Push-to-Talk applications, devices and accessories in different European countries.

i.safe MOBILE – a German company producing a wide range of devices to meet various industries’ needs with ATEX certification. They offer mission-critical devices for dangerous work environments and comprehensive solutions for manufacturing, supply-chain logistics and other types of companies.

RugGear – a manufacturer of smartphones and mobile phones with PTT and MCTT functions. The company’s distinctive feature is that its devices comply with the United States Military Standard, which proves the ability of the devices to withstand the most extreme environmental conditions.

Sonic Communications – a global supplier of professional PMR LTE gateways for the police, military, ambulances and many industrial sectors, with over 40 years of experience. TASSTA is partnering with Sonic for greater flexibility in providing gateways to LMR users like TETRA, analogue, DMR and P25.

TASSTA GmbH expanded its operations in the Americas region with TASSTA Americas starting June 1st. TASSTA Americas provides a focused and local organization and support in critical mission communications to key industries. The headquarters are located in the United States, Florida, with offices to be opened in Brazil and Spain.

This significant move responds to the exponentially growing market of both mission critical and commercial push-to-talk over broadband projects where TASSTA is one of the worldwide renowned suppliers. The new organization will increase the support levels to our worldwide partners and customers as well as the market presence of the company.

Carlos Fernandez, current VP Sales Americas for TASSTA, will take over as CEO of TASSTA Americas ensuring a smooth transition and business continuity. “With every fast growth you need to be sure that everything is coordinated and that there is an immediate reflection on the market activities and increased customer satisfaction. Carlos’ experience guarantees that everything will be executed as planned, and that’s the reason why our customers choose working with TASSTA” said Kaveh Hosseinzadeh, General Manager of TASSTA.

The incredible flexibility of TASSTA solutions is one of its biggest advantages on the market apart from TASSTA’s wide reach, security and compatibility with most of the available devices. TASSTA listens to its partners and customers and makes the best product for them. This important step and great opportunity inspires the TASSTA team to move forward by working closer with the Americas region by living in the same reality, and providing best solutions and support on that fast growing market.

“The ability to have a local organization that is experienced and focused on providing a better service to our partners and customers, alongside with the understanding the particularities of the region and different languages is key to meet all the customers’ needs and desires. This is the vision that will drive us to quickly increase TASSTA market share in demanding markets such as the United States” said Carlos Fernandez, CEO of TASSTA Americas.

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