This month’s Newsletter introduces new HTZ enhancements with the latest feature updates, ensuring users have the most advanced tools for radio spectrum management and military communications planning. New map data releases further enhance modelling accuracy and analysis.
With the UK increasing its defence budget, military agencies are prioritising modernisation and innovation. ATDI continues to collaborate with leading military research organisations, providing cutting-edge solutions like HTZ Warfare to enhance spectrum awareness, interference management, and mission planning.
This month, we highlight the latest functionality in ICS Monitoring SDRN Control. The Electronic Warfare Map (EWM) function delivers real-time electromagnetic battlespace awareness, enabling users to detect, classify, and respond to threats instantly. By integrating with HTZ Warfare, EWM ensures seamless spectrum coordination, helping forces maintain electromagnetic superiority.
Check out our upcoming exhibitions, where our experts will showcase the latest developments in our product portfolio. Join us at these events to discuss how ATDI solutions can support your networks and operations.
From the ATDI team
These features are available with the latest upgrade (HTZv2025.2) and can be accessed via the CRM. If you do not have a valid maintenance contract and wish to access the latest updates, please contact your local office for more information.
Interface
Station Icons Support - Users can now assign 48x48 PNG icons to stations for improved visual representation. PNG files must be placed in the /Base//Pics folder, and the "PNG 48x48" option must be selected under Object Properties (F5).
Measurement Point Relocation - The "Move to clutter code #" option allows measurement points to be relocated based on specific clutter codes, ensuring more accurate data alignment.
Tree view - Isolate objects by type of station.
Export Google Earth – New info field selector.
Add Tx/Rx from list – new selector: HTZ warfare only
Spectrum Management
USA Border Data Update - The USA_adm0 border vectors have been converted from Multi-part to Single-part polygons for improved accuracy and efficiency. Updated files are included in the "/Borders" folder of the installation package.
Calculations
3D Coverage Calculation Enhancement - new vertical (Z-axis) calculation step enables coverage calculations from the ground level to the top of each building, with a user-defined step in meters.
Custom Calculation Ranges for CCTV - Maximum calculation distance and DRI distance for CCTV coverage can now be customised by users, providing greater flexibility in coverage analysis.
Interlaced servers – Station comparison by overlapped coverage
New lateral diffraction model – Enhanced UTD method
NEW: HTZ Web API functions:
For more details, visit the customer portal for the latest update.
Check out the latest cartographic datasets released. These royalty-free datasets are a valuable addition to your cartographic toolkit and are accessible to the customer portal. Here's a summary of the data resolutions and their locations:
1m resolution: DTM/Clutter/Buildings: Helsinborg (SWE), Sete (FRA), Louisiana Airport (LA)
2m resolution - DTM/Clutter/Buildings: Pheonix (AZ), Milton Keynes (UK), Boras, Eskilstuna, Gavle, Halmstad, Haninge, Huddinge, Jonkoping, Lund, Malmo, Orebro, Sodertalje, Sundsvall, Umea, Uppsala, Vasteras, Vaxjo (SWE), Tarbes, (FRA), Berlin (GER), Dallas (TX), LaPlace (LA)
5m resolution - DTM/Clutter/Buildings; Railways (SWE)Metropolia Slaska (POL)
10m resolution - DTM/Clutter/Buildings: Sweden
20m resolution – DTM/Clutter: Svalbard (NOR), French Polynesia
We continually refresh our map data library to guarantee your access to the most current maps. Stay tuned for updates!
UK Boosts Defence Spending as Military Innovation Accelerates
The UK government is increasing defence spending to 2.5% of GDP, accelerating its commitment ahead of the Strategic Defence Review. This investment aims to modernise military capabilities,
enhance deterrence, and strengthen joint operations amid rising geopolitical tensions.
For military innovation to succeed, real-world application is essential. Defence research agencies are moving beyond in-house development, forming strategic partnerships with industry leaders like ATDI. By adopting commercially developed solutions, they shorten development cycles and bring new capabilities to the battlefield faster.
HTZ Warfare is already in use by Dstl (UK) for predicting military communications and electronic warfare performance. It enhances real-time spectrum management and is also being evaluated as a web-based tool, making spectrum calculations accessible without extensive training.
Globally, HTZ Warfare supports tactical communications and spectrum awareness. The Agency for Defence Development (South Korea) applies it to satellite operations, radars, and tactical radios, while DSTG (Australia) integrates it for frequency coordination and interference management. In India, the Defence Electronics Research Laboratory (DLRL) uses HTZ Warfare for direction-finding deployments and tactical mission planning.
Beyond research agencies, HTZ Warfare is crucial to modern military operations, supporting Link 16 compatibility assessments, maritime drone surveillance, and interference mitigation. As defence forces seek electromagnetic superiority, ATDI remains committed to delivering innovative solutions that help them stay ahead of evolving threats. For full article, visit here.
Electronic Warfare Monitoring with ICS Monitoring SDRN Control
The Electronic Warfare Map (EWM) in ICS Monitoring SDRN Control is a real-time spectrum monitoring solution designed for electromagnetic battlespace awareness. As a lightweight web-based version of SDRN Control RT (real-time), it can be deployed independently or as part of a wider electronic warfare system, providing flexibility and scalability for modern military operations.
EWM automates data collection from multiple direction finders (DF) and RF monitoring equipment, calculating the precise coordinates of detected signal sources.
EWM classifies signals and targets (including UAVs), localises (AoA/ TDoA methods) selected signals and shows them on a map, visualises target activity in real-time, and makes informed, rapid decisions.
With direction-finding and localisation capabilities, military forces can pinpoint threats, perform clustering (AI-based) of direction-finding measurement data, classify RF signals, and implement electronic attack (EA) countermeasures.
Beyond monitoring, EWM enables direct action by allowing users to generate and transmit operational instructions, including electronic suppression of selected threats. Its interactive mapping tools, such as distance measurement, terrain views, and dynamic map displays, enhance situational awareness and mission planning.
To enhance interoperability, ATDI provides an API that shares data with other systems.
EWM is a scalable system, which can be used at the tactical level, as well as at the operative level, visualising hundreds of measurement devices in wide areas. This ensures military forces maintain electromagnetic superiority and can quickly respond to emerging threats with confidence. Developed in response to ongoing conflicts, EWM ensures military forces have the latest tools to counter evolving electronic warfare threats. For more information on this software solution and its full set of features, contact your local ATDI office today.
Stay updated and visit us at our upcoming events:
ATDI Poland Annual Open Day – 27 February - 10:00 CET (online) – This event will look at ATDI’s latest industry solutions and provide a forum to exchange insights. Guest appearances from Prof. Sławomir Hausman and Marek Walczyk. Register at biuro@atdi-group.com—and don’t forget the donuts! 🍩
IWCE – 17-20 March – Las Vegas, USA - This premier event brings together professionals from critical communications, public safety, and wireless technology sectors. It offers a platform to explore the latest innovations, network with industry leaders, and gain insights into emerging trends. ATDI looks forward to showcasing our solutions and engaging with experts shaping the future of wireless communications.
SOFINS – 1-3 April – Paris, France - This event is dedicated to special operations forces and their technological needs. It provides an exclusive platform for showcasing advanced innovations, engaging with defence experts, and exploring cutting-edge solutions tailored to tactical challenges. ATDI’s participation highlights our commitment to supporting mission-critical operations with robust, reliable spectrum management and tactical network planning tools.
