As the year moves forward, so does our team, with notable progress in developing new solutions across our product portfolio. This month’s newsletter is packed with essential updates, starting with the latest enhancements to our flagship software, HTZ, which now includes support for NATO symbology in HTZ Warfare. Additionally, we’ve expanded our cartography library providing a wider array of resources for our users.
From across the ATDI Group, we’re delighted to announce the opening of our new office in Riyadh, further strengthening our presence in the Middle East. We also share updates from Swedish consulting company, Technogarden has adopted HTZ for windfarm impact analysis, and how Finnish defense startup Stratalignment Solutions, has integrated HTZ Warfare into its operations for advanced simulation capabilities.
In our News in Brief section, you’ll find more stories highlighting recent activities and customer successes. Lastly, don’t forget that the on-demand recording of our recent Automated Counter-drone Mission Planning webinar is now available. Be sure to catch up on the latest insights by accessing the recording.
Thank you for your continued support.
HTZ WARFARE
Jamming Efficiency (J/S): Supports microwave links and includes features for creating J/N maps using jammer coverage and receiver noise levels, as well as jammer location optimisation for jamming efficiency. Now supports radars and includes NATO pick symbol and editor integration.
SPECTRUM MANAGEMENT / SPECTRUM PLANNING
DF Localisation Accuracy Map: Adds a "Use SNR table" method, allowing DF accuracy to be extracted based on a user-defined SNR table for improved localisation precision.
Multipoint / Link Hop Report: Computes hop numbers between linked stations, analysing all possible paths for managing latency in MANET networks.
Windfarm C/I or I/N Map (Bi-Static): New uplink coverage option for analysing windfarm interference.
INTERFACE + REPORTS
RAF File Import: Supports adaptive modulation parameters in version 5 format.
2D Antenna Pattern – Uniform Array: Generates H and V antenna patterns based on array element count, spacing, and frequency.
Vector Points Format Update: Introduces a new format for vector points with PNG file naming conventions.
Magnetic Declination: Provides the magnetic declination for any selected point.
Google Earth Export: Supports KML+PNG or KMZ exports with 256-colour palette for coverage and stations.
MSI and PLT File Import: Bulk antenna changes now support MSI and PLT file formats.
Thresholds Field: RS thresholds for 3G, 4G, and 5G stations added to the STATIONX64 table.
CARTOGRAPHY
New Google Server URLs: New URLs implemented for Google server access
Open Sea Map Geoportal: Provides access to online maps with transparency.
PROPAGATION MODELS / CALCULATIONS
Clutter Settings Update: The "Non-penetrable if clutter code=" option replaces the old "No diffraction" feature, setting field strength to zero when crossing selected clutter codes, ideal for tunnels with altitude variations.
HF Module Integration: Now part of HTZ’s main Tools menu, no longer an add-on. The "Move to My Location" button relocates a site to the current GPS position for improved site management.
Sound Pressure to Sound Power Level Converter: New converter added, calculating sound power level based on distance from the source and the directivity factor (Q).
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 : UK: Glasgow Airport, Harwell Science + Innovation Centre, Steppes Hill, Kent.
2m resolution – DTM/Clutter/Buildings : Finland: Kemi, Kemijarvi, Lahti, Lappeenranta, Nokia, Parkano, Pori and Rovaniemi. Hong Kong.
4m resolution – DTM/Clutter/Buildings: Germany, Munster (NI).
10m resolution – DTM/Clutter/Buildings : Finland
10m resolution – DTM/Clutter : Ivory Coast, Abidjan. Gabon, Western region.
25m resolution – DTM/Clutter : Ireland.
Enhancing HTZ Warfare with NATO joint military symbology
We are pleased to announce the integration of NATO Joint Military Symbology (APP-(C) into HTZ Warfare. This latest addition ensures interoperability and a unified understanding across different national forces, streamlining operations and reducing the risk of misinterpretation. It facilitates clearer communication, faster decision-making, and more effective coordination during missions.
Supporting the latest technologies and managing a variety of cartographic data sources, HTZ Warfare features the latest propagation models. This enables detailed operational planning, allowing users to quickly interpret the battlefield layout and make better-informed decisions.
HTZ Warfare supports a wide range of military functions with improved clarity and precision, from tactical planning to electronic warfare maneuvers. This update reaffirms our commitment to providing cutting-edge tools that meet the highest defence industry standards, supporting the complex needs of our users.
For more information on how this latest feature can benefit your operations, please visit our website or contact our support team.
ATDI Opens New Office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
ATDI opens a new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reinforcing our commitment to expanding our footprint in the Middle East. This move aligns with the region's growing business opportunities and strategic importance in radiocommunications and spectrum management.
Saudi Arabia is the leading force in technological innovation across the region thanks to substantial investments led by the Saudi royal family. Their commitment to modernisation embodies key national initiatives like Vision 2030, which aims to transform the country through ambitious projects in smart cities, advanced transport systems, and digital infrastructure.
Our presence in Riyadh will enable us to better support our existing customers while optimising new business opportunities, principally in smart city development and next-generation transport networks, by delivering cutting-edge spectrum management and wireless communication solutions.
As Saudi Arabia continues its technological revolution, we are proud to contribute to the digital transformation that underpins these critical sectors.
Technogarden Enhances Windfarm Impact Modelling with HTZ Communications
Technogarden is a consulting and recruitment company specialising in staffing of engineers, specialists and IT consultants. For the past 20 years, Technogarden's telecom division has been providing radio planning for the largest mobile operators in Norway, and now has an assignment to analyse radio signals in connection with the construction of a wind farm. The company assesses the impact of wind turbines on critical communication systems like Microwave (MW), Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT), and other radio services. This vital service help their customers mitigate potential interference caused by windfarms.
By integrating HTZ Communications into their operations, Technogarden has significantly enhanced its capabilities, providing faster and more reliable results. The company previously relied on client-provided software, which limited the range of services they could offer. With HTZ, Technogarden now delivers specialised solutions, using its export functionality to overlay data on Google Maps, offering clients clear, visually enhanced presentations of potential impacts and solutions.
Øyvind Aakre, the company's RF engineer, notes: “One of the key advantages HTZ offers is its comprehensive coverage of technologies, eliminating the need for additional modules. Combined with outstanding customer support, HTZ enables us to deliver high-quality solutions to our clients.”
The company also sees potential for HTZ to support business development, with plans to expand its use into other sectors, further strengthening their service offerings.
Stratalignment Solutions Oy boosts defense capabilities with HTZ Warfare
Stratalignment Solutions Oy, a Finnish defense startup, has adopted HTZ Warfare to enhance its operations. The advanced simulation capabilities of HTZ Warfare—particularly in Electronic Warfare (EW) and unconventional interference scenarios like wind turbines—were key drivers behind the decision.
HTZ Warfare’s precision in simulating critical technologies, such as massive machine-type communications (mMTC) and E-UTRAN UAV systems, enables Stratalignment Solutions Oy to develop innovative solutions for UAVs and IoT. This shift moves the company from long-term concepts to actionable short- and mid-term defense solutions, ensuring they meet evolving security demands.
With HTZ Warfare, Stratalignment Solutions Oy is positioned as a leader in defense technology development, bolstering Finland’s security capabilities and expanding their global impact.
Missed Our Latest Webinar? Get the Recording Now!
Discover the future of spectrum management and mission automation in modern warfare. Our latest webinar explored ATDI's advanced EMS analysis and mission planning tools, showcasing real-time automation for effective battlefield communications.
"Very good presentations and technical content by both the presenters," one attendee remarked, highlighting the value of the in-depth discussions.
Key highlights included:
Target Detection and Interception: Using ICS Monitoring SDRN Control for target detection, acquisition, and localisation.
Advanced Signal Intelligence: Leveraging real-time data for mission planning.
Automated Counter-Drone Strategies: Streamlining counter-CRPA drone missions with precise signal measurements.
The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. "The propagation models in HTZ are impressive," said another participant, underscoring the technical strength of our solutions.
Don’t miss out on these insights! Click here to access the recording and stay ahead of the game in battlespace communications.
News in BriefTrafikverket, Sweden - ATDI has secured a contract to deliver a multi-technology radio planning platform to the Swedish Transport Administration, Trafikverket. The solution integrates HTZ Communications and ICS Manager, enabling efficient radio spectrum management with automated frequency allocation and network optimisation. This will ensure reliable communication and help future-proof Sweden's transport infrastructure.
EventsMWC, Las Vegas, 8-10 October, Stand 1153 – This key industry event covers mobile and features the latest advancements in 5G, IoT, and AI. The team will look at the planning, modelling and optimisation challenges and provide live demonstrations of our flagship software, HTZ Comms. Learn more here.
Comms Connect, Melbourne , 16-17 October, Stand 42 - The ATDI team will attend this premier conference and expo for critical comms and public safety professionals across the Southern Hemisphere. To learn more about our mission critical RF engineering solutions, pop by and meet the team. Learn more here.
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