Blacktree Technology Showcases Unrivalled UHF SATCOM Expertise on the Global Stage at GOVSATCOM 2025 

27 Feb 2025

Blacktree Technology Pty Limited (Blacktree), a global leader in UHF SATCOM Ground Segment systems, recently showcased its formidable capabilities at the GOVSATCOM 2025 conference in Luxembourg, on 27 February 2025. 

This prestigious event, a cornerstone of the European SATCOM industry, showcased Blacktree's continued growth and expanding influence on the global stage. Demonstrating its commitment to innovation and strategic collaboration, Blacktree joined forces with industry leaders Airbus Defence and Space, Viasat Inc., and SMARTSAT, a specialised U.S.-based small business. This partnership underscores Blacktree’s increasing presence in the international SATCOM market and its dedication to advancing cutting-edge solutions.

This formidable consortium collectively brought over a century of expertise in UHF Satellite Communications, delivering integrated solutions with unparalleled flexibility and seamless alignment with EU and NATO requirements. By fostering deeper cooperation and enhancing defence readiness, this collaboration underscores a shared commitment to advancing strategic communications capabilities on a global scale.

Blacktree, renowned for its excellence in innovation, designs, manufactures, and sustains world class SATCOM systems that support not only the Australian Defence Force’s (ADF’s) SATCOM network, but also military operations across the globe. With offices in Perth and Canberra, Australia, as well as being a trusted European-based representative partner, Blacktree continues to expand its global presence and influence. Its reputation as a preferred partner for leading defence organisations reinforces its commitment to delivering the highest standards of reliability and performance for mission-critical SATCOM operations.

The company’s exceptional performance and success in the international SATCOM ground segment market over the past 12 months is further demonstrated by the successful delivery of projects across Italy, France, Spain, Germany, and the United States. These achievements have generated over $3 million in export revenue, more than doubling the company’s previous record for international sales, underscoring its growing global footprint and industry leadership.

Blacktree’s UHF SATCOM Ground Segment hardware solution is a best-in-class capability, delivering superior performance and enhanced Anchor Station capacity to ensure resilient andreliable UHF SATCOM services. 

Designed to meet the evolving defence space priorities of allied nations worldwide, this advanced solution strengthens strategic communications infrastructure, reinforcing operational readiness and interoperability across the global defence community.

Joe Nevin, of Blacktree’s Managing Director, remarked: "Our unwavering commitment to innovation in UHF SATCOM is shaping the market’s future. By leveraging the specialised expertise within our predominantly Western Australia-based supply chain, we not only drive unprecedented export growth but also foster the success of local industries. With a longstanding legacy in the international defence SATCOM sector, Blacktree continues to expand its global footprint, enhancing growth, resilience, and sustainability while unlocking diverse economic opportunities beyond the traditional operating theatres for Australian SMEs."