Network Innovations UK Deploys OW7MP Manpack with the Royal Marines for High North Field Testing over Eutelsat's OneWeb Connectivity

Worcestershire, UK (February 24, 2026) –  Network Innovations UK is pleased to announce the deployment of Intellian’s OW7MP Manpack, providing Eutelsat’s OneWeb connectivity services for the first field test in Norway, delivered in partnership with the Royal Marines as part of ongoing government innovation efforts.

The OW7MP Manpack terminal enables government and defence users to securely access connectivity from Eutelsat’s global LEO network in scenarios where traditional communications infrastructure is unavailable, degraded or denied. In Norway, testing and evaluation were conducted in an exceptionally austere and remote setting, highlighting the terminal’s suitability for demanding field environments.

Reflecting on the deployment, Richard Beecham, VP of Global Partnerships and Strategy at Intellian Technologies, stated, "These successful trials of the OW7MP Manpack demonstrate its resilience in the most unforgiving environments, marking a vital step in our collaborative efforts to push the boundaries of front-line connectivity for naval forces. While we continue to refine this evolving use case, the initial results confirm the Manpack’s potential as a game-changer for tactical operations in extreme conditions."

Mike Cooper, Business Development Manager Maritime at Network Innovations, commented, “Governments need connectivity that delivers wherever it's required and holds firm on performance and security. The UK MOD’s pledge to participate in NATO’s Arctic Sentry mission reinforces this commitment to robust, defence-grade solutions. The new OW7MP Manpack delivering Eutelsat’s LEO connectivity, further extends our ability to support customers with communications tailored to their operational reality.”

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Network Innovations is a global technology integrator that keeps people, places, and things connected anywhere in the world with always-available communications and networking solutions. Its customers operate in industries including government and defence, public safety, oil and gas, media, mining, utilities, recreation, and maritime. Established in 1989, Network Innovations employs more than 250 industry experts across four continents. For more information, please visit www.networkinnovations.com.

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