Rohde & Schwarz is poised to support the transition to SATURN, a NATO-designated, highly secure, and interoperable waveform technology.
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Press Release, Munich, 08 April 2025: Rohde & Schwarz today highlighted its pivotal role in the development and implementation of the Second-Generation Anti-Jam Tactical UHF Radio for NATO (SATURN) standard. As NATO’s newest UHF coalition waveform, SATURN is offering highly reliable transmission of voice and data. It is expected to replace the legacy HAVEQUICK waveform in operational use.
With its extensive expertise in secure military communications, garnered from decades of developing cutting-edge waveforms, Rohde & Schwarz is uniquely positioned to support the transition to SATURN. This move underscores the company’s commitment to delivering innovative, secure solutions for the world’s most critical communications.
SATURN has earned the distinction of being designated as a NATO Minimum Military Requirement (MMR) for maritime and air operations interoperability, ensuring seamless connectivity across allied forces. Its advanced fast frequency-hopping waveform provides superior jamming resistance, safeguarding critical military communications against evolving threats. Compliance with NATO STANAG 4372 facilitates SATURN’s integration across various platforms, including naval, air, and ground stations.
Rohde & Schwarz has successfully supplied and commissioned thousands of SATURN radios and solutions for NATO and allied partners. With SATURN / HAVEQUICK already installed and operational in thousands of radios worldwide, the company reaffirms its position as the European market leader in secure communications.
“As a trusted partner in the development of SATURN, we’re thrilled to support the evolution of military communications, enhancing security and interoperability for our NATO and allied partners,” said Markus Dolfen, Vice President, Secure Communications, Rohde & Schwarz. “As an active member of the various working groups within the SATURN project, we have made a significant contribution to the development of this complex system. Our expertise in secure waveforms and software-defined radios makes us the ideal ally for this transition.”
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