Creotech signs contract with ESA to develop key components for satellite 5G communication

Creotech Instruments SA, listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange and a leading player in Poland’s and Europe’s DeepTech market, has signed an agreement with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop key components enabling the integration of terrestrial private mmWave 5G networks with satellite-based 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks) services. The project, led by Creotech, aims to verify the feasibility of ultra-precise time and frequency synchronization in mmWave 5G network components. The contract is valued at EUR 0.6m, with EUR 0.5m (80%) covered by grant funding. According to the company’s Management Board, this initiative has strong potential to significantly boost Creotech’s competitiveness in the rapidly growing 5G and 6G technology markets.

“There is a growing demand for secure, high-performance wireless communication and modern methods of information exchange within private networks. Satellite 5G communication, through innovative projects, enables advanced solutions for industry, critical infrastructure, smart cities, and the drone sector. Companies like ours, with extensive experience and expertise in satellite infrastructure, are well-positioned to play a key role in developing cutting-edge technologies in this domain, supporting the evolution of secure data exchange and future information technologies,” said Grzegorz Brona, President of the Management Board (CEO) of Creotech Instruments.

The project will demonstrate the possibility of ultra-precise time and frequency synchronization in mmWave 5G networks and their integration with 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Networks) infrastructure. The deliverable will be a lab prototype of a 5G mmWave base station system featuring ultra-precise time and frequency synchronization, offering throughput of up to 10 gigabits per second, low latency, and compatibility with 5G NTN satellite communication technology. The application of ultra-precise synchronization is expected to enhance both the performance and coverage area of the base station.

The 5G mmWave base station prototype is expected to reach Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7. Commercialization, enabled by Creotech’s comprehensive in-house production infrastructure, will involve integrating the developed technology into the business portfolios of Microamp Solutions and Creotech Instruments.

It is worth noting that Creotech is also working in parallel on quantum communication solutions, contributing to the development of Poland’s quantum computer and participating in the creation of the first large quantum computer commissioned by the European Commission.

“We are entering an exceptionally intense period – the coming quarters will be filled with challenges and huge opportunities. Our overarching goal for 2026 is to develop finished, in-house products in quantum technologies and ultra-precise time synchronization. To facilitate this, we are building our own laboratory, which will provide the research and development infrastructure needed for quantum technologies and allow us to test and refine our solutions. Ultimately, we aim for the quantum segment to become a core pillar of our operations, alongside our space segment, where we are already a leader,” concluded Grzegorz Brona.