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April 2025 – Fremont, CA

We’re proud to announce that the Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA) has selected TCI as the official provider of a cutting-edge Automated Spectrum Monitoring System (ASMMS) for the Republic of Botswana.

This strategic project, awarded through an international competitive tender, was secured by TCI in partnership with Saipem Enterprises (Pty) Ltd. The initiative supports BOCRA’s ongoing mission to modernize and safeguard Botswana’s spectrum environment as digital connectivity expands across the nation.

A Future-Ready Spectrum Monitoring Solution

The new system includes:

• Three Fixed Stations (upgrading existing sites)
• One Transportable Station
• One Mobile Station
• One Portable Station
• Full operational range from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz

All stations will feature ITU-compliant monitoring, Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA), and Direction Finding (DF) capabilities. At the heart of the upgrade is TCI’s Model 759 Compact Spectrum Monitoring equipment and Scorpio™ software, creating a unified, flexible platform operable from any Scorpio client within BOCRA’s network.

Additionally, integration with BOCRA’s license database will enable Automatic Violation Detection (AVD) – a major leap forward in regulatory enforcement and spectrum efficiency.

Empowering Local Capabilities

TCI’s turnkey approach includes:

• System installation and commissioning
• In-depth training and local skills transfer
• A three-year extended warranty and maintenance services

By ensuring sustainable, long-term operational support, the system doesn’t just bring advanced technology to Botswana – it empowers BOCRA’s team to manage and evolve with it.

Timeline and Impact

The contract was officially signed in March 2025, with project completion scheduled for October 2025. Once deployed, the ASMMS will enhance BOCRA’s ability to address emerging spectrum management needs as next-generation communications like 5G, IoT, and beyond—take hold in the region.

We’re honored to be BOCRA’s chosen partner on this vital project. This initiative represents a significant investment in the future of Botswana’s communications infrastructure, and we’re excited to deliver the latest in spectrum monitoring technology.

For further information on our Spectrum Monitoring products and services, please visit: Spectrum Monitoring Systems – SPX Communication Technologies

Stay tuned for updates as we work together with BOCRA to bring this transformative system online.

Fremont, CA – 14 April 2025. The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA) of the Republic of Botswana selected TCI to provide its new Automated Spectrum Monitoring System.

TCI, in consortium with Saipem Enterprises (Pty) Ltd, was awarded the international competitive tender issued by BOCRA for a turnkey automated spectrum monitoring and direction-finding system that includes three fixed, one transportable, one mobile and one portable station, operating from 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz, all with ITU compliant monitoring, TDOA, and DF functionality with installation, training and skills transfer with three-years extended warranty for maintenance services. The system also includes an interface to their license database providing the ability to perform Automatic Violation Detection (AVD).

The upgrade includes the replacement of three existing Fixed Spectrum Monitoring sites with the TCI Model 759 Compact Spectrum Monitoring equipment and TCI’s Scorpio software. The new Transportable and Mobile Monitoring Stations will also have the TCI Model 759 thus providing BOCRA with a common and integrated platform that can be operated from any Scorpio Client within BOCRA’s Automated Spectrum Monitoring and Management System (ASMMS). This new platform will enable BOCRA to address its current and future spectrum management requirements as new communication technologies are introduced.

BOCRA and TCI signed the contract for this initiative in March 2025 and completion is expected in October 2025.

TCI is excited to be BOCRA’s selected supplier for such an important system that will provide the latest generation spectrum monitoring tools for The Republic of Botswana.

About TCI:

TCI International, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of SPX Corporation. TCI provides turnkey solutions for spectrum management and monitoring, direction-finding, geolocation, and communications intelligence to civilian, government, military, and intelligence agencies and provides antennas for communications and high-power radio broadcasting. TCI is headquartered in Fremont, California, USA. For more information, contact ann.bustamante@spx.com.

About Saipem Enterprises (Pty) Ltd:

Saipem Enterprises (Pty) Ltd is a local Botswana company wholly citizen owned specializing in telecommunications consultancy and installation integration. 

SPX Communication Technologies (TCI|ECS) is excited to be attending AOC Europe Symposium and Convention 2025 based in Rome, Italy in May!

We will be showcasing our latest advancements in HF, COMINT and C-UAS!

Pop by and meet us in Rome, Italy where we will be located at stand F26, to discuss any requirements you may have or just to have an informal chat about how we may be able to support your operational needs.

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As a leader in COMINT, Counter-UAS, and Tactical Data Links, we are excited to showcase our cutting-edge defense solutions that address evolving threats within the RF spectrum.

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The SPX Communication Technologies platform continues to mature its capabilities with the TCI and ECS product range to address customer problems and evolving threats within the RF spectrum.

At IDEX 2025, we will be presenting our advanced Counter-UAS solutions, C-RCIED Inhibitors, Spectrum Monitoring Systems, and Secure Tactical Data Links. Our technologies empower governments, law enforcement, and military forces worldwide with next-generation capabilities for RF detection, measurement, and tactical data transmission.

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• Spectrum Monitoring Systems: TCI’s solutions allow users to monitor, analyse, and manage the RF spectrum, ensuring ITU compliance and superior geolocation capabilities through Angle of Arrival (AOA), Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA), and hybrid systems.

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