What HIMERA does

HIMERA is a Ukrainian defense technology company founded in 2022 in Kyiv that develops and manufactures tactical secure communication systems engineered to operate in electronic warfare (EW) environments. The company addresses a critical gap exposed by the modern battlefield: the inability of conventional radios to maintain reliable, jam-resistant communications when facing Russian EW capabilities. HIMERA's product ecosystem comprises three hardware products—the G1 PRO handheld radio, the B1 autonomous repeater, and the R1 IP-repeater—each built around a shared technology stack including pseudo-random frequency-hopping spread spectrum (ППРЧ), AES-256 military-grade encryption, mesh/MANET networking, Blue Force Tracking with offline maps, and integration with situational awareness systems such as Ukraine's Kropyva platform. A secure Android application handles device configuration, and a post-quantum encryption layer has been added through the Quantropi partnership. The G1 PRO carries an IP67 environmental rating, and the B1 repeater can multiply network range by 2x or more when elevated, while the R1 bridges radio channels into IP networks with up to 24 hours of autonomous battery operation.

The company serves military and defense forces globally, with primary deployment across all branches of the Ukrainian Defense Forces (over 7,000 personnel currently using the systems) and expanding internationally through completed sales (U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, fall 2024), validation by U.S. Special Operations Forces and NATO defense forces, and an active negotiation pipeline with defense ministries in eight countries. HIMERA's business model is bifurcated by market: in Ukraine, the company sells directly to the Defense Forces and through volunteer organizations at cost of production (excluding development costs), while international sales are priced commercially and distributed exclusively through channel partners—Quantropi Inc. for Canada and NATO countries and Reticulate Micro for the United States. Additional revenue streams include integration partnerships (notably with Swarmer for drone autonomy systems across aerial, ground, and maritime domains) and training services delivered either directly or through partner channels.

The company was founded by personnel with direct combat experience, including CEO Misha Rudominskyi who volunteered in Kyiv territorial defense before starting HIMERA. Cumulative disclosed funding totals approximately $3.375 million across five rounds between October 2023 and December 2025, with the largest being a $2.5 million seed round in December 2025 led by Green Flag Ventures. Production is being scaled toward 100,000 radios per year, the company achieved DSTU ISO 9001:2015 certification in April 2026, and headcount is reported in the 51–100 range. HIMERA is positioned as Ukraine's only mass producer of tactical radios specifically designed to resist electronic warfare.

Name

HIMERA

Legal name

HIMERA

Website

https://himeratech.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

HIMERA is a Ukrainian defense technology company founded in 2022 that develops jam-resistant tactical communication systems—including handheld radios and autonomous repeaters with frequency-hopping, AES-256 encryption, and mesh networking—for military forces operating in electronic warfare environments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tactical Military Communications Hardware

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669)

akta.pro primary industry

Defense Communications (Secure Radios, SATCOM Terminals, Crypto) (IMABAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Battlefield Networking, Tactical Data Links & Waveforms (IMABAOAJ), C4ISR Systems & Tactical Data Links (IMABAGAE), Electronic Warfare (EW) & SIGINT/ELINT Systems (IMABAGAB), Defense R&D, Test, Evaluation & Innovation (BPAIAHAC)

Keywords

• Tactical radio systems
• Secure communications
• Electronic warfare resistance
• Battlefield communications
• Defense communications

Headquarters

HQ city

Kyiv

HQ country

Ukraine

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - Tactical Radios: Sale of proprietary tactical radio systems (G1, G1 PRO) and communication equipment to military and defense customers. The company sells to Ukrainian forces at cost (excluding development costs) and at commercial pricing internationally.
2. Hardware Sales - Repeaters and Accessories: Sale of autonomous repeaters (B1, R1 IP-repeater) that extend network coverage and enable mesh networking. These products complement the radio ecosystem and drive additional hardware revenue.
3. Training Services: The company provides training sessions on the use of tactical communication systems and online instruction. Some partners also conduct training as part of their own courses, creating referral revenue opportunities.
4. International Licensing and Distribution: Exclusive distribution partnerships in North America (Quantropi) and the US (Reticulate Micro) generate revenue through product sales and integration services into customers' platforms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

HIMERA develops and manufactures a tactical communications ecosystem for military and defense forces operating in electronic warfare environments. The core products are the G1 PRO handheld radio, the B1 autonomous repeater, and the R1 IP-repeater, all sharing AES-256 encryption, frequency-hopping spread spectrum, mesh/MANET networking, Blue Force Tracking, and Android-based configuration. The systems are designed for low probability of detection, interception, and suppression on the modern battlefield.

Product overview

HIMERA is a Ukrainian defense technology company that develops and manufactures a tactical communications ecosystem consisting of three core hardware products: the G1 PRO handheld radio, the B1 autonomous repeater, and the R1 IP-repeater. All products share battlefield-proven capabilities including AES-256 encryption, frequency-hopping spread spectrum (ППРЧ), mesh/MANET networking, Blue Force Tracking with offline maps, and situational awareness system integration. The products are configurable via a dedicated Android application. The G1 PRO is designed for use by small tactical groups at positions, the B1 extends network coverage significantly when elevated, and the R1 bridges radio and IP networks for remote connectivity. The ecosystem is specifically engineered to operate in electronic warfare conditions where traditional radios fail.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HIMERA G1 PRO Handheld Radio A handheld tactical radio for reliable and secure communications in electronic warfare environments. Supports voice, text messages, GPS coordinates, and data transmission with AES-256 encryption, frequency-hopping spread spectrum (ППРЧ), mesh/MANET networking, Blue Force Tracking with offline maps, situational awareness integration, and Android app configuration. Designed for squad-level use by military and defense forces.
• HIMERA B1 Autonomous Repeater An autonomous repeater that extends HIMERA tactical communications network coverage, multiplying range by 2x or more when elevated. Complements the HIMERA ecosystem to enable operation in complex terrain.
• HIMERA R1 IP-Repeater A repeater designed for spreading radio channel traffic into IP networks, enabling connectivity between remote HIMERA device networks over the internet. Features AES-256 encryption, frequency-hopping (ППРЧ), quick deployment, dust/moisture-resistant housing, and up to 24 hours of autonomous battery backup. Part of the HIMERA tactical communications ecosystem.
• HIMERA Tactical Communications Training Services Training sessions on the use of HIMERA tactical communication systems, including online instruction. Some partners also conduct training as part of their own courses, creating referral revenue opportunities for HIMERA.

Quantifiable outcome

• 7,000+ tactical radios deployed with Ukrainian Defense Forces
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Swarmer, Inc.coreTechnology or Integration · 29 April 2026Strategic partnership to integrate HIMERA's jam-resistant, frequency-hopping communications into Swarmer's next-generation drone autonomy software stack. The partnership combines battlefield-proven resilient communications with autonomous swarm coordination software to deliver integrated multi-domain solutions for aerial, ground, and maritime unmanned systems. Companies will jointly engage vendors and integrators to offer the combined communications-autonomy solution.
• Quantropi Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partnership for North America and NATO countries. Quantropi provides post-quantum encryption technology integrated into HIMERA's tactical radios, enabling protection against future quantum computing-based attacks.
• Reticulate MicrocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distribution partnership for the United States market, handling local sales and integration of HIMERA's secure communication systems.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Silvus Technologies: US-based manufacturer of mesh/MANET tactical radios (StreamCaster) used by US and allied special operations forces for resilient battlefield communications. Highly comparable to HIMERA in target use case (EW-contested tactical comms) and form factor (handheld mesh nodes), though Silvus is more mature and US-focused.
• Persistent Systems: Developer of the MPU5 mobile ad-hoc networking radio, widely deployed with US and allied forces for tactical mesh communications. Closely comparable to HIMERA on MANET/mesh networking, anti-jamming, and integration with unmanned systems — Persistent is a primary direct competitor in the EW-resilient tactical radio category.
• Codan Communications: Australian manufacturer of tactical HF/VHF radio systems (Sentry-H, 2110 series) sold to allied militaries and security forces. Comparable to HIMERA as a mid-sized specialist in tactical radios for defense/security markets, though Codan is more focused on HF long-range than HIMERA's mesh MANET tactical niche.
• Domo Tactical Communications (DTC): Specialist provider of wireless tactical communications including mesh and COFDM systems for defense and broadcast markets. Directly comparable to HIMERA in providing secure, resilient tactical comms hardware to military and government customers, with comparable niche-specialist positioning.
• Bittium: Finnish defense communications specialist with the Tough SDR and Tactical Wireless IP Network products for NATO customers. Comparable to HIMERA as a specialist tactical comms vendor targeting European defense markets with secure, software-defined radio solutions.

Broad incumbents

• L3Harris Technologies: Major US defense prime with the Falcon series of tactical radios, dominant incumbent in NATO tactical communications. Overlaps with HIMERA on secure tactical radios but L3Harris serves a much broader portfolio (electronic warfare, avionics, space) and is the principal incumbent HIMERA must displace in Western procurement.
• Thales Group: European defense prime with the SYNAPS and CONTACT tactical radio families widely deployed across NATO. Direct product overlap with HIMERA's secure tactical radios but with established certification baselines, multi-decade procurement relationships, and a broader defense electronics portfolio.
• Elbit Systems: Israeli defense prime with the E-LynX family of tactical radios sold to multiple NATO and EU customers. Comparable to HIMERA on tactical secure comms and on advanced EW resistance, but Elbit is a much larger integrated defense electronics house with extensive international sales infrastructure.
• Rafael Advanced Defense Systems: Israeli defense prime with tactical communications offerings including the BNET family of SDR radios. Comparable to HIMERA on EW-resistant tactical networking and on battlefield-proven positioning, though Rafael operates across missiles, air defense, and broader defense systems.

Others

• Swarmer: Ukrainian drone autonomy software company that is HIMERA's strategic integration partner for unmanned systems. Adjacent rather than competitive — Swarmer consumes HIMERA's radios as the comms link for its multi-domain drone swarm stack, making it the closest ecosystem partner rather than a peer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors10 records

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M&A

Investments

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