Comtech
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) designs mission-critical communications technologies for military, defense, and public safety customers, and is repositioning as the Allerium-branded provider of Next Generation 9-1-1, emergency call routing, and trusted location and messaging solutions following the sale of its Satellite & Space Communications segment to Gilat.
- Company typePublic
- Founded1967
- HeadquartersMelville, United States
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingSoftware
What Comtech does
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL), founded in 1967 and now headquartered in Chandler, Arizona after relocating from Smithtown, New York in 2024, is a publicly traded mission-critical communications provider historically organized around two segments. The Satellite & Space Communications segment built software-defined modems (Digital Common Ground and DCG-7000), the ELEVATE 2.0 cloud-native multi-orbit orchestration platform, troposcatter systems (MTTS, COMET, CS67PLUS), RF amplifiers, VSAT networks, the new MPR platform, and the 5650C2/MP multi-orbit tactical modem co-developed with L3Harris. The Allerium segment — formerly the Terrestrial & Wireless Networks business and the company's retained identity following the June 2026 Gilat divestiture — delivers Next Generation 9-1-1 core services, the Solacom call handling suite, Allerium Mira (cloud-native microservices) and Allerium Coral (network-native incident exchange), the IP Selective Router, location and messaging platforms, GNSS assistance data feeds, and Wireless Emergency Alerts.
The company monetizes primarily through direct enterprise field sales to military, defense, public safety, and telecom customers, supplemented by channel partners. Revenue is generated from hardware sales (satellite ground systems, amplifiers, troposcatter terminals), recurring subscriptions (Allerium core services, location platforms, GNSS data feeds), professional services, and sustainment contracts. Notable customers include the U.S. Army, U.S. Space Force, L3Harris, SES, the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the City of Gatineau, and a U.S. wireless services provider under a $130 million NG9-1-1 contract. Comtech serves military & defense, public safety, space, enterprise/commercial, maritime, and telecom verticals from offices in the U.S. and Canada, with over 1,000 employees and a patent portfolio spanning modem architectures, error correction, and signal processing.
Following the sale of most of its Satellite & Space Communications segment to Gilat Satellite Networks for $157.5 million announced in June 2026 and expected to close in Q4 2026, Comtech is repositioning as the Allerium-branded public safety technology company, with anticipated annual cost savings of $11–13 million, debt paydown, and a sharpened focus on NG9-1-1, emergency call routing, trusted location, and wireless emergency alerts. The transformation has been led since January 2025 by turnaround CEO Ken Traub, who oversaw removal of a seven-quarter going concern disclosure, covenant suspension through July 2027, and $40M and $35M capital infusions alongside the 2024 $222M credit facility refinancing.
Comtech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Comtech
- Legal name
- Comtech Telecommunications Corp.
- Website
- https://comtech.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 1967
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) designs mission-critical communications technologies for military, defense, and public safety customers, and is repositioning as the Allerium-branded provider of Next Generation 9-1-1, emergency call routing, and trusted location and messaging solutions following the sale of its Satellite & Space Communications segment to Gilat.
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Comtech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Mission-Critical Communications Technology
- NAICS
- Satellite Telecommunications (51741), Satellite Telecommunications (517410)
- SIC
- Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Communications Services, Nec (4899), Guided Missiles & Space Vehicles & Parts (3760)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Satellite Ground Segment & Gateway Services (Teleports, Gateways, Ground Station-as-a-Service) (HDAIAJAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Enterprise Satellite Connectivity & Managed Services (VSAT, SD-WAN over Satcom) (HDAIAJAB), Ground Segment Systems (Ground Stations, TT&C, Mission Ops) (IMABACAJ), Satellite Broadband Terminals & Gateways (VSAT/LEO CPE) (HDAFAIAM)
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Where Comtech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Melville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
Comtech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Software
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Satellite & Space Communications: Hardware and software solutions for satellite communications including modems, amplifiers, ground station equipment, and troposcatter systems sold to military, government, and commercial customers. Revenue generated from product sales, maintenance contracts, and sustainment services.
- Allerium Public Safety Solutions: Next Generation 911 call handling, emergency call routing, and location services provided to public safety answering points (PSAPs), government agencies, and mobile network operators. Revenue from software licensing, subscription services, and professional services.
- Terrestrial and Wireless Network Solutions: Location-based services and messaging platforms for mobile network operators, including GNSS data feeds, location platforms, and wireless emergency alerts.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Comtech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Comtech designs, develops, and delivers mission-critical communications technologies through two business segments. The Satellite & Space Communications segment provides satellite earth station solutions including software-defined modems (DCG line, 5650C2/MP), amplifiers and RF solutions, troposcatter systems, VSAT technologies, multi-orbit SATCOM platforms (ELEVATE 2.0), and antenna systems for military, government, and commercial customers. The Allerium (formerly Terrestrial & Wireless Networks) segment delivers Next Generation 9-1-1 call handling platforms, emergency call routing, location services, GNSS data feeds, and wireless messaging solutions for public safety answering points (PSAPs), government agencies, and mobile network operators.
Product overview
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. is a technology company offering two primary business segments: Satellite & Space Communications and Allerium (public safety). The Satellite & Space segment provides satellite earth station solutions including the ELEVATE 2.0 cloud-native multi-orbit platform, Digital Common Ground (DCG) software-defined modem product line, amplifiers & RF solutions, satellite modems, VSAT technologies, troposcatter systems (MTTS, COMET, CS67PLUS), and the new Multipath Radio (MPR) platform. The Allerium segment delivers NG9-1-1 solutions including call handling platforms (Solacom), Next Generation 911 core services, emergency call routing, and trusted location & messaging solutions. Additional offerings include cybersecurity training services, GNSS data feeds, and ground system services. The company also recently announced new products including Allerium Mira (cloud-native call handling) and Allerium Coral (network-native NG9-1-1 capability).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Allerium Mira: Cloud-native call handling platform built for Next Generation 9-1-1 emergency communications with microservices-based architecture enabling independent scaling
- Allerium Coral
- ELEVATE 2.0
- Digital Common Ground (DCG)
- Solacom
- Solacom Guardian
- COMET
- CS67PLUS
- MTTS (Modular Transit Case Troposcatter)
Products and services
- Allerium Call Handling Solutions (Solacom)
Quantifiable outcome
- Fifth consecutive quarter of positive operating cash flow
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Comtech
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Comtech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability4 records
Feature8 records
Comtech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.
- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd.coreDefinitive agreement for Gilat to acquire most of Comtech's Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5 million in cash. Comtech will retain certain cyber-focused assets and rights to S&S accounts receivable collections. Deal expected to close Q4 2026 pending regulatory approvals including CFIUS, FTC, and DOJ.
- L3Harris TechnologiescoreJoint development of 5650C2/MP embeddable multi-orbit tactical SATCOM modem for military use, supporting MEO, GEO, and HEO satellite connectivity through a single compact system. Modem built on Comtech's software-defined architecture and integrates with L3Harris tactical terminals including Panther and Hawkeye systems.
- TMYTEK (TMY Technology Inc.)majorCollaboration under Canada-Taiwan EUREKA Program to develop advanced multi-orbit satellite communications terminals combining Comtech's multi-orbit satellite modems with TMYTEK's electronically steered antenna (ESA) technology. Produced software-defined Ku/Ka multi-orbit terminal and passive slotted-waveguide antenna terminal for enterprise, defense, and commercial applications.
- Stellant Systems, Inc.minorAcquired Comtech's Power Systems Technology product line in November 2023, representing a divestiture rather than partnership.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Comtech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Intrado (West Corporation): Major NG911 call handling and emergency services infrastructure provider with V9-1-1, SafeWatch, and related PSAP solutions. Most directly comparable to Comtech's Allerium/Solacom call handling products and competes head-to-head for state and county NG911 contracts.
- Gilat Satellite Networks: Acquiring Comtech's Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5M. Direct peer in satellite ground station equipment, VSAT modems, and amplifiers, and a long-standing competitor in commercial and defense satellite ground systems before the pending acquisition.
- iDirect (ST Engineering): Direct peer in satellite ground equipment and VSAT hubs/modem technology for enterprise, defense, and mobility markets. Competes with Comtech's DCG modem line and ELEVATE multi-orbit platform in shared satellite ground infrastructure deals.
Broad incumbents
- Viasat: Major satellite communications operator and equipment provider serving defense, government, and commercial markets with multi-orbit and broadband satellite solutions. Overlaps with Comtech's satellite modems, ground systems, and defense SATCOM business.
- Cisco Systems: Provides IP networking and emergency services routing solutions used by carriers and PSAPs, including ESInet infrastructure. Adjacent competitor to Comtech's Allerium IP Selective Router, NGCS, and ESInet integration offerings.
- Motorola Solutions: Largest provider of mission-critical public safety communications, including NG911 core services, command center software, and radio networks. Highly comparable to Comtech's Allerium segment as the dominant incumbent Comtech competes against in NG911 and PSAP markets.
- Hughes Network Systems: Leading provider of satellite broadband, VSAT networks, and ground systems for consumer, enterprise, and government markets. Directly comparable in satellite modems, ground stations, and managed satellite connectivity competing with Comtech's DCG and ELEVATE platforms.
- L3Harris Technologies: Major defense prime and Comtech partner on the 5650C2/MP multi-orbit tactical SATCOM modem. Competes and collaborates with Comtech across tactical SATCOM, troposcatter-adjacent communications, and integrated defense communications solutions.
Emerging players
- RapidSOS: Emerging NG911 data platform delivering rich incident data (location, medical, sensor) from connected devices to PSAPs. Competes with Comtech's Allerium Trusted Location and messaging solutions as a software-native alternative to traditional PSAP infrastructure.
- Carbyne: Cloud-native NG911 and emergency communication platform delivering real-time location, video, and rich media to PSAPs. Comparable to Allerium Mira and competes for next-generation PSAP modernization RFPs alongside Comtech.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Comtech leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
Comtech subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries2 records
Comtech funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds12 records
Investors3 records
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Comtech M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A13 records
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Comtech
What does Comtech do?
Comtech designs, develops, and delivers mission-critical communications technologies through two business segments. The Satellite & Space Communications segment provides satellite earth station solutions including software-defined modems (DCG line, 5650C2/MP), amplifiers and RF solutions, troposcatter systems, VSAT technologies, multi-orbit SATCOM platforms (ELEVATE 2.0), and antenna systems for military, government, and commercial customers. The Allerium (formerly Terrestrial & Wireless Networks) segment delivers Next Generation 9-1-1 call handling platforms, emergency call routing, location services, GNSS data feeds, and wireless messaging solutions for public safety answering points (PSAPs), government agencies, and mobile network operators.
Is Comtech a public or private company?
Comtech is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was Comtech founded?
Comtech was founded in 1967. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is Comtech based?
Comtech is headquartered in Melville, United States, in the North America region.
How does Comtech make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Satellite & Space Communications are the primary driver. The others are allerium Public Safety Solutions and terrestrial and Wireless Network Solutions.
Who are Comtech's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Intrado (West Corporation), Gilat Satellite Networks and iDirect (ST Engineering). Broad incumbents are Viasat, Cisco Systems, Motorola Solutions, Hughes Network Systems and L3Harris Technologies. Emerging players are RapidSOS and Carbyne.
Does Comtech have an API?
No public API is recorded for Comtech.
What industry is Comtech in?
Comtech's product category is Mission-Critical Communications Technology. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDAIAJAH, Satellite Ground Segment & Gateway Services (Teleports, Gateways, Ground Station-as-a-Service), with a secondary code of HDAIAJAB, Enterprise Satellite Connectivity & Managed Services (VSAT, SD-WAN over Satcom). Its NAICS code is 51741 and its SIC code is 3576.