What Sepura does

Sepura is a UK-headquartered, privately held designer and manufacturer of digital radio communications equipment for mission-critical and business-critical operations, with its headquarters and 150-person R&D centre at Cambridge Research Park. The company's core technology is TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio), a standards-based narrowband voice and data standard widely used by public-safety and infrastructure operators, complemented by a hybrid TETRA and 4G/5G product line (SCL3 hand-portable and SCU3 vehicle device) intended to enable customers to migrate at their own pace toward Mission Critical Services (MCX). Sepura's product portfolio spans rugged hand-portable radios (SC20, SC21, SC23, STP8X000), vehicle radios (SCG22, SCU3), ATEX/IECEx-certified devices for explosive atmospheres, an extensive accessory ecosystem, the AppSPACE applications platform (RadioAsset, AutoMate, SmartView, Shunting Call), and centralised device management software (Radio Manager 2, Sepura Device Manager).

The business sells almost exclusively through a global network of more than 100 authorised partners, generating revenue primarily from hardware sales with a growing contribution from device-management software subscriptions and professional services such as training, repair and maintenance. Sepura's installed base exceeds 3 million devices across 100+ countries, with market leadership positions in more than 30 countries and a customer base concentrated in public safety (police, fire and rescue, ambulance, covert surveillance), transportation (airports, railways, metros, ports), energy and mining, and commercial verticals. The company was acquired by UK private equity firm Epiris in 2022 via a management buyout led by then-CEO Steve Barber; in October 2025 Chris Barnes succeeded Barber as CEO as part of a planned succession. Historical acquisitions include Teltronic (2015, infrastructure and terminals), Portalify (2013), Fylde Micro (2014) and 3t Communications (2012).

Name

Sepura

Legal name

Sepura Limited

Website

https://sepura.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1896

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Sepura is a UK-based, privately held designer and manufacturer of TETRA and hybrid TETRA/4G/5G mission-critical radios, device management software, and radio applications, serving public safety, transportation, energy/mining and commercial customers across more than 100 countries through a global partner network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mission-Critical Professional Mobile Radio (PMR) Communications

NAICS

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

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Telephone & Telegraph Apparatus (3661)

akta.pro primary industry

Rugged Smartphones & Push-to-Talk Devices (HDACALAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Telematics Hardware, Sensors & Installation Services (TLABAJAL)

Keywords

• Mission-critical communications
• TETRA radio devices
• Hybrid LTE radios
• Device management software
• Public safety radios

Headquarters

HQ city

Cambridge

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of rugged TETRA, hybrid, and 4G/5G radios for mission-critical and business-critical operations. Includes hand-portable radios (SCL3, SC20, SC21, SC23, STP8X), vehicle devices (SCG22, SCU3), and accessories
2. Software and Device Management: Licensing of device management software including Radio Manager 2 and Sepura Device Manager, along with AppSPACE applications
3. Professional Services and Training: Training programmes, technical support, repair and maintenance services delivered through global partner network

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Sepura designs, manufactures, and supplies rugged TETRA and hybrid TETRA/4G/5G radio devices, vehicle-mounted radios, accessories, and device management software for mission-critical and business-critical communications. The portfolio spans hand-portable radios (SCL3, SC20, SC21, SC23, STP8X000), vehicle devices (SCG22, SCU3), the AppSPACE application platform, and Radio Manager 2 / Sepura Device Manager fleet management tools. Products serve public safety, transportation, energy & mining, and commercial sectors across 100+ countries, with more than 3 million devices deployed globally.

Product overview

Sepura is a UK-based company that designs, develops, and supplies critical communications solutions primarily focused on TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio) and hybrid TETRA/LTE/4G/5G technologies. Their product portfolio centers on rugged radio devices for mission-critical operations and includes hand-portable radios (SCL3, SC20, SC21, SC23, STP8X000), vehicle-mounted devices (SCG22, SCU3), and a comprehensive range of accessories (audio, power, control, installation, antennas, carrying, programming). Their device management ecosystem comprises Radio Manager 2 for TETRA radios and Sepura Device Manager for LTE/hybrid devices. The AppSPACE platform provides intelligent radio applications including RadioAsset, AutoMate, SmartView, and Shunting Call. Sepura serves public safety (police, fire, ambulance, covert surveillance), transportation (airports, railways, metros, buses, ports), energy and mining, and commercial sectors across over 100 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• SCL3 Flagship hybrid TETRA and 4G/5G hand-portable mission-critical radio running Android OS with a 5-inch touchscreen, hot-swappable battery, and optional SC28 TETRA module, enabling customers to migrate to MCX at their own pace.
• SC20 Resilient, intelligent, rugged hand-portable TETRA radio with outstanding performance in UHF and VHF frequencies and IP68 environmental protection for mission-critical operations.
• SC21 Small, lightweight, smart rugged TETRA radio offering compact form factor with IP67 protection and UHF frequency support for mission-critical users.
• SC23 Rugged and reliable TETRA device offering powerful audio, simplified user interface, essential functionality, and VHF support for mission-critical operations.
• STP8X000 Extremely robust ATEX and IECEx certified TETRA radio with UHF support, designed to withstand the harshest working conditions including potentially explosive atmospheres such as oil & gas and mining environments.
• SCG22 Intelligent, connected, advanced TETRA mobile radio vehicle device with exceptional coverage in UHF and VHF frequencies and IP54 protection for in-vehicle deployment.
• SCU3

Quantifiable outcome

• Over-the-Air Programming enables remote updates without physical handling, reducing administrative burden and downtime
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered supporting and regional.

• DAMM Cellular SystemssupportingTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026DAMM supplied the TETRA base station for Sepura's upgraded training room at Cambridge headquarters, enabling realistic hands-on training exercises that mirror operational environments for partners and customers.
• NorthcomregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwedish partner that supported the Swedish Sea Rescue Society implementation of Over-the-Air Programming, providing local expertise and support.
• Jomtel TelecomunicacionesregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMexican partner that partnered with Sepura for Mexico City Police modernisation project and Hurricane Otis disaster response deployment using DAMM base stations and Sepura radios.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• L3Harris Technologies: Large defense and tactical communications supplier offering mission-critical radios, waveforms, and command software. Adjacent competitor in public-safety/tactical comms with much broader portfolio.
• Thales: Global defense and aerospace group with critical-communications offerings (infrastructure, terminals, secure networks). Competes with Sepura in transportation and public-safety infrastructure deals.

Direct peers

• Motorola Solutions: Global incumbent in mission-critical communications. Directly competes with Sepura across TETRA terminals, hybrid LTE devices, and command-and-control software, and is Sepura's co-contractor on the UK Airwave extension.
• Hytera: Chinese-headquartered supplier of TETRA and PMR/LTE professional mobile radios. Direct competitor across public-safety, transportation, and utilities verticals, particularly strong in Asia, EMEA and Latin America.
• JVCKENWOOD (Kenwood Professional Radio): Major manufacturer of professional and mission-critical hand-portable and mobile radios (NEXEDGE, DMR, PTT over LTE). Overlaps with Sepura in transportation, utilities, and public-safety segments.
• Codan Communications (Barrett Communications / Zetron): Supplies HF, critical-communications, and dispatch solutions to defense, public safety, and humanitarian markets. Comparable in mission-critical voice communications and rugged terminal design.
• Icom Incorporated: Japanese professional radio manufacturer with a broad PMR/LTE portfolio including LTE/PTT handhelds targeted at public safety and industrial users. Comparable in product category and ruggedized device positioning.
• Airbus (Public Safety and Security / Cassidian): Supplies TETRA infrastructure (e.g. Tetrapol, TETRA networks) and partner terminals into European and Middle Eastern public-safety networks. Competes with Sepura at the network/device interface in shared customer accounts.

Emerging players

• Bittium: Finnish provider of mission-critical LTE devices (Tough Mobile) and secure communications software. Competes in the same TETRA-to-LTE migration niche as Sepura with a software-heavy differentiation angle.

Others

• DAMM Cellular Systems: TETRA and LTE infrastructure provider and Sepura ecosystem partner (supplied base station for Sepura's training room). Comparable as a TETRA ecosystem participant; partner rather than direct device competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Sepura_CriticalCommunications
• Facebookfacebook.com/SepuraLtd
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sepura
• Instagraminstagram.com/sepuraltd
• Xx.com/sepuraplc

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A4 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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