What Axnes does

Axnes AS is a privately-held Norwegian designer, manufacturer, and supplier of mission-critical wireless intercom systems, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Grimstad, Norway. The company develops full-duplex wireless communication systems for aviation, search and rescue (SAR), military, maritime, and oil and gas operators, with proprietary adaptive noise cancellation, echo cancellation, non-interrupted VOX, and AES 256/FIPS 140-2 encrypted communications. Its product portfolio comprises two lines: the legacy PNG Wireless Intercom System (MP30/MP50 handsets, BST30/35/50 base stations, CP50 control panel) targeted at SAR and military operations, and the newly launched CPX Wireless Intercom System (BST250 base station, HS200 and HS250 wireless headsets) targeted at helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), VIP transport, and law enforcement applications. All products are developed and manufactured in Norway and certified to aviation authority airworthiness standards including EASA Part 21G, EASA Part 145, UK CAA Part 145, AS9100, ISO9001-2015, and DO-160/DO-178 DAL D.

Axnes operates a direct enterprise sales model with regional offices in Norway, the United Kingdom, Austria, France, the United States (Colorado Springs, with a Texas-based US managing director), Australia, and India, supported by integration partners including Vipe21 AS in Norway and Dallas Avionics in North America. The company is a certified supplier to all four major helicopter OEMs (Airbus Helicopters, Leonardo, Bell, Sikorsky) and has deployed over 3,000 systems globally, with customers spanning government SAR organizations, military forces, commercial helicopter operators, and oil and gas aviation transport. Revenue is generated primarily through hardware sales of base stations, handsets, and accessories, supplemented by EASA Part 145 certified maintenance services, warranty extensions, and lifetime serial-number tracked aftermarket support. Pricing is quotation-based and not publicly disclosed, consistent with a B2B/government sales motion targeting enterprise and defense procurement.

Name

Axnes

Legal name

Axnes AS

Website

https://axnes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Axnes AS is a Norwegian, privately-held designer and manufacturer of mission-critical wireless intercom systems for helicopter aviation, search and rescue, military, and government operators, with two product lines (PNG and CPX) and over 3,000 systems deployed globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Wireless Communication Systems

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

RF & Wireless Components/Modules (RF front-end, antennas, industrial wireless modules) (IMAGAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) & Integrated RF Modules (HDAHAMAA)

Keywords

• Aviation intercom systems
• Wireless helicopter communication
• SAR radio equipment
• Military tactical intercom
• Avionics intercommunication

Headquarters

HQ city

Grimstad

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wireless Intercom Hardware Systems: Sale of wireless intercom hardware including base stations (BST250, BST30/35, BST50), handsets (HS200, HS250, MP30, MP50), control panels, chargers, and accessories. Systems can be integrated with existing wired ICS or deployed as standalone solutions.
2. Maintenance and Support Services: Periodic maintenance, battery replacement, warranty extensions (1 year standard, extended to 2 years free upon online registration), and full repair/service capability for all products. Lifetime tracking of all units by serial number.
3. EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organization Services: Certified maintenance services under EASA Part 145 approval, providing airworthy maintenance for aviation systems.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Axnes designs, manufactures, and supplies wireless intercom systems for mission-critical aviation, search and rescue, and military operations. Its portfolio includes the PNG Wireless Intercom System (handsets, base stations, control panels, and accessories) and the newer CPX Wireless Intercom System (BST250 base station with HS200 and HS250 wireless headsets), delivering full-duplex, encrypted, untethered crew communication that integrates with existing ICS and radio infrastructure.

Product overview

Axnes provides two distinct wireless intercom product lines: the PNG system and the newer CPX system. The PNG (Polycon Next Generation) system is the established mission-critical platform serving SAR and military operations for over 30 years, comprising MP30/MP50 handsets, mobile and installed base stations (BST30/35, BST50), control panels (CP50), and compatible headsets/helmets. The CPX system is the latest innovation featuring a compact BST250 base station supporting up to 50 wireless users and up to 3 groups, paired with HS200 (passenger transport with PA and entertainment) and HS250 (full duplex with lip-sync for HEMS/VIP/law enforcement) wireless headsets. Both systems share core technologies including full duplex communication, adaptive noise cancelling, echo cancelling, AES 256/FIPS 140-2 encryption, GPS positioning, NVG compatibility, and multiple operational modes (Intercom, Direct Mode, Local Mode). All products are developed and manufactured in Norway and are certified airworthy to aviation authority requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CPX: CPX Wireless Intercom System - newest innovation in wireless intercom systems for aviation, featuring BST250 base station, HS200 and HS250 wireless headsets
• PNG Wireless Intercom

Products and services

• CPX Wireless Intercom System Wireless intercom system for aviation professionals providing untethered communication with high-clarity audio, featuring a compact base station and wireless headsets for HEMS, VIP, and law enforcement operations.
• CPX BST250 Base Station Compact wireless base station providing connectivity for up to 50 wireless users across up to 3 communication groups, with license-free spectrum and aviation certification (DO-160 & DO-178 DAL D).
• CPX HS200 Headset Wireless headset designed for passenger transport with ANR, 33dB passive noise reduction, built-in music player, Bluetooth phone/pad pairing, PA capability, and 12-hour operating time.
• CPX HS250 Wireless Intercom Headset Full duplex wireless intercom headset with lip-sync latency, up to 250m line of sight range, IP67 waterproof rating, and automatic adaptive VOX capability for HEMS, VIP, and law enforcement crews.
• PNG Wireless Intercom System Mission-critical wireless intercom system for SAR and military operations, featuring handsets, base stations, and accessories for in-cabin and outside crew communication.
• MP50 Series Handset Wireless handset for the PNG system providing robust communication for mission-critical operations with periodic maintenance on seals and 3-year battery replacement cycle.
• MP30 Series Handsets Wireless handsets for the PNG intercom system designed for demanding SAR and military environments.
• CP50 Control Panel Control panel for managing PNG wireless intercom system operations.
• BST30/35 Mobile Base Stations Mobile base stations for the PNG system providing wireless connectivity for portable deployments.
• BST50 Installed Base Station Permanently installed base station for PNG wireless intercom with robust range capabilities.
• CHG30 Single Slot Charger Single slot charger for PNG system handsets.
• PNG Compatible Headsets & Helmets Range of compatible headsets and helmets including Throat-Mic, Ops-Core Fast Bump, Ops-Core AMP, Nvolo V_2 SAR, IR33, and Gecko Headset for use with PNG wireless intercom systems.
• PNG Compatible Accessories Accessories for PNG system including AXS-ADL series adapters, BST35 mounting bracket, and other mounting solutions.
• Maintenance, Repair, and EASA Part 145 Services Periodic maintenance, battery replacement, warranty extensions (1 year standard, extended to 2 years free upon online registration), and full repair/service capability for all Axnes products. Includes EASA Part 145 certified airworthy maintenance, with lifetime tracking of all units by serial number.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 3,000 systems deployed globally in demanding environments
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 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

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Dallas Avionics / Radio MasterscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 16 March 2026Dallas Avionics has formed a service agreement with Axnes to service North American MP transceivers, including models MP30 and MP50. The services are carried out by Dallas Avionics's sister company, Radio Masters. This partnership extends Axnes's authorized maintenance coverage to North America.
• Vipe21 AScoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVipe21, based in Stavanger, Norway, is chosen by Axnes as the Preferred Integrator and Installer of Axnes products. Vipe21 is a EASA Part 21 Subpart J Design Organization, providing aircraft integration and installation services for Axnes wireless intercom systems.
• AlidauniaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlidaunia operates in many different areas of aviation business including public transportation, aerial work, CAMO, maintenance (IT.145.0101), design organization (EASA AP.018), airport and heliport management, and firefighting. The partnership appears to involve integration and deployment of Axnes communication solutions in Alidaunia's aviation operations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• L3Harris Technologies: Major US defense prime with tactical radios and aviation communications products that compete with Axnes at the program/platform level. Overlaps with Axnes on military helicopter and special-mission wireless communications, but bundled with much wider systems and platform work.
• Cobham Aerospace Communications: Established supplier of avionics, audio/radio management, and ICS systems for fixed-wing and rotary aircraft across commercial and military markets. Competes with Axnes in aviation intercom but at much larger scale and as part of a broader avionics portfolio.
• Hytera: Global supplier of professional mobile radios and mission-critical wireless communications used by public safety and industry. Adjacent competitor where end-users evaluate wired/wireless intercom versus digital radio push-to-talk for mission-critical crews.
• 3M PELTOR (COMTAC / Lite-Com): Global incumbent in tactical hearing protection with integrated communications (COMTAC, Lite-Com WS). Sells much more broadly across industrial, law enforcement, and military markets but serves the same end-user need for noise-cancelling, wireless crew communication as Axnes.
• David Clark / Bose / Lightspeed (Aviation Headsets): General-aviation headset incumbents (Bose A30, Lightspeed, David Clark) that overlap with Axnes on the aviation headphone/headset layer, though typically targeting fixed-wing GA and commercial cockpits rather than rotary-wing mission-critical wireless intercom.
• Sennheiser (Pro / Aviation): Audio-specialist incumbent whose aviation headsets and pro-audio intercom products compete with Axnes on the in-cabin crew headset side, though Sennheiser serves a much broader pro/consumer audio market.

Direct peers

• INVISIO: Provider of tactical hearing-protection and wireless intercom/communications headsets for defense and law enforcement. Comparable on the integration of full-duplex wireless intercom, situational awareness, and rugged form factors for mission-critical operators.
• David Clark Company: Long-standing US maker of aviation headsets, intercoms, and ground-crew communication systems widely used in helicopters, SAR, and military applications. Overlaps directly with Axnes on wireless intercom for helicopter crews and on hearing-protection-grade headsets.
• Ops-Core (a Gentex company): Supplier of tactical helmets and integrated communications/headset systems for military and special-mission users. Directly comparable to Axnes on the headset-and-intercom stack delivered to helicopter aircrews, SAR swimmers, and ground teams.
• Becker Avionics: German aviation intercom and radio specialist supplying wired and wireless crew intercom systems, including the DVCS 6100 digital ICS, to helicopters and special-mission aircraft — directly comparable to Axnes' wireless PNG/CPX systems on mission-critical rotorcraft.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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