Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança Ltda

What Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança Ltda does

Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança Ltda is a Brazilian privately held security technology and defense integrator founded in 1993 in São Paulo. It operates under Grupo Berkana alongside its wholly-owned US subsidiary, Berkana Defense & Security LLC (Delaware, 2002), and serves as the exclusive Brazilian distributor for Research Electronics International (REI) plus official distributor for a portfolio of international defense and security vendors (AUNAV, Cerbair, Elistair, 3DX-RAY, NIC Instruments, LifeSaver, Fisher, APPI, and others). The company holds "Empresa Estratégica de Defesa" designation from Brazil's Ministério da Defesa and ABES ethical-company certification, and its customer base is concentrated in government security agencies — federal police, military police, prison administration (SENAPPEN), and intelligence bodies — with corporate security as a secondary segment.

The product portfolio spans eight categories: counterintelligence/TSCM equipment (OSCOR MAX, MESA, ANDRE, ORION, TALAN), intelligence solutions (Black Spirit predictive analytics platform, environmental recording, night vision, satellite monitoring), special projects (CICCM mobile integrated command and control, AUNAV EOD robots, facial recognition and license plate systems), remote surveillance (RDK kits), drone solutions (Cerbair anti-drone, Elistair tethered drones), tactical groups (3DX-RAY ThreatScan X-ray inspection, ballistic blankets, NIC Hook & Line kits), access control (Fisher M-Scope metal detectors), and field operations (LifeSaver water purification, APPI tactical communications). Proprietary products include the TIRS-CAM telescopic infrared search camera and the Black Spirit geospatial intelligence platform; the company has documented high-profile deployments including SENAPPEN's "Operação Mute" (Kit TTK, nearly 8,000 phones seized across 11 phases) and CICCM at COP30 in Belém.

Revenue is generated through three streams: equipment sales (hardware distribution of REI, AUNAV, and other vendor products), professional services and training (Berkana Academy, REI factory training delivered in São Paulo with international instructors), and managed integration services (deployment, custom integration, and ongoing technical support for solutions like CICCM). All products are sold via quote-based direct enterprise field sales targeting government agencies, police forces, military, and corporate security buyers; government procurement uses ATA de Registro de Preço (Price Registration Agreement) enabling rapid acquisition by public institutions. Pricing is not publicly disclosed, and there are no disclosed funding rounds, investors, headcount figures, or revenue figures.

Name

Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança Ltda

Legal name

Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança Ltda.

Website

https://berkana.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança is a Brazilian private defense and security technology integrator (founded 1993) that distributes TSCM, EOD robotics, and intelligence hardware, and supplies integrated solutions — including mobile command centers — to government security agencies and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense and Security Technology Equipment

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMABAGAF

IFF/Identification, Beaconing & Cooperative Surveillance Systems

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing/Defense Electronics, Sensors & Radar

Keywords

• Technical surveillance countermeasures
• Electronic counterintelligence equipment
• Defense technology solutions
• Tactical security integration
• Bomb disposal robotics

Headquarters

HQ city

São Paulo

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Sale of security technology equipment including spectrum analyzers, RF detectors, tactical robots, surveillance systems, and integrated solutions to government agencies and corporate clients.
2. Training Services: Official factory training programs including REI TSCM training, conducted at São Paulo headquarters with international instructors and Portuguese simultaneous translation. Berkana Academy provides ongoing professional development.
3. Professional Services and Integration: Custom integration, deployment support, and ongoing technical support for complex security solutions including CICCM mobile command centers.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Berkana is a value-added distributor and integrator of security technology and defense equipment for government, police, military, and corporate clients. The company distributes international brands (REI, AUNAV, 3DX-RAY, LifeSaver, NIC Instruments, Cerbair, Elistair) and develops proprietary solutions such as the CICCM mobile command center, TIRS-CAM search camera, and the Black Spirit intelligence platform. It also provides specialized training through Berkana Academy and full project integration from equipment to deployment.

Product overview

Berkana Tecnologia em Segurança operates as a national reference in Security Technology and Defense solutions, serving tactical, intelligence, counterintelligence, and special projects sectors. The portfolio is organized into eight main product categories: Contrainteligência (counterintelligence/TSCM equipment including OSCOR MAX, MESA, ANDRE, ORION, TALAN spectrum analyzers and detectors from REI); Inteligência (intelligence solutions including environmental recording devices, night vision, selective cell phone detection, satellite monitoring); Projetos Especiais (special projects including CICCM mobile command center, bomb disposal robots AUNAV NEO HD S2 and NEXT, facial recognition and license plate systems); Vigilância Remota (remote surveillance including RDK kits); Soluções para Drones (drone solutions including anti-drone systems and tethered drones); Grupos Táticos (tactical group equipment including X-ray inspection ThreatScan LSC, ballistic blankets, Hook & Line kits); Controle de Acesso (access control including M-Scope metal detectors); and Operações em Campo (field operations including LifeSaver water purifiers, tactical communication APPI systems, protective equipment). Berkana serves as exclusive distributor for multiple international brands (REI, AUNAV, 3DX-RAY, NIC Instruments, LifeSaver, Fisher, APPI, Cerbair, Elistair) while also developing proprietary solutions like TIRS-CAM and the Black Spirit intelligence platform. The company also operates Berkana Academy for training and certification programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Berkana Academy: Training and capacity-building platform developed to centralize knowledge, enhance skills, and strengthen technical and strategic training for professionals in the security sector.

Products and services

• OSCOR MAX Next-generation portable spectrum analyzer for RF threat detection in TSCM operations, covering 10 kHz to 43 GHz with up to 1,100 GHz/s scan speed, integrated automatic-switching antenna system, touchscreen interface, and TEMPEST verification capabilities for government, military, and intelligence applications.
• Kit TTK (Tactical TSCM Kit) Complete portable countermeasure kit for environmental sweeping, combining MESA spectrum analyzer, ANDRE RF detector, ORION 2.4HX non-linear junction detector, CMA acoustic leak detector, and FLIR C3-X thermal camera in a case under 11kg. Used by Senappen in Operation Mute to seize nearly 8,000 mobile phones across 11 phases of national anti-organized crime operations.
• MESA Basic e Deluxe Enhanced Mobile Spectrum Analyzer measuring frequency and power of known and unknown RF irradiations including WiFi, Bluetooth, cell phones, and illicit transmitters. Basic model covers up to 6 GHz, Deluxe up to 12 GHz, with sweep speeds exceeding 200 GHz/second.
• Orion 2.4HX Non-linear junction detector for detecting hidden electronic devices such as cameras and microphones, regardless of whether they are connected via cable, WiFi, or turned off. Operates in the 2.4 GHz band with automatic channel selection.
• Orion HX Deluxe Non-linear junction detector with touchscreen display and interchangeable antennas operating at 2.4 GHz and 900 MHz frequencies. Detects electronic devices even when powered off or disconnected. Features visual, audio, and vibration alerts, 8-hour battery life, IP63 water resistance, and holds ANATEL, FCC, and CE certifications.
• Oscor Blue Portable spectrum analyzer detecting illegal, unauthorized, disruptive, or anomalous transmissions across multiple frequencies. Scans 24 GHz per second using integrated antennas; weighs 4.4 kg with 3-4 hour battery operation.
• TALAN 3.0 Digital, Analog, and VoIP Telephone Line Analyzer using automatic switching matrix to test all wire pair combinations. Combines tension, current, resistance, capacitance testing with non-linear junction detection, frequency domain reflectometry, and digital demodulation technology.
• ANDRE Advanced e Deluxe Wideband portable receiver detecting known, unknown, illegal, disruptive, or interfering transmissions. Locates RF, infrared, visible light, carrier current, and other nearby transmitters. Advanced model covers 10 kHz to 6 GHz, Deluxe model 10 kHz to 12 GHz.
• Kit PSK (Physical Search Kit) Portable and compact physical search kit with over 50 essential tools for investigations. Includes articulated borescope, wireless inspection camera, infrared mini-monocular detector, digital multimeter, evidence protection (Faraday bag), and tools for locating hidden electronic surveillance devices.
• TIRS-CAM Proprietary telescopic search camera with infrared system for locating threats or suspicious objects in inaccessible areas such as ceilings, upper floor windows, pipes, and containers. Features 1080P HD 7-inch screen, 16G memory (expandable to 256G), carbon fiber pole (96cm-262cm), and waterproof antichock case.
• CICCM - Centro Integrado de Comando e Controle Móvel Proprietary Mobile Integrated Command and Control Center installed in an adapted truck, providing real-time monitoring, inter-agency communication integration, AI-powered facial recognition, license plate reading, real-time drone integration, and crisis management. Produced as a partnership between Berkana, EcoX, Manupa, and Labor.
• AUNAV NEO HD S2 Robot EOD/IED/CBRN remote-operated vehicle with variable geometry system allowing width adjustment from 400mm to 680mm. Features four independent tracks, up to 150kg payload, 80kg arm lifting capacity, 5-hour autonomy, and modular design supporting CBRN sensors, X-ray integration, and MEDEVAC configuration. Complies with MIL-STD 810H, MIL-STD 461, and IP66.
• AUNAV NEXT Robot Dual-arm EOD robot developed with EOD units combining dexterity and strength. Features semi-autonomous capabilities including object following, obstacle avoidance, 360° rotating arms, 250kg movement capacity, 40° incline operation, 5-hour autonomy, and 4 km/h maximum speed.
• ThreatScan LSC Portable non-intrusive X-ray inspection system including LS1 large-format panel (600x460mm) and LS3 compact panel (305x256mm). Features submillimetric resolution, wireless communication, lithium-ion batteries, 40mm steel penetration at 120kV, operating temperature -20°C to 55°C.
• 3DX-ARX Raman Spectrometer Portable Raman spectrometer with SharpEye autofocus technology for identifying unknown chemical substances. Distinguishes between container and actual substance, reducing interference and fluorescence, with results in seconds.
• Manta Balística (Ballistic Blanket) EOD Ballistic Blanket made of multiple high-resistance aramid layers for containing fragments in case of explosion. Lightweight, foldable, easy to transport, designed for rapid positioning around containment rings for safe response in critical scenarios.
• APPI-COM Long-range tactical voice communication solution for teams operating at distances up to 2,000 meters. Hands-free technology with noise cancellation, autonomous coded network requiring no prior infrastructure, unlimited users, voice alert for 'man down', and up to 9 hours operation time.
• APPI-CovR APPI-COM technology in a headset with noise cancellation. Range exceeding 3.8 km, voice alert, 31dB acoustic isolation, DSP noise reduction, 124dB maximum speaker output, allowing switching between mute mode and duplex bidirectional communication.
• Hook & Line Kits Tactical systems for remote and safe manipulation in high-risk operations. Includes Gamma B Backpack (complete), Titanium Delta Lightweight (ultralight titanium), Delta Lightweight (compact), and Door Access (specialized for door opening) configurations for EOD and technical search operations.
• LifeSaver Liberty Portable water purification bottle with internal pump. Purifies up to 2,000 liters, removes 99.99% of viruses, bacteria, and cysts. Includes 1.5m hose for water extraction, activated carbon filter disc, 400ml storage capacity, BPA/BPS free.
• LifeSaver Jerrycan Robust portable water purifier filtering up to 20,000 liters. Removes viruses, bacteria, cysts, and parasites. 18.5-liter capacity, up to 4 L/min flow rate, NSF P248 compliant, replaceable filter cartridge, BPA/BPS free.
• LifeSaver CUBE Robust portable water purifier providing 5,000 liters of clean water. 5-liter storage capacity, removes 99.99% viruses, bacteria, and cysts, exceeds NSF/ANSI P231 and WHO2011 high protection standards. Developed in partnership with Oxfam for emergency response.
• LifeSaver C2 Large-scale water purification system providing 1 million liters per filter cartridge set. 750-liter tank capacity, serves up to 300 people for 6 years, 12 L/min flow rate, no chemicals or electricity required. FailSafe technology ensures safety when filter membranes are blocked.
• M-Scope Portable walk-through metal detector with 3 detection zones (head, torso, legs). 100 sensitivity levels, mounts/dismounts in 5 minutes, 40-hour battery life or AC operation, temperature range -20°C to 60°C, automatic calibration, LCD keypad, and user configuration storage.
• Black Spirit Brazilian operational intelligence and digital investigation platform focusing on processing large volumes of data for geospatial and predictive analyses. Transforms complex mobility and telecommunications information into actionable intelligence for strategic planning and threat anticipation.
• Berkana Academy Training Platform Proprietary centralized training and certification platform offering recorded videos, structured lessons organized by modules, live and recorded webinars, and complementary support materials covering products, technical Capacitação, intelligence, and counterintelligence. Includes official factory training programs such as REI TSCM training with international instructors.
• Anti-Drone System Drone detection and neutralization solutions for protecting critical infrastructure and large events, combining Cerbair anti-drone detection with Elistair tethered drone response capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 8,000 mobile phones seized through Operation Mute using Berkana Kit TTK technology
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Research Electronics International (REI)coreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive distributor of REI products in Brazil. REI is a global leader in Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) equipment, developing spectrum analyzers, RF detectors, and non-linear junction detectors.
• EcoXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner for CICCM (Centro Integrado de Comando e Controle Móvel) development, providing mobile platform infrastructure and hosting solution demonstrations.
• ManupacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for public sector supply and management of security solutions, ensuring compliance, logistics, and efficiency.
• LaborcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner providing high-technology semi-trailers essential for CICCM integration and full system functionality.
• AUNAVflagshipTechnology or IntegrationProvider of NEO HD S2 bomb disposal robot (ROV) for EOD/IED operations, demonstrated at LAAD Security 2026.
• CerbaircoreTechnology or IntegrationFrench provider of anti-drone detection and neutralization solutions for critical infrastructure and event protection.
• ElistaircoreTechnology or IntegrationFrench provider of tethered drone systems and solutions enabling continuous monitoring, high autonomy, and stability for surveillance operations.
• 3DX-RAYcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of portable X-ray inspection systems, Raman spectrometers, and ballistic blankets for non-intrusive inspection and EOD operations.
• Black SpiritcoreTechnology or IntegrationBrazilian platform for operational intelligence and digital investigation, focusing on processing large volumes of data for geoespacial and predictive analysis.
• ASELSANflagshipTechnology or IntegrationTurkish company presenting advanced security and defense technologies including signal jammers, anti-drone solutions, prison security systems, and critical infrastructure protection at iLab-Segurança 2026.
• ForsolutioncoreTechnology or IntegrationInternational partner presenting advanced intelligence operation transmitters and recorders for data collection and discreet technical surveillance.
• NIC InstrumentscoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Hook & Line tactical kits for remote manipulation in high-risk operations, including Gamma B Backpack, Titanium Delta, and Door Access configurations.
• LifesavercoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of water purification solutions including Liberty, Jerrycan, CUBE, C1, and C2 portable systems for field operations.
• Digital BarrierscoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of advanced surveillance and security technologies for government and defense applications.
• NP AerospacecoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of armored vehicles and security solutions for defense and tactical operations.
• DelaircoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of professional drone solutions for surveillance and aerial intelligence operations.
• QCCcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology provider with various solutions for surveillance and defense applications.
• PhonakcoreTechnology or IntegrationCommunication technology provider for tactical and security applications.
• CovidencecoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology solutions provider.
• SIMcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology solutions provider.
• Pro4SeccoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology solutions provider.
• EscribanocoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of tactical robots including NEXT and NEO HD S2 for EOD and security operations.
• ETGIcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology provider.
• BCCcoreTechnology or IntegrationSecurity technology provider.
• FishercoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of M-Scope portable metal detector portal for security screening.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Research Electronics International (REI): US-based manufacturer of TSCM spectrum analyzers, RF detectors, and non-linear junction detectors; the same product category Berkana exclusively distributes into Brazil via Kit TTK and individual SKUs.
• Digital Barriers: UK-based provider of advanced surveillance and security technologies for government and defense; a current Berkana technology partner offering overlapping capabilities for the same Brazilian public-security customer base.
• Smiths Detection: Global manufacturer of security inspection systems, X-ray scanners, and threat detection equipment; directly comparable to the 3DX-RAY ThreatScan, ARX, and Manta Balística products Berkana distributes to Brazilian federal and corporate clients.

Broad incumbents

• Thales Group: Multinational defense, aerospace, and security group with significant Brazil presence and broad portfolio in secure communications, biometrics, and surveillance—overlapping with multiple segments of Berkana's defensive-electronics distribution and tactical-integration business.
• Teledyne FLIR: US-based provider of thermal imaging sensors—including the FLIR C3-X distributed by Berkana—and broader situational-awareness offerings for defense, public safety, and tactical operations, serving the same end customers with comparable technologies.
• Elbit Systems: Israeli defense-electronics group active across Latin America, with C4I, intelligence, surveillance, and tactical product lines that overlap with Berkana's tactical, intelligence, and EOD-robot segments.
• L3Harris Technologies: Major US defense-electronics prime with capabilities spanning secure radios, sensors, and ISR systems; comparable in product category to the REI, AUNAV, and 3DX-RAY portfolios Berkana aggregates for Brazilian tactical and intelligence customers.
• Nuctech: Chinese-backed manufacturer of security-inspection and anti-IED equipment with strong Latin American footprint; competes in the same screening and inspection category where Berkana distributes 3DX-RAY ThreatScan and ARX products.
• Motorola Solutions: Global leader in public-safety communications, video surveillance, and command-center software, with substantial Brazilian operations serving police and federal agencies, overlapping with Berkana's APPI tactical comms and CICCM command-and-control portfolio.
• OSI Systems (Rapiscan Systems): Parent of Rapiscan Systems, a global provider of security inspection, screening, and cargo detection equipment; competes directly with Berkana's distributed X-ray and screening portfolio in Brazilian public-security bids.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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