Wojskowy Instytut Łączności im. prof. J. Groszkowskiego

What Wojskowy Instytut Łączności im. prof. J. Groszkowskiego does

Wojskowy Instytut Łączności im. prof. J. Groszkowskiego - Państwowy Instytut Badawczy (WIŁ-PIB) is a state research institute subordinate to the Polish Minister of National Defence, founded in 1951 in Zegrze Południowe and granted PIB status on 1 October 2020. The institute operates four R&D departments (Cryptology, Radiocommunications and Electronic Warfare, C4I Systems, Electromagnetic Compatibility) and three specialized laboratories (EMC, Environmental Testing, and a 200 TFlops Cyber Attack Analysis Laboratory), holding Category A scientific classification and industrial security clearances at ŚCIŚLE TAJNE (TOP SECRET), NATO SECRET, and EU SECRET levels.

Its core product portfolio comprises certified cryptographic devices (IP-Krypto 2 for IP networks, LAWENDA for radio networks, RUMIANEK for ISDN networks, and the SGCL-1MB hardware random number generator), the GUARANA software-defined tactical radio system covering 2 MHz-2 GHz, the 5gSTAR 5G attack detection suite integrating ML detectors with MITRE ATT&CK, the MEDICS battlefield medical evacuation platform, and the SYMONA radio monitoring and direction-finding system. Supporting capabilities include TEMPEST/ISVS testing, AI-enhanced C4I infrastructure for NATO Federated Mission Networks, and electromagnetic compatibility certification.

The institute operates a non-commercial revenue model: it is funded through Polish Ministry of National Defence budget allocations, NCBiR national research grants (e.g., the PLN 15.1M 5gSTAR project), and European Defence Agency Category B project contracts (SOFTANET, WINLAS, LoRaCo, CRAI). Pricing is not publicly disclosed; the institute functions as a captive, single-buyer R&D provider serving the Polish Armed Forces, with no commercial or export customer base identified in the source material.

Name

Wojskowy Instytut Łączności im. prof. J. Groszkowskiego

Legal name

Wojskowy Instytut Łączności im. prof. dr. hab. Janusza Groszkowskiego - Państwowy Instytut Badawczy

Website

https://wil.waw.pl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Wojskowy Instytut Łączności (WIŁ-PIB) is a Polish state research institute under the Ministry of National Defence that develops certified cryptographic systems, C4I infrastructure, tactical radios, and EW/EMC solutions exclusively for the Polish Armed Forces and NATO/EU partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense Communications Systems

NAICS

National Security (928110), National Security and International Affairs (9281), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Electronic Warfare (EW) & SIGINT/ELINT Systems (IMABAGAB), Secure Communications, Cryptography & Key Management Systems (IMABAOAK), Defense R&D, Test, Evaluation & Innovation (BPAIAHAC)

Keywords

• Military communications systems
• Cryptographic devices
• Electronic warfare solutions
• Electromagnetic compatibility testing
• Command control systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Zegrze Południowe

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Wojskowy Instytut Łączności (WIŁ-PIB) is a Polish state research institute that conducts scientific research and development in command, communication, and informatics systems for national defense. It designs, develops, certifies, and delivers ready-made secure communications solutions—including cryptographic devices, radio communication systems, C4I infrastructure, electronic warfare equipment, and electromagnetic compatibility testing—for the Polish Armed Forces and allied defense organizations.

Product overview

WIŁ-PIB operates as a state research institute under the Minister of National Defence, delivering ready-made secure communication solutions to the Polish Armed Forces. Its product portfolio centers on four core R&D divisions: (1) Cryptology — producing certified cryptographic devices and information protection systems (IP-Krypto 2, LAWENDA, RUMIANEK, SGCL-1MB hardware random number generator); (2) Radiocommunications and Electronic Warfare — designing wireless communication systems, software-defined radios, and electronic warfare equipment (GUARANA mobile tactical wireless communication system); (3) C4I Systems — building command-and-control informatics infrastructure with AI-enhanced security monitoring (5gSTAR attack detection system, JAŚMIN wireless network integrator); and (4) Electromagnetic Compatibility — testing and certifying equipment for EMC compliance. The institute also operates three specialized laboratories (Electromagnetic Compatibility, Environmental Testing, Cyber Attack Analysis with a 200 TFlops supercomputer), and has developed applied systems including MEDICS for medical evacuation management and SYMONA for radio monitoring and location.

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Products and services

• IP-Krypto 2 Complete cryptographic protection system for IP networks, comprising the main IP encryption device, cryptographic data generation/redistribution stations, and planning, management, and monitoring software. Certified up to TAJNE (SECRET) and NATO/EU CONFIDENTIAL.
• LAWENDA Information protection system for radio networks, comprising a Radio Cryptographic Module (RMK), Cryptographic Data Distributor (DDK), and Field Planning Station for cryptographic data generation and distribution.
• RUMIANEK Information protection system for ISDN networks, including BRI ISDN terminals, PRI ISDN cryptographic interfaces, and a full suite of planning, generation, loading, and distribution stations for cryptographic data.
• SGCL-1MB Hardware random number generator certified for protection of ŚCIŚLE TAJNE (TOP SECRET) classified information, used as a cryptographic key generation component.
• GUARANA Mobile Tactical Wireless Communication System Mobile Tactical Wireless Communication System (MTSŁB) — a programmable SDR radio system operating in the 2 MHz–2 GHz range that provides secure tactical communication for mobile units, using field-programmable architecture.
• 5gSTAR Security Detection System Advanced security system for detecting and countering attacks on 5G access infrastructure, including ML/statistical detectors (IoTAnoDe, ScAnoDe, Signaling Storm Detector, Jamming Detector), integration with commercial tools (Snort IDS, Conpot honeypot), and monitoring console using MITRE ATT&CK and FiGHT frameworks.
• MEDICS Medical Evacuation Support System Medical information management and field medical evacuation support system enabling command decision support for medical operations, medical evacuation process management, NATO medical message exchange, NFC tag-based medical records, and audio-video teleconsultations.
• JA�MIN Wireless Battlefield Network Integrator Wireless integrator of future communication networks and systems for the modern battlefield ensuring secure data transmission within the Polish Ministry of Defence structure.
• WINLAS Wireless Urban Surveillance Network Wireless sensor network for urban local area surveillance using heterogeneous sensor networks with autonomous reconfiguration and energy harvesting capabilities, enhancing military situational awareness in urban environments.
• LoRaCo Long-Range Communications System Long-range communications system combining broadband HF radio and satellite communications via tactical routers, with network architecture addressing security and QoS requirements.
• SOFTANET Software-Defined Tactical Network Software-defined tactical and theatre network based on SDN and NFV concepts, providing a federated architecture for tactical and theatre communication networks.
• CRAI AI-Hardened Communications and Radar Communications and radar systems hardened with artificial intelligence in contested electronic warfare environments, exploring AI algorithms to increase electromagnetic situational awareness.
• SYMONA Radio Monitoring and Location System Advanced spectrum monitoring and training system for electromagnetic field monitoring, providing radio direction-finding and location capabilities for military applications.
• C4I Command and Control Systems C4I command and control teleinformatic infrastructure with secure information sharing mechanisms, anomaly detection, cybersecurity protection, and Federated Mission Network (FMN) capabilities.
• Electromagnetic Compatibility Laboratory Testing and Certification Electromagnetic compatibility testing and certification for civil and military electronic equipment, including TEMPEST/ISVS information protection testing against electromagnetic leakage, based on ZOBT-500A, SDIP-27, and SDIP-28 standards.

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Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

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AI capability12 records

Feature9 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• AMZ KUTNO S.A.minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 May 2026Awarded recognition at the 75th anniversary celebrations for collaboration and support. Company involved in defense equipment manufacturing.
• Kenbit Sp.JminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 May 2026Awarded recognition at the 75th anniversary celebrations. Company involved in defense technology solutions.
• Departament Cyberbezpieczeństwa Ministerstwa Obrony Narodowej (Ministry of National Defense Cybersecurity Department)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026Collaboration in organizing the International Cybersecurity Congress In.Se.Con 2026. The institute presented its solutions including microwave random number generators, hardware random number generators, and anti-drone systems at the congress.
• Cyberbezpieczeństwo (Cybersecurity initiatives)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026Collaboration with Ministry of Defense and military units in developing cybersecurity solutions as part of the cyber.mil.pl program aimed at increasing state and citizen security in cyberspace.
• Ministerstwo Obrony Narodowej (Ministry of National Defense)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 April 2026The institute is subordinate to the Minister of National Defense and conducts research for the defense ministry, receiving state funding and government support.
• Ośrodek Systemów Autonomicznych (OSA - Center for Autonomous Systems)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026WIŁ-PIB is a signatory to the agreement establishing the Center for Autonomous Systems (OSA) along with other MON-supervised institutes, IDEAS, and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. The center coordinates cooperation between the military, scientific sector, and defense industry.
• Instytut Techniczny Wojsk Lotniczych (Military Aviation Technical Institute)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026Leading institute of the OSA Center for Autonomous Systems, coordinating autonomous technology development for defense applications.
• Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa S.A. (Polish Armaments Group)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026Major Polish defense industry group collaborating on autonomous systems development through the OSA center.
• IDEASmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2026Defense research institute collaborating on autonomous systems development.
• Europejska Agencja Obrony (European Defence Agency - EDA)coreTechnology or Integration · 14 December 2022LoRaCo project - EDA Category B project on long-range communications using HF broadband and satellite connectivity with tactical routers. Project period: 14.12.2022 - 14.12.2025, Contract: B.PRJ.RT.832.
• Europejska Agencja Obrony (European Defence Agency - EDA)coreTechnology or Integration · 26 May 2022CRAI project - EDA Category B project investigating AI algorithms for enhancing electromagnetic situation awareness in radio communication and radar systems. Project period: 26.05.2022 - 26.05.2025, Contract: B.PRJ.RT.978.
• Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju (NCBiR - National Centre for Research and Development)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 20215gSTAR project - Advanced methods and techniques for detecting and countering attacks on 5G access infrastructure and applications. Total cost: PLN 15,143,562.00. Project period: 01.09.2021 - 28.02.2025, Contract: CYBERSECIDENT/487845/IV/NCBR/2021. Funded under CyberSecIdent program.
• Politechnika Poznańska (Poznań University of Technology)majorTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2021Consortium partner in 5gSTAR project. Contributed expertise in machine learning, anomaly detection, cryptography, cybersecurity, and modern wireless networks including 5G.
• GrandmetricmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2021Consortium partner in 5gSTAR project. Developed APA (Attack Prevention Application) GM version serving as central monitoring system.
• Rimedo LabsmajorTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2021Consortium partner in 5gSTAR project. Specialized in 5G security and wireless communications solutions.
• Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju (NCBiR - National Centre for Research and Development)coreTechnology or Integration · 15 June 2021JAŚMIN project - Wireless integrator of future communication networks and systems for modern battlefield ensuring secure data transmission in MON structures. Project period: 15.06.2021 - 31.05.2024, Contract: DOB-SZAFIR/05/B/026/01/2021, 1/SZAFIR/2020.
• Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju (NCBiR - National Centre for Research and Development)coreTechnology or Integration · 27 May 2021MEDICS project - Medical information management and medical evacuation support system for battlefield. Supports command process for medical operations including evacuation management, NATO medical communication exchange, NFC tag support, and medical statistics. Project period: 27.05.2021 - 30.11.2024, Contract: DOB-SZAFIR/09/A/039/01/2021.
• Europejska Agencja Obrony (European Defence Agency - EDA)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2021WINLAS project - EDA Category B project on wireless sensor networks for urban area surveillance. Project period: 01.02.2021 - 31.12.2024, Contract: B 1486 IAP4 GP.
• Europejska Agencja Obrony (European Defence Agency - EDA)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2021SOFTANET project - EDA Ad hoc Category B on software-defined tactical and theatre networks using SDN and NFV. Project period: 02.02.2021 - 01.02.2024, Contract: B 1520 IAP4 GP.
• Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju (NCBiR - National Centre for Research and Development)coreTechnology or Integration · 23 December 2013GUARANA project - Mobile Tactical Wireless Communication System (MTSŁB) operating in 2 MHz - 2 GHz range providing secure tactical communication for mobile units. Project period: 23.12.2013 - 22.01.2025, Contract: DOBR-BIO4/076/13023/2013.

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