Greek company Scytalys to deliver advanced Tactical Data Link systems to Canadian Armed Forces.

On December 2, 2024, Scytalys, a Greek company specializing in interoperability systems, was awarded two contracts by Canada under the Tactical Integrated Command, Control, and Communications (TIC3) Air Project (Line of Effort 4). These contracts, collectively valued at approximately USD $9.7 million, cover the development, deployment, and integration of at least five Link-22 Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems, as well as a minimum of five years of in-service support to ensure operational readiness and compatibility with modern military requirements.
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The implementation of Scytalys' Link-22 systems is set to enhance the Canadian Armed Forces' communication infrastructure by providing secure, beyond line-of-sight (BLOS) data exchange across various platforms, including air, surface, subsurface, and ground units. (Picture source: Scytalys)

The TIC3 Air Project aims to enhance the Canadian Armed Forces’ communications capabilities by establishing a Tactical Data Link system that connects air, surface, subsurface, and ground-based platforms. The project supports the creation of a Recognized Air Picture (RAP) using secure and interoperable communications across domestic and overseas operations. Scytalys will integrate its Universal Link System (ULS) and Mission Information Management Command and Control (MIMS C2) systems to provide beyond line-of-sight (BLOS) communications, improving situational awareness, surveillance, and coordination capabilities.

As part of the contract, Scytalys will deliver training for operators and maintainers, covering deployment, setup, operation, and maintenance of the systems to ensure operational proficiency. The agreement includes regular updates, upgrades, and technical support to address potential issues over a minimum five-year period. A kick-off meeting was held on November 5-6, 2024, in Athens, Greece, with representatives from Scytalys, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), and Canada’s Department of National Defense (DND) to establish the collaboration framework for the successful implementation of the project.

The implementation of Scytalys' Link-22 systems is set to enhance the Canadian Armed Forces' communication infrastructure by providing secure, beyond line-of-sight (BLOS) data exchange across various platforms, including air, surface, subsurface, and ground units. This integration aims to improve situational awareness, surveillance, and air defense capabilities, ensuring unified and secure communications both within North America and during overseas operations.

Earlier in 2024, Scytalys completed the System Interoperability Kodal (SIK) program for the Indonesian Armed Forces, a $49 million initiative funded by Indonesia’s Ministry of Defense. This program implemented a Network-Centric Warfare (NCW) environment, including the development of a Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) system. The project introduced the Indonesian National Data Link Standard (INDL) and enhanced situational awareness and coordination across Indonesia’s defense branches. An Integrated Surveillance and Monitoring Station was established in the Natuna Islands to strengthen Indonesia’s presence in the strategically significant South China Sea.

Scytalys, founded in 1993, employs 110 personnel, primarily engineers, and has offices in Greece, the United States, and Singapore. The company operates in 14 countries, focusing on Tactical Data Links, C4I systems, and training solutions. These systems are deployed in multiple regions, including Southeast Asia, South Korea, and Japan, with an emphasis on interoperability and operational coordination. Its role in Canada and Indonesia reflects its continued participation in international defense programs.