Eustis, FL - OPTOKON North America announces the addition of Tailwind Resource Group (TRG) to its newly created US-based Value-Added Reseller (VAR) program. OPTOKON North America, is the U.S. based joint venture between the global leader in ruggedized fiber optic and networking solutions Czechia based OPTOKON a.s. and Florida based GARDANT GLOBAL a US based strategic management and business development firm.

Fiber Optics are finding new roles in defense capabilities. Usually confined to data transmission and secure comm’s, fiber optics role in active defense deployments is taking a new form with a partnership between XENOptics and OPTOKON.

Drones have been one of the newest armaments and biggest challenges of the Ukraine – Russian conflict, with new drone devices being deployed for surveillance, attack and defense at a scale not seen before. However, all remote-controlled drones face issues with maintaining communication links with their operators, with the main defense against drones being radio jamming devices. 

This month, we share major developments including our expansion into the North American market with the launch of OPTOKON North America. We also highlight our successful participation in Modern Day Marine 2025 and the Czech Signal Corps Conference.

Telecom operators around the world face ever-increasing demands for reliability, performance, and service continuity. Whether deploying fiber optic networks in dense urban areas or maintaining critical infrastructure in remote regions, every connection counts. At OPTOKON, we understand these challenges — and we’ve spent over three decades designing solutions to meet them.

From our headquarters in the Czech Republic to telecom networks across the globe, OPTOKON has become a name synonymous with precision, quality, and trust.

OPTOKON a.s., a European leader in rugged fiber optic and networking technologies, proudly announces its strategic return to the U.S. market through a newly formed joint venture with GARDANT GLOBAL Inc. 

We are pleased to announce that OPTOKON Group will be participating at SAHA EXPO 2026, taking place from May 5 to 9, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey.

OPTOKON and OPTOKON North America are proud to announce our participation in Modern Day Marine 2026, held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C., from April 28 – 30. We invite all attendees, industry partners, and defense professionals to visit us at Booth #2261 to explore our latest demonstrations of advanced C4ISR solutions, specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the modern warfighter.

FIDAE 2026 has officially concluded, marking an intense and inspiring week in Santiago, Chile. As one of the premier international events for the aviation, space, and defense sectors, this year’s exhibition provided an invaluable platform for the OPTOKON team to engage with partners, customers, and industry professionals from around the globe.

We are pleased to announce that OPTOKON will be participating at DSA 2026, the Defence Services Asia Exhibition and Conference, taking place from 20 to 23 April 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

We are pleased to announce that OPTOKON will be participating at FIDAE 2026, the International Air and Space Fair, taking place from April 7 to 12, 2026, in Santiago, Chile.

The LMRS Nuclear Radiation Sensors are engineered for operations where failure is not an option. Built specifically for uncompromising durability, these sensors feature heavy-duty, ruggedized enclosures designed to shield sensitive internal components from the most severe environmental elements. This robust construction ensures that the units remain operational and protected, regardless of the physical demands of the deployment site.

High-performance connectivity for Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV) requires significantly more durability than standard fiber optic cables can provide. Our Tactical Braid Patch Cable is specifically engineered for autonomous systems operating in demanding and unpredictable environments.

OPTOKON introduces SC Shuttered Connector Patchcords designed to enhance safety, reliability, and performance in modern FTTx networks. Developed to meet the growing demands of access networks, these patchcords combine robust construction with user-friendly operation, making them ideal for both installation and long-term operation in the field.

OPTOKON new rugged 10-inch panel PC integrating a high-resolution display and embedded computing platform

At OPTOKON, we understand the demands of modern fiber optic networks, and our PM-800N and LS-800N test set is designed to meet those needs with unmatched reliability and performance.