BAI Communications to acquire Titan ICT for telco solutions boost

BAI Communications has signed an agreement to acquire advanced communications engineering specialist Titan ICT in a move to boost its telecommunications solutions offering.

Both companies intend to expand their service offerings to the private mobile network sector and operational communications networks.

This would see the Australian communications infrastructure provider’s access to spectrum, financial strength and track record in managing mission critical networks combined with Titan ICT’s market positioning, capability and network designing and building experience.

ARN understands that if the deal is successful, which is expected to wrap up by the fourth quarter of the 2025 calendar year, Titan ICT will add more than 70 employees to BAI’s existing workforce of over 440 staff members.

Additionally, BAI will review the branding of the combined business post-acquisition. After the close of the deal, Titan ICT will be rebranded to “Titan ICT – a BAI Communications company” in the interim.

“Titan ICT is a respected and high performing player in the Australian market, with deep capability in LTE, Microwave, IP and radio networks and longstanding customer relationships,” said BAI CEO Peter Lambourne.

“This acquisition is an important step forward in BAI’s growth strategy, complementing our existing communications infrastructure and services expertise.

“It positions us perfectly to support the increasing demand for private mobile networks and operational connectivity from businesses in the mining, resources and energy industries plus others looking to harness the very significant benefits of increased worker safety and automation.”

Meanwhile, Titan ICT managing director Chris Upstone added that the alignment between both businesses would unlock “a range of opportunities to extend the services and support that we are providing our customers, positioning us to increase scale and leadership in the delivery of mission critical connectivity”.

“BAI’s heritage, proven track record for delivery and prioritisation of service make for a natural fit,” he said. “Combining Titan ICT’s established reputation and relationships around Australia and our expertise in deployment of operational networks with BAI’s capital capability, creates the perfect platform to capture the increasing private mobile network growth opportunity.”