Multitel – leading EU specialist in AI, Photonics, IoT & embedded systems, networks & cybersecurity- Driving Innovation through Research & Collaboration

Multitel is a Belgian non-profit research and innovation centre (Research & Technology Organisation -RTO) with over 25 years of experience helping industry and academia turn advanced technologies into real-world solutions. Based in Wallonia (Belgium) and home to more than 100 highly qualified researchers and an experience in 20+ EU Projects, Multitel is a recognised player in European R&D projects and a committed partner in collaborative innovation.

Our expertise is built around five strategic technology areas:

  • IoT & Embedded Systems: incl drones, fluvial transport, embedded connectivity (4/5G, …), software defined radio, EMC/ ETSI tests (anechoic chamber), energy harvesting…
  • Networks & Cybersecurity: quantum & post quantum crypto, over the air security, NIS2, CRA, EUCS, wifi site surveying
  • Applied Photonics: fiber lasers (incl. laser-based sensors), micromachining, biophotonics, optoelectronics, spectrometry, terahertz (3D penetrative imaging), …
  • -Artificial Intelligence: computer vision, unstructured data, Sequential modeling / NLP, Deep learning, digital twins, trusted AI, AI Act
  • Railway Certification: ERTMS tests systems for ETCS (EVC, OBU, Eurobalise, RBC, …) and certifying tests

What truly sets us apart is our ability to leverage multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver high-impact prototypes, demonstrators, and validated systems — all tailored to our partners’ needs.

We support digital and technological transformation across key sectors such as Mobility, Transport & Logistics, Health (ICU, Oncology, Medtech), Agriculture (AgroTech) & Food (Biocontrol, food tech), Industry 4.0, Defense, Smart cities, Aeronautics and Aerospace.

Founded by the University of Mons (Belgium) and governed by leading industrial players, Multitel helps organisations embrace innovation and stay ahead in an ever-changing technological landscape.

We strive to enable innovation you can trust.