JUMA launches new UK engineering and manufacturing business for mission critical communications
1 October 2026, UK – JUMA has announced the launch of JUMA Technologies Ltd, a Kent, UK-based engineering and manufacturing business specialising in mission-critical communications equipment, led by industry specialist Howard Frankson.
Incorporated in June 2026, JUMA Technologies has been established to expand the JUMA Group’s engineering, product development and UK manufacturing capabilities.
The new business supports customers through the complete product lifecycle: concept and design, engineering, prototyping, testing, certification, production introduction and manufacture. Its capabilities span mechanical design and CAD, electronic product development, rapid prototyping, 3D printing, product testing, quality assurance, and EMC and environmental testing, from pilot production through to scalable manufacturing.
The business will work alongside JUMA Communications, supporting the continued development of its range of professional radio accessories and communications products, while also providing engineering and manufacturing services directly to external customers.
JUMA Technologies will also develop bespoke communications solutions for customers with specific technical or operational requirements. Operating from a manufacturing facility in Kent, JUMA Technologies will support organisations across the UK and internationally with responsive engineering expertise, flexible production and dependable manufacturing services.
The new company will be headed by General Manager, Howard Frankson, a well-known and highly experienced figure within the professional communications and audio accessories industry.
Andrew McLachlan, Managing Director of JUMA Communications, said: “We are excited to launch JUMA Technologies and strengthen the JUMA Group’s UK engineering and manufacturing capabilities.
“Howard brings extensive industry knowledge and experience to the role. He is ideally placed to establish JUMA Technologies as a trusted development and manufacturing partner for the professional communications sector.”
Howard Frankson, General Manager of JUMA Technologies, added: “I am delighted to lead JUMA Technologies and help build a business focused on responsive, commercially driven product development and manufacturing.
“We are looking forward to working with customers to turn innovative ideas into robust, reliable and production-ready solutions for professional and mission-critical applications.”
The launch reflects the JUMA Group’s wider commitment to British engineering and manufacturing, and strengthens its ability to bring new communications technology to market.
JUMA team image: from left: Charlie Belletty, Howard Frankson, James Morgan
About JUMA Communications
JUMA Communications Ltd is a UK-based company headquartered in the Midlands. The company specialises in the manufacture, distribution and supply of professional radio communications accessories, including earpieces, headsets, speaker microphones and specialist equipment such as tactical hearing protection for emergency services, industrial and retail environments.
Alongside its distribution activities, JUMA designs and develops a growing range of innovative communication accessories through its in-house R&D team. These products are engineered to meet the operational demands of professional users, with a focus on reliability, usability and compatibility with modern communications devices and platforms.
The company was founded over 14 years ago. JUMA has since built a reputation for technical expertise, responsive customer support and practical solutions for professional radio users across the UK and Europe.
For more information, visit: www.jumacommunications.com
About JUMA Technologies Ltd
JUMA Technologies Ltd is the engineering and manufacturing business within the JUMA Group.
Based in Kent, the company provides specialist product development, engineering and UK manufacturing support for the professional communications and audio sectors. It works with JUMA Communications and external customers to develop practical, dependable products for demanding operational environments.
JUMA Technologies operates to ISO9001 certified standards, reflecting its commitment to consistent quality and rigorous process control across product development and manufacturing.
For more information, visit: https://www.linkedin.com/company/juma-technologies-ltd/about/