Hear our Product Manager explain what the 2025 RED update means and how HMS can simplify compliance
Complying with the Radio Equipment Directive (RED) got tougher on August 1, 2025, with new cybersecurity rules for all wireless-enabled products in the EU. For many manufacturers, this means added complexity, delays, and higher costs.
But you don’t need to face RED compliance alone. HMS offers proven wireless solutions that are already tested and certified to meet the new rules.
The European Commission updated RED to strengthen cybersecurity protections and improve the safety of wireless communications. This is formalized under EN 18031-1, the new cybersecurity standard for RED compliance.
The updates require manufacturers to implement a range of specific features, including:Access Control Mechanism (ACM)
These requirements apply to both new and existing wireless products being placed on the EU market.
That’s where HMS Networks comes in. We offer a range of pre-certified wireless solutions that are already tested against the updated RED directive, including the new cybersecurity standards.
By integrating an HMS RED-certified product, you can:
Our wireless solutions take care of the hard part, so you don’t have to.
Since August 1, non-compliant products can no longer be placed on the EU market. While some already-produced units may still be shipped under certain conditions, ongoing sales require RED compliance.
For many legacy devices, especially those based on outdated processors or unmaintained open-source software, upgrading may not even be possible. In these cases, adopting HMS wireless solutions is often the fastest and most reliable way forward.
Choosing a certified solution helps you:
Avoid sales disruptions
Future-proof your products
Ensure smooth market access
If your wireless-enabled devices aren’t yet RED-compliant, HMS can help you get there fast. Our certified solutions give you the connectivity you need and the compliance you can rely on.
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