Trans Aubrac 2026 is one of France's premier trail-running events, bringing together nearly 3,500 runners and over 270 volunteers across more than 100 km of challenging mountain terrain. Organized by ACTION 12, the event demanded reliable, real-time communications across a vast, remote course to ensure efficient operations and participant safety.


To meet this need, ACTION 12 deployed Telox M6 as its communication and command terminal, connecting race headquarters with field teams throughout the event.



Customer Profile
Challenges

I. Wide-Area Coverage: Coordinating personnel across a race course spanning more than 100 km of remote mountain terrain.


II. Multi-Agency Coordinationn: Organizers, volunteers, marshals, and support vehicles required efficient communication.


III. Network Resilience: The existing radio system relied on relay stations, creating potential communication gaps.


IV. Rapid Emergency Response: Race control required real-time situational awareness to quickly dispatch the nearest support resources.

Telox Solutions

I. Android System & 5-inch Touchscreen: Enabled intuitive dispatching, mapping, and operational management.


II. Multi-Network Connectivity: GSM, 3G, 4G/LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth ensured reliable connectivity across the course.


III. High-Precision Positioning: GPS, BDS, and GLONASS provided real-time tracking of marshals, support vehicles, and field teams.


IV. 5W High-Power Speaker with Noise Cancellation: Delivered clear voice communication in demanding outdoor environments.


V. Programmable Buttons & Customizable Interface: Supported flexible deployment and efficient command operations.

Benefits
By deploying Telox M6, ACTION 12 established a reliable mission-critical communication network that strengthened communication across the entire race. Real-time tracking and dependable voice contact enabled faster resource deployment, improved emergency response, and enhanced operational efficiency throughout the event. The solution helped organizers deliver a safer, smoother, and more professionally managed trail-running competition across one of France's most challenging race environments.