INDUSTRY

Cohda’s C-V2X platform now fully certified in US

Cohda Wireless’s MK6 On-Board Unit (OBU) has been certified by the OmniAir Consortium, the U.S. industry association promoting interoperability and certification for intelligent transportation systems, tolling and connected vehicles. This follows the MK6 RSU’s OmniAir certification in July 2024, the first LTE-V2X (PC5) device certified for deployment in the United States by OmniAir. cohdawireless.com

Q-CTRL achieves quantum gravimetric navigation demonstration

Q-CTRL has successfully navigated a maritime vessel without GPS using a new form of software-ruggedized quantum gravimeter. Through a series of trials in the Coral Sea off the East Coast of Australia, it performed autonomous gravity mapping and GPS-free quantumgravimetric navigation, achieving the key metric of one nautical mile positioning accuracy. This demonstration comes as the race intensifies to develop secure capabilities for missions where GPS is unavailable or compromised. q-ctrl.com

Rx Networks expands TruePoint. CM network RTK service

Rx Networks has launched TruePoint. CM, its network real-time kinematic correction service, in North America and Latin America, targeting professional users who need centimeter-level GNSS positioning at scale. The service is also available in Europe, Brazil, Australia and New Zealand, with additional regions planned. rxnetworks.us

Trimble acquires Terasat Japan

Trimble has acquired Terasat Japan, one of the largest virtual reference station (VRS) network operators in the country.

Terasat Japan delivers GNSS corrections using data from the Geospatial Information Authority of Japan (GSI) Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS) network, which spans more than 1,300 stations across the Japanese archipelago. www.trimble.com

Bourns introduces LTCC diplexer

Bourns recently announced the Model FDP2009N122157H4 , its LTCC diplexer designed for RF front-end integration in GNSS L-band applications where signal isolation, low insertion loss, and compact layout are required. The device integrates distributed inductive and capacitive elements within a monolithic ceramic structure, reducing interconnect parasitics and maintaining consistent RF performance across dual frequency bands.

GNSS receiver architectures require separation and recombination of multiple L-band signals while preserving signal integrity under low-power operating conditions. Discrete filter implementations introduce layout sensitivity and parasitic effects that can degrade isolation and increase insertion loss, particularly in compact designs. As PCB density increases, routing complexity and component count also increase, adding variability across manufacturing and operating environments. Integrating filtering structures into a single component reduces these dependencies and improves repeatability across operating temperature and frequency ranges. The LTCC approach addresses these constraints by embedding the filtering network into a stable dielectric structure with controlled electrical characteristics. bourns.com

Microchip advances space-grade timing

Microchip Technology has expanded its atomic clock portfolio with the radiationtolerant Space CSAC-SA65, a Chip Scale Atomic Clock designed to deliver precise timing for space systems. The device provides a compact, low-power alternative to traditional radiation-hardened timing solutions, helping developers reduce size, weight, power and cost while maintaining accuracy. Building on the heritage of Microchip’s Space CSAC-SA45, the Space CSAC-SA65 extends radiation tolerance to at least 30 kRad and operates in extended temperature ranges from –40°C to +80°C. www.microchip.com

NorthStandard partners with PntGuard™

NorthStandard has entered a partnership with SGM Technology to offer its members the innovative PntGuard™ platform for authenticating ship position signals in real time on preferential terms, to help them overcome incidents of GNSS jamming and spoofing.

The agreement entitles NorthStandard Members to access PntGuard at a 15% discount, in line with the global marine insurer’s commitment to offer groundbreaking Loss Prevention solutions that address emerging operational challenges. north-standard.com

EagleNXT launches new flagship sensor Altum-PT Pro

AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. has unveiled the Altum-PT Pro, a new flagship sensor in its MicaSense portfolio.It provides research-grade inputs by capturing synchronized multispectral, panchromatic, and high-resolution radiometric thermal data in a single payload. The AltumPT Pro introduces the FLIR Boson 640R radiometric thermal sensor along with supporting firmware updates and internal hardware adjustments, while retaining the core multispectral and panchromatic capabilities. EagleNXT.com

US Navy next-gen jammer program

Marotta Controls has been awarded two contracts in support of the Next Generation Jammer – Low Band (NGJLB) Engineering and Manufacturing Development program for the U.S. Navy.

The company will provide technical expertise for a ram air turbine power-generation system under a subcontract with CFD Research Corporation, with a direct award from L3Harris Technologies, the NGJLB prime contractor. marotta.com

Sparc AI launches Overwatch Patrol for foot soldiers

Sparc AI has launched Overwatch Patrol, a dismounted positioning application that delivers continuous location to soldiers and security personnel in environments where GPS is jammed, spoofed, degraded or simply unavailable.

The solution was initially designed for navigation for military grade phones. The new version now sits on the Overwatch Positioning Network, Sparc AI’s cloudbased positioning service, and can be delivered to any mobile device. sparcai.co

Mapbox introduces location infrastructure for AI

Mapbox has introduced a new set of services and capabilities designed to give AI applications, agents and developer tools a more accurate understanding of the physical world. AI struggles to understand location and often fails to provide useful location information, producing generic recommendations that ignore real surroundings and intent. Mapbox closes the location gap by giving applications, agents, and developers access to current, precise location infrastructure built on an agentic mapping engine. www.mapbox.com

Leica Geosystems launches X-PAD portfolio

Leica Geosystems has introduced the Leica X-PAD portfolio, which combines field software, surveying instruments and connected services for routine surveying applications.

The portfolio is built around X-PAD workflows previously used by GeoMax customers and is designed to support a range of everyday field surveying tasks.

Topcon and Proceq collaboration

Topcon Positioning Systems and Proceq are collaborating to integrate Proceq’s ground-penetrating radar (GPR) systems with Topcon’s GNSS solutions and mass-data workflow software for infrastructure and construction applications across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Trimble introduces ST30 smart target

The Trimble ST30 smart target is a new-generation surveying system that integrates optical and subscriptionbased GNSS functionality into a single smart target solution. It introduces key innovations, including tilt compensation and automatic rod height measurements. It also offers fully integrated, high-accuracy GNSS functionality, giving surveyors a dual-use tool for both optical and GNSS applications. www.trimble.com

Calian adds three GNSS antenna models

Calian has expanded its precision positioning PNT antenna lineup with three new products – the Accutenna 4 pole mount antenna (AC4990PXF), the CR8894PXF+ controlled reception pattern antenna (CRPA) and the AJ979XF+-MAR full-band antijamming antenna. www.calian.com

DriftLoc navigation algorithm released

Aeron Systems has launched DriftLoc, a navigation algorithm designed to deliver reliable inertial positioning for extended periods without access to GNSS. It uses real-time algorithms to estimate and continuously correct changing sensor errors. Designed to run on an inertial measurement unit (IMU) and modest embedded processor, the technology combines a physicsdriven kinematic model with Bayesian estimation and statistical signal processing. www.aeronsystems.com

TrustPoint + EnduroSat US to build 40 sats for PNT constellation

TrustPoint, a builder of a C-band satellite navigation system in low-Earth orbit, has already launched and operated freeflying satellites carrying its C-band GNSS payload. The satellites will be delivered in three tranches, moving TrustPoint from demonstrated onorbit flight heritage to constellationscale deployment. SpaceWERX is the innovation arm of the U.S. Space Force and a division within AFWERX. EnduroSat gives TrustPoint the speed and scale it needs to deliver the next 40 satellites quickly. www.trustpointgps.com

Mirai Aerospace signs MoU with GreenValley

Mirai Aerospace Systems and Software Solutions has signed an MoU with the US-based GreenValley International Inc to strengthen India’s geospatial and LiDAR ( light detection and ranging) remote sensing manufacxturing base. The initial pact covers local assembly, manufacturing, technical support and the development of AI-driven LiDAR applications. www.ptinews.com

Dubai Municipality deploys smart robot for geospatial surveys

Dubai Municipality has deployed a smart robot to carry out geospatial surveys, using LiDAR technology and smart cameras to collect accurate location data with limited human intervention.

The system can continuously gather field information, including precise coordinates, panoramic images, video and three-dimensional data. The information is used to keep Dubai’s spatial databases up to date and support infrastructure projects, asset management, urban planning and government decision-making. The technology is also designed to make surveying safer and more efficient.gulfnews.com

Matrix Geo Solutions Wins 3 year contract from Adani Infra

Matrix Geo Solutions Limited has secured a three-year Annual Rate Contract (ARC) from Adani Infra for geospatial, LiDAR, drone surveying, mapping, and allied technologyenabled services. The agreement provides a framework to undertake assignments for Adani Infra during the contract period against specific project requirements and work orders.

It also creates scope for the company to support geospatial requirements across projects and business verticals.

Net Insight announces Zyntai TimeNode access

Net Insight has announced Zyntai TimeNode Access, a compact, access-optimized PTP Grandmaster designed to bring resilient timing to distributed edge sites over existing packet-based infrastructure. Built for 5G, media, power and other mission-critical networks, it combines local GNSS with secure, network-delivered timing without requiring the underlying access network to be PTP-aware. netinsight.net

Genesys International bags World Bank-funded contract

Genesys International has secured a ₹283 crore World Bank-funded contract to develop a comprehensive 3D digital twin and spatial intelligence platform for Ahmedabad city in India.

The project will create a unified digital foundation for urban planning, infrastructure management and civic service delivery across approximately 625 sq km of Ahmedabad. It will digitally map land parcels, properties, roads, water networks, sewerage systems, stormwater drainage infrastructure and other critical civic assets. As part of the initiative, around 25 lakh properties will be surveyed, geocoded and assigned unique digital identities. This will create a property-level spatial database for the city and provide a common digital platform for managing information related to land and civic infrastructure.

An elevation model will be developed using orthophotography, with support from the establishment of 40 primary and 200 secondary survey control points to improve the accuracy and consistency of the city’s geospatial database.