GPS monitoring of Bulgarian railway locomotives proves ineffective
Bulgarian State Railways fitted GPS monitoring to 53 diesel locomotives in 2012 to track movements and fuel use, but poor coordination with the rail infrastructure operator has limited its effectiveness. Further liberalisation is expected to drive more advanced freight-monitoring systems.
GPS wristbands deployed to monitor sanitation workers in Nanjing
Sanitation workers in Nanjing, China, were issued GPS-enabled wristbands that alert managers after 20 minutes of inactivity, prompting complaints over workplace surveillance and the system’s treatment of worker fatigue or illness.
Imperial College team tests quantum compass for GPS-free navigation
Researchers at Imperial College London are testing a laser-based quantum compass prototype designed to provide navigation and tracking without GPS satellites. The technology remains large and is currently suited to major transport vehicles.
New GPS System Introduced to Monitor Car Racing Activities
A novel GPS tracking system aims to enhance safety in car racing by preventing dangerous incidents through advanced technology and government collaboration.
Delhi Government Vehicles Without GPS to Lose Fuel Funding
Officials in New Delhi will not receive fuel allowances for vehicles lacking GPS tracking, effective October 1, aiming to enhance oversight and reduce misuse.
UK explores developing its own satellite navigation system
The UK government has formed an expert working group to assess options for developing and launching a national satellite-navigation system, following concerns that Brexit could restrict access to encrypted Galileo signals.
Expansion of GPS Control in Bulgaria and Abroad
GPS Control, established in 2001, enhances vehicle monitoring solutions, expanding its market reach while prioritising product quality and operational efficiency.
Roscosmos plans to improve GLONASS positioning accuracy to 10cm
Roscosmos plans to spend 2.9bn roubles improving GLONASS positioning accuracy to 10cm. A public tender requires the project to be completed by 2020, while the correction system could improve accuracy in Russia to below one metre by the end of 2014.
GPS Control Launches Green Trip Module for Logistics
GPS Control has introduced the Green Trip module, enhancing route management and sustainability tracking for logistics operations across Bulgaria and Europe.
GPS Контрол Launches Flexible Fleet Management Solution
GPS Контрол EAD has introduced the FIXY FLEXY platform, enabling tailored fleet management solutions that align with client budgets and operational needs.
New 6.48m lev GPS system planned to track ambulance fleet
A 6.48m lev public procurement will introduce GPS tracking, communications and fleet-management software for ambulances. The system will provide real-time position and status data, patient information exchange and support for more than 1,000 mobile emergency teams.