Location-based services using vehicle or device positioning and geospatial data.

SpaceHawk launches compact GPS vehicle tracker
SpaceHawk has launched a compact battery-powered GPS tracker and has provided multi-constellation positioning, cellular coverage across over 150 countries, geo-fencing, route history and speed monitoring for consumers and SMEs.

Ericsson launches 5G-native Advanced location services
Ericsson will embed high-precision positioning in its 5G Standalone core, delivering RTK sub-10cm outdoor and sub-metre indoor accuracy from Q1 2026, with integrated APIs for enterprise verticals.

Trimble positioning integrated into Lucid Gravity EV
Trimble's RTX and ProPoint Go will deliver lane‑level, centimetre‑scale positioning for Lucid Gravity, improving navigation, driver assistance and fleet tracking; standard on new cars and available via OTA.

Galileo launches two satellites with GMV technology support
Galileo launched two satellites aboard an Ariane 6 rocket, strengthening Europe’s positioning, navigation and timing services. GMV supported post-separation operations through its role in the constellation’s ground-control segment.


MikroElektronika releases GNSS MAX 3 Click board
MikroElektronika launched the GNSS MAX 3 Click, a compact GNSS receiver offering multi-constellation support, low-power operation and SPI/I2C interfaces for automotive, industrial and IoT applications.


BEACON beamforming for C-band LEO navigation
GMV and partners will develop BEACON, a C-band beamforming antenna and receiver to enhance LEO-based PNT resilience, integrating beam steering, null-steering and angle-of-arrival techniques.


ABAX launches universal geofence for multi-asset tracking
ABAX introduced a unified geofence that consolidates tracking of vehicles, equipment and tools across brands, providing real-time location, automated arrival/departure triggers and time-reporting to support operations and recovery.


Dongfeng debuts mass-produced car with Beidou navigation
Dongfeng has launched the Sky EV01, a mid-sized electric SUV equipped with China’s Beidou navigation; dual powertrains, 445–520km ranges and a retail price around 120,000 yuan are stated.


Tri-location tracking: GPS, cellular and Wi‑Fi
PassTime has added Wi‑Fi positioning to its GPS and cellular tracking, creating a tri-location system that has improved location resilience, indoor accuracy and recovery prospects for fleet, dealership and finance customers and has reduced device power consumption.


Point One Navigation raises $35m to expand precision-positioning platform
Point One Navigation has raised $35m in a Series C round to expand its precision-positioning infrastructure, enhance its software platform, increase automotive OEM integrations and scale research, engineering and international operations.


VEStellaLab launches indoor smart parking in India
South Korea's VEStellaLab is entering India with Watchmile, a non-GPS indoor parking and navigation system, targeting high-end malls, airports and commercial complexes, and seeking local partners.


TomTom and GeoInt Enhance Fleet Telematics Partnership in Africa
TomTom and GeoInt extend their collaboration to improve fleet telematics in Africa, integrating advanced mapping and traffic data to support real-time tracking and route optimisation.


Toll4Europe Adds German Truck Parking Info Service to App
Toll4Europe integrates Germany’s SID into its app, providing real-time truck parking data to enhance space utilisation and compliance with regulations across 1,000 locations.


Sheeva.AI and Cashfree Partner for In-Vehicle Payments in India
Sheeva.AI and Cashfree Payments have partnered to enable secure, seamless in-vehicle payments in India, integrating location-based technology with payment infrastructure for services such as parking and fuel.


Northern launches location-based digital ticketing trial in Yorkshire
Northern has launched a digital ticketing trial on services between Harrogate and Leeds, allowing passengers to start journeys by phone, register automatically when they alight and pay the lowest daily fare.


Essex Appoints Voi to Lead E-Scooter Trial Expansion
Essex County Council has selected Voi as the new operator for its e-scooter trial, initiating a phased roll-out in Chelmsford, Colchester, and Braintree with enhanced safety and parking features.


GMV presents railway solutions at Rail Live 2025
GMV showcased its SAE-R AVLS and advanced ticketing systems at Rail Live 2025, highlighting real‑time service management, resource optimisation, business intelligence and station and vehicle access control for urban rail.


Ticketless rail trials to launch across England’s Midlands and North
East Midlands Rail and Northern Trains will trial GPS-based ticketless rail travel, allowing up to 4,000 passengers to check in and out via an app and receive the best fare automatically.


GMV recognised for contributions to Europe’s Galileo and EGNOS systems
GMV has been recognised for its long-standing technical contributions to Europe’s Galileo and EGNOS satellite-navigation programmes, including ground-control systems, processing facilities and data-access services.


Swift Navigation and Lightbug Collaborate on Precise Positioning Solutions
Swift Navigation and Lightbug form a strategic partnership to provide centimetre-level positioning for enhanced worker safety and asset tracking across critical industries.


Aisin Showcases Safety and Sustainability Tech at ITS 2025
At ITS World Congress 2025, Aisin presents advanced safety, infrastructure, and electrification technologies aimed at improving transportation efficiency and reducing traffic accidents.


Alibaba’s Amap Launches AI-Native Mobility Agent 'Teacher Xiaogao'
Alibaba's Amap app introduces 'Teacher Xiaogao', an AI-native mobility agent using the Qwen large-language model to enhance navigation with conversational, context-aware travel assistance.


SouthPAN Completes Critical Design Review for Satellite Navigation
SouthPAN, led by Lockheed Martin Australia and GMV, has passed the Critical Design Review, confirming compliance with aviation safety standards and readiness for operational deployment.


UK and France Collaborate to Enhance Signal-Jamming Resilience
The UK and France have announced joint efforts to strengthen critical infrastructure against signal-jamming threats, including development of alternative Positioning, Navigation and Timing systems and expanded AI and supercomputing cooperation.

Trimble and KT Launch Precise Positioning Services in South Korea
Trimble and KT Corporation partner to offer bundled telecom and precise positioning services in South Korea, targeting automotive OEMs and IoT companies with real-time GNSS correction and connectivity solutions.

UK Space Agency expands satellite-data programme for transport and logistics
The UK Space Agency’s Unlocking Space for Business programme is supporting transport and logistics companies in adopting satellite data and services, including high-precision vehicle and asset tracking. A second grant call is inviting UK pilot-project proposals.


GMV to Provide AVLS for Alstom's Saudi Tramway Project
Alstom has appointed GMV to deliver an automatic vehicle location system for the AlUla Experiential Tramway, incorporating advanced rail traffic management across 20 CITADIS trains.


China Tower Transforms Network for AI, IoT and Satellite Tech
China Tower is upgrading 2.1 million sites into multi-use digital nodes, integrating AI, IoT, satellite systems, and clean energy to support next-generation telecom infrastructure.


Queclink Unveils GL52RP LoRaWAN Tracker for Asset Monitoring
Queclink launches the GL52RP, a LoRaWAN-enabled asset tracker designed for extended battery life and reliable connectivity, targeting global markets including Latin America, Europe, and North America.


Systra Partners with TomTom for Transport Modelling Services
Systra Limited has selected TomTom to provide maps and traffic data, enhancing transport modelling and infrastructure assessment in the UK and Ireland.


GMV and Hi-Target Form Alliance for Precision Positioning Solutions
GMV and Hi-Target have formed a strategic alliance to develop integrated high-precision differential positioning services for automated applications across various sectors, leveraging their complementary technologies.


TfGM Trials Wayfinding App to Enhance Bee Network Accessibility
TfGM is conducting a three-month trial of an inclusive wayfinding app by GoodMaps to improve navigation across key Bee Network transport hubs for passengers with disabilities.


France drafts guidance on connected-vehicle location data use
France’s CNIL has opened consultation on draft guidance for using connected-vehicle location data. The recommendations cover legal bases, user rights, anonymisation, fleet management, theft prevention, accident assistance, product improvement and security for telematics boxes and APIs.


Geotab equips Antarctic survey vehicles with satellite-linked telematics
The British Antarctic Survey is fitting 75 Sno-Cats and snowmobiles with customised Geotab devices linked to the Iridium satellite network. The system tracks field camps, routes and biological stops to improve safety and waste management during Antarctic deployments.


UN agencies urge stronger protection for satellite navigation
ICAO, ITU and IMO have urged states to protect GNSS from jamming and spoofing, strengthen system resilience and retain contingency navigation infrastructure to safeguard positioning, navigation and timing services.


BlueBotics Launches ANT Locator for Asset Tracking
BlueBotics announces ANT locator, a vehicle tracking solution aimed at optimising logistics and enhancing safety for mixed fleet operations, available from June 2025.


GMV Secures Contract to Advance Galileo Reference Centre
EUSPA awards GMV a contract to enhance the Galileo Reference Centre's capabilities, including real-time monitoring and new service features, set to be operational by 2026.


SIMCom Unveils New AI-Driven Connectivity Solutions at MWC 2025
SIMCom showcases advanced 5G and GNSS modules, enhancing IoT applications with AI integration for improved connectivity and efficiency across various sectors.

Trimble Collaborates with STMicroelectronics for Positioning Solutions
Trimble and STMicroelectronics partner to integrate precise positioning technologies for automotive and IoT, enhancing performance, cost-efficiency, and deployment speed.

Enhanced Positioning in 5G-A and 6G: New Business Models
Advancements in 5G-A and 6G positioning may enable telecom operators to develop innovative business models by monetising spatial data without compromising user privacy.


GMV Awarded Contract for Galileo HAS Data Generator Update
GMV will enhance the Galileo HAS data generator's capabilities under a new contract from EUSPA, focusing on improved performance and security features over 45 months.


Bluetooth Channel Sounding Enhances Distance Estimation Accuracy
Bluetooth Channel Sounding aims to improve location accuracy and security in Bluetooth devices, with commercial products expected in late 2024.


Pioneer and HERE Partner on Two-Wheeler Mobility Solutions
Pioneer and HERE Technologies have partnered to develop connected mobility solutions for two-wheelers, focusing on safety, convenience, and fleet management services.


GMV GSharp wins Impulso award for urban mobility
GMV has been awarded the Impulso Award for Best Urban Mobility Project for its GSharp GNSS positioning system, which has been presented as an integrated sensor-fusion solution for ADAS and autonomous driving.


MyMechanic Enhances Maintenance Solutions for Small Fleets
MyMechanic's platform aims to improve fleet maintenance efficiency and reduce costs by connecting service providers with drivers through real-time GPS technology.


GMV Launches GSharp® Global Positioning Solution
GMV introduces the GSharp® solution, offering precise GNSS positioning services for various industries, leveraging over 30 years of expertise in the field.


Digital Matter Launches Manta Fusion IoT Tracking Device
Digital Matter has launched the Manta Fusion, an IoT tracking solution featuring advanced location capabilities and extended battery life, targeting businesses requiring reliable asset management.


HERE reveals Diwali traffic congestion trends around seven Indian rail stations
HERE Technologies analysed real-time traffic data around seven major Indian railway stations during the 2024 Diwali travel period, identifying congestion hotspots, peak times and lower-traffic days to support journey planning.

