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WGIC and university partners announce professional doctorate in geospatial leadership

Tracy Cozzens — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:31:41 +0000

The World Geospatial Industry Council (WGIC) is supporting the launch of a professional doctorate in geospatial leadership — the Executive Doctor of Geospatial Leadership (DGEO) — offered by Clark University and the University of Southern California (USC). The announcement was made at WGIC’s flagship annual event, Horizons 2026, in London. Designed in collaboration with WGIC and its […]

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SPH Engineering launches marketplace to for specialized drone surveying equipment

Tracy Cozzens — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:09:20 +0000

SPH Engineering’s new Marketplace acts as a specialized network connecting enterprises, research institutions, and engineers with a vetted network of drone equipment rental services providers. At launch, the network includes more than 30 partners spanning 38 countries. Heavy industry and research companies increasingly rely on drone-based data, but finding the right local team or renting […]

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Murata and Xona Space sign MOU on LEO satnav for industrial applications

Tracy Cozzens — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:17:21 +0000

Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd. and Xona Space Systems have signed a memorandum of understanding to improve the accuracy and reliability of satellite PNT technologies. The companies will explore the potential to provide optimal products and solutions by combining Murata’s long-standing expertise in high-frequency and wireless communications, sensors, timing devices and module design with Xona’s advanced […]

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Broadcasters launch company to advance Broadcast Positioning System

Tracy Cozzens — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 02:10:48 +0000

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has launched Merkhet Solutions, an independent company focused on the commercial deployment of the Broadcast Positioning System (BPS). BPS, first conceived by the technology team at NAB in 2021, is a patented terrestrial, GPS-independent timing and positioning technology that leverages the high-power, geographically diverse broadcast infrastructure already covering the United […]

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U-blox GNSS tech powers telescope array searching for alien life

Tracy Cozzens — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:15:41 +0000

The PANOSETI project achieves sub-nanosecond synchronization without fiber infrastructure using u-blox ZED-F9T The u-blox ZED-F9T high-precision GNSS receiver is enabling sub-nanosecond synchronization in an advanced telescope array used in optical Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) research. The results have been achieved for the SETI program called PANOSETI (Pulsed All-sky Near-infrared Optical SETI), a multi-institutional scientific initiative where […]

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Point One, ST showcase combo autonomous solution at AutoSens 2026

Tracy Cozzens — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:27 +0000

Point One Navigation is showcasing an ongoing collaboration with STMicroelectronics, a relationship that has made its real-time kinematic (RTK) and positioning engine solutions accessible to ST customers developing autonomous vehicles, robotics, and precision navigation applications. AutoSens 2026, taking place in Detroit, Michigan, June 9-11, will bring together experts in the field of automotive sensing technology. […]

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Plate tectonics and NGS’s new NSRS terrestrial reference frames

RJ Simon — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:13:05 +0000

Read how the National Geodetic Survey will account for plate tectonics in the modernized NSRS.

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First Fix: The key to unlocking GPS World

RJ Simon — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:46:43 +0000

Learn how to update your information and stay current on the latest industry developments.

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HRL Laboratories offers small, rugged IMU

Tracy Cozzens — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:40:00 +0000

HRL Laboratories has introduced a new inertial measurement unit (IMU) that provides near navigation-grade accuracy in a palm-sized package. Smaller and lighter than grade-equivalent conventional sensors, HRL’s AXI-R100 delivers range-extending accuracy for GPS-contested navigation. The product is now ready for pre-production orders. Using silicon microelectro-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology, HRL’s gyros exceeds the performance of many tactical-grade IMUs in […]

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Calian announces two new pole mount controlled reception pattern antennas

Tracy Cozzens — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:35:10 +0000

Calian has introduced two pole mount variants of its controlled reception pattern antenna (CRPA) line. The new models support L1/E1 + L2/E5b (CR8894PXF+) and L1/E1 + L5/E5a (CR8854PXF+), giving customers expanded deployment and frequency support options for resilient GNSS applications. The new architecture increases installation flexibility across critical infrastructure, timing, marine and defense environments while […]

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Oscilloquartz series provides timing for mission-critical harsh environments

Tracy Cozzens — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:20:26 +0000

Oscilloquartz has launched its ruggedSync Series OSA 5510, a ruggedized timing and synchronization platform engineered for defense and other harsh, mission-critical environments. The OSA 5510 is designed for deployment in tactical communications networks, mobile command centers, aviation systems and other highly demanding operational environments. It combines PTP grandmaster and NTP server functionality with synchronization assurance and resilient […]

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Viavi introduces GNSS-disciplined oscillator for precision timing in low SWaP platforms

Tracy Cozzens — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:06:03 +0000

Viavi Solutions has launched the µPNT GDO-1000, a GNSS-disciplined oscillator built in the M.2 B-key form factor, suitable for low size, weight and power (SWaP) platforms. Measuring 22 x 42 mm (the size of a postage stamp) and weighing less than 4 grams, the GDO-1000 is designed for platforms requiring accurate timing in places where traditional […]

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