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Viavi and Ground Control Partner to Provide Maritime Tracking Without GPS
Viavi Solutions VIAV 2.21%↑ and Ground Control announced a partnership to provide resilient vessel tracking and navigation for maritime operators in environments where satellite signals are jammed or spoofed. The collaboration integrates VIAVI’s Secure µPNT™ STL-1000 into Ground Control’s RockFLEET Assured asset tracking and assured navigation solution.
By leveraging alternative positioning sources, the joint solution aims to enhance safety and operational continuity for commercial and defense vessels operating in contested waters. Company officials said the technology addresses a critical vulnerability in global shipping lanes that increasingly face electronic interference.
Contact: Emma Jenkins, for Viavi, (415) 800-4529, emma@grandbridges.com.
Infleqtion Launches Quantum Timing Solution for Defense and Infrastructure
Infleqtion INFQ 4.60%↑ has delivered quantum-enabled precision timing solution as part of the company’s partnership with Safran Electronics & Defense. The new solution includes Infleqtion’s Tiqker quantum optical clock, which has been integrated and validated with Safran’s White Rabbit and SecureSync systems.
By using cold-atom quantum sensors, the system delivers the extreme stability required for high-speed communications, energy grids and autonomous navigation, the company said. Company officials said the advancement is a key step in providing the “quantum-ready” hardware necessary to protect national security and global economic stability.
Contact: Infleqtion, infleqtion@voxuspr.com.
FXP30x and PC30x Series from Taoglas Combine Cellular, GNSS and Wi-Fi in Compact PCB Antennas
Taoglas has launched its FXP30x and PC30x series of embedded combination antennas, a new family of compact antennas designed to support cellular, GNSS and Wi-Fi connectivity for space-constrained electronic devices. FXP301 and PC301 variants integrate cellular and GNSS connectivity, supporting GNSS operation across L1, B1I, G1 and L-Band frequencies alongside wideband cellular coverage.
The FXP30x and PC30x series are suitable for a wide range of connected systems, including asset-tracking devices, telematics and e-mobility platforms, smart agriculture equipment, connected healthcare systems, industrial IoT devices and wearable electronics. The FXP30x and PC30x series antennas are available now from Taoglas and its authorized distributors.
Contact: Taoglas, www.taoglas.com.
Ford and onX Partner to Provide Complimentary Off-Road Navigation
Ford F 1.53%↑ and onX Offroad have announced a partnership to provide Ford vehicle owners with a complimentary one-year subscription to the onX Offroad Elite navigation app. The collaboration aims to enhance the outdoor experience for Bronco, F-150 Raptor and Ranger Raptor owners by offering detailed trail maps and offline tracking capabilities.
Users can access thousands of miles of mapped trails across North America directly through their vehicle’s dashboard via integrated software. Company officials said the initiative is designed to encourage safe and responsible adventure by providing drivers with the most accurate terrain data available.
Contact: onX, www.onxmaps.com/ford.
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Fleetworthy Solutions Adds Accident Tracking to Compliance Platform
Fleetworthy Solutions has announced the expansion of its safety and compliance suite to include a new accident tracking feature for commercial fleets. The tool is designed to provide fleet managers with increased visibility into risk by centralizing accident data and identifying patterns that may lead to future incidents. By integrating these insights into its existing cloud-based platform, the company aims to help carriers streamline their insurance claims processes and improve overall safety scores.
Contact: Sarah Burt, Fleetworthy, (780) 306-2195, sarah.burt@fleetworthy.com.
TrueSpot Expands Real-Time Location Services for Asset Management
TrueSpot has announced the expansion of its real-time location services platform to provide more scalable tracking solutions for large-scale asset management. The updated system integrates advanced sensors and cloud-based analytics to help businesses monitor high-value equipment and inventory across multiple locations, the company said. Company officials said the technology is designed to reduce operational costs and improve workflow efficiency by automating the tracking of assets in sectors such as automotive and logistics.
Contact: Mike Hanna, TrueSpot, (866) 756-6656, info@truespot.com.
Cellular IoT Antenna Shipments Grew 23 Percent To Reach 757 Million In 2025
Berg Insight has released a new research report covering antennas for cellular IoT devices. Antennas are one of the key components of wireless devices and play a central role in determining wireless performance, coverage and power efficiency, Berg says. In cellular IoT applications, antenna design is further complicated by the need to support multiple cellular frequency bands, regional variants and in many cases other technologies such as GNSS, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. As a result, the cellular IoT antenna market is characterized by a fragmented vendor landscape, broad product portfolios and continuous demand for customisation and technical support services.
Contact: Johan Fagerberg, Berg Insight, 46 31 711 30 91, johan.fagerberg@berginsight.com.
People
- Taoglas CEO Dermot O’Shea has been named a finalist for the 2026 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ireland.
- Precisely has appointed Walid Abu-Hadba as CEO.
- Founder and CEO Eugene Tsyrklevich steps into a newly created chief AI officer role at Arrive.
- Tim Newburg has been named senior vice president, strategic growth at Forward Thinking Systems.
- Lytx Elevates Dave Riordan to Chief Customer Officer.
- James Pardue has been named Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Bad Elf.
- Adam Calland has been promoted to senior director, global marketing at Arrive.
- McKim & Creed has promoted Nick Miguez to national survey director.
- João Faria de Oliveira has been promoted to senior product manager at HERE Technologies.
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