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October 8, 2026

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BAE Systems to Develop M-Code GPS Solution for Navy Landing System

BAE Systems [BAESY] has received a $16 million contract from Collins Aerospace to design and develop an M-Code GPS solution for the U.S. Navy’s Joint Precision Approach and Landing System. The company will integrate its Digital GPS Anti-Jam Receiver into the system to enhance protection against jamming and spoofing during carrier landings in hostile environments.

BAE Systems will provide the M-Code GPS solution for the U.S. Navy’s Joint Precision Approach and Landing System (BAE Systems).

The upgrade transitions the landing platform from older military GPS technology to encrypted M-Code signals to improve accuracy and operational security for naval aircraft, the company said. Engineering and manufacturing work for the military GPS technology will take place at BAE Systems’ facility in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Contact: Eric Peterson, BAE Systems, (603) 288-4082, eric.peterson2@baesystems.us, www.baesystems.com/en-us.

Septentrio Expands mosaic-G5 Ecosystem for Drones and Autonomous Systems

Septentrio has expanded its mosaic-G5 satellite navigation ecosystem through new hardware partnerships and open-source reference designs. The initiative integrates the company’s ultra-compact multi-frequency GNSS module across products from industry partners including SparkFun, ArduSimple, and ARK Electronics.

Septentrio highlights multiple partners (Septentrio).

Complementing commercial integrations, Septentrio introduced open-source reference designs like the mosaicG5-HAT and TeenG5 to streamline development across popular computing environments such as NVIDIA NVDA -1.66%↓, Raspberry Pi, and Arduino.

Contact: Septentrio, press@septentrio.com

BeWhere Expands IoT Asset Tracking Ecosystem with Cisco Spaces and Hubble Network Integrations

BeWhere announced the availability of its IoT asset tracking solutions through integrations with Cisco Spaces and the Hubble Network, alongside launching three new BLE beacons. The company’s APIs integrate indoor, yard and transportation location data into existing enterprise and fleet management platforms to streamline asset monitoring. Using existing Cisco infrastructure and Hubble’s terrestrial network of more than 100 million scanning gateways, the systems enable continuous tracking across indoor facilities and outdoor environments. The newly introduced temperature, door and range sensors offer lower-cost monitoring options for supply chain, healthcare and transportation applications, the company said.

Contact: Margaux Berry, BeWhere Holdings, ir@bewhere.com, www.bewhere.com.

General Dynamics Mission Systems Joins GPS Innovation Alliance

The GPS Innovation Alliance has added General Dynamics Mission Systems as its newest member to strengthen industry advocacy for secure positioning, navigation and timing technologies. General Dynamics brings extensive expertise in delivering military space GPS receivers, resilient communications and assured PNT solutions for defense, intelligence and public safety agencies, GPSIA said. The defense contractor joins a coalition that includes Apple AAPL 1.09%↑, Deere & Company DE -0.08%↓, Garmin GRMN -2.06%↓, Lockheed Martin LMT 1.88%↑ and Trimble TRMB 0.08%↑ in supporting the modernization and protection of space-based PNT infrastructure.

Contact: GPSIA, gpsia@clyde.us.

NextNav, AiRANACULUS Partner on 5G Drone Tracking Tech

NextNav NN -5.81%↓ has announced a partnership with signal-processing developer AiRANACULUS to advance integrated sensing and communications across NextNav’s licensed lower 900 MHz spectrum. By pairing NextNav’s ground-based 5G 3D positioning network with AiRANACULUS’ hardware and software stack, the companies aim to expand long-range, early-warning detection for counter-unmanned aircraft systems. I nitial testing will focus on extended-range threat detection and tracking of drone activity within Santa Clara County, California.

Contact: NextNav, media@nextnav.com.

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Acceleronix, iBOI and Quectel Unveil GPS Cattle Ear Tag for Livestock Tracking

Acceleronix, iBOI and Quectel have launched a new GPS cattle ear tag designed to provide real-time livestock monitoring while connecting herd management with agricultural credit operations. Unveiled at Futurecom 2026, the solution combines a Quectel-designed GPS ear tag, Acceleronix eSIM connectivity and ACX Core device management with iBOI’s herd and animal health management platform. The system is designed for Brazilian livestock operations and could be scaled internationally.

Acceleronix, iBOI and Quectel launch new generation GPS cattle ear tag (Quectel).

The ear tag includes GPS positioning, a temperature sensor, step counter and RFID technology in a compact device designed for long-term field use. Through its integration with ACX Core, iBOI’s platform can create virtual fences, track animal movements and alert operators to escapes, the company said.

Contact: Quectel, media@quectel.com.

onX Hunt Introduces Expanded Safety and Navigation Features for Hunters

Outdoor navigation app developer onX Hunt has announced a suite of new safety and mapping tools designed to help hunters navigate off-grid areas and maintain group communication. The updates feature real-time location sharing for groups of up to 10 users and offline turn-by-turn navigation that functions without a cellular connection. Additionally, the company launched onX SOS, an optional $49.99 annual subscription offering 24/7 emergency response coordination and search-and-rescue financial coverage. The new features are available across the onX Hunt app on both iOS and Android platforms for the current hunting season.

Contact: Jack Flatley, onX, jack.flatley@onxmaps.com.

Ontario International Airport Launches Real-Time Shuttle Tracking System

Ontario International Airport has launched a real-time shuttle tracking system that lets travelers view live vehicle locations and estimated arrival times by scanning QR codes posted throughout the airport. Each shuttle is equipped with a GPS-enabled tablet that continuously updates its location, helping regulate departures and reduce bus bunching at stops.

A new real-time tracking system at Southern California’s Ontario International Airport shows exactly where airport buses are and when they are expected to arrive (Ontario International Airport).

Implemented through airport partner PCI, the Bus Genius system is currently undergoing a pilot phase to gather passenger feedback and refine performance. The digital initiative comes ahead of a broader modernization plan that includes replacing existing shuttles with a new fleet of electric and compressed natural gas buses by late 2027.

Contact: Steve Lambert, Onario International Airport, (909) 841-7527, slambert@flyontario.com.

Global Robotaxi Fleet Expected to Surpass 1.5 Million Vehicles by 2036

The global commercial robotaxi fleet is projected to expand from 6,500 active vehicles at the end of 2025 to 1.53 million by 2036, according to a report by market research firm Berg Insight. Total passenger fare revenue from autonomous ride-hailing services is forecast to grow at a compound annual rate of 79.2%, increasing from $260 million to $158.7 billion over the same period. Although driverless services are currently centered in the United States, China and the Middle East, recent expansions into Europe, South Korea and Singapore point to accelerating international growth. Industry analysts noted that scaling these services globally will require integration of end-to-end artificial intelligence, purpose-built vehicle manufacturing and viable local unit economics.

Contact: Johan Fagerberg, Berg Insight, 46 31 711 30 91, johan.fagerberg@berginsight.com, www.berginsight.com.

NAL Technologies Launches GPS Protection System for Contested Environments

NAL Technologies has launched PntGuard Syntrx, a smart antenna upgrade designed to protect GNSS/GPS positioning, navigation and timing data from jamming, spoofing and other interference without requiring existing equipment to be replaced or re-engineered. The plug-and-play system, which uses Iridium IRDM -1.29%↓, detects interference and dynamically adjusts its output, providing an assured PNT signal for applications including tactical radios, satellite communications terminals, electronic warfare platforms and critical infrastructure. Commercial shipments are scheduled to begin in December, with the system intended for defense, government and commercial operators that depend on reliable location and timing data.

Contact: Megan Zamora, media@naltec.com.

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