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  • Indrajaal unveils Indian anti-drone patrol vehicle

    Indrajaal unveils Indian anti-drone patrol vehicle

    Indrajaal Drone Defence has launched the Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle (ADPV) — a fully mobile AI-enabled counter-drone system designed to redefine how India responds to drone-led threats.

    The Ranger has both soft- and hard-kill options. A GNSS spoofer can hijack drones remotely, while its Zombee interceptor drone provides a kinetic strike capability. Together, the sensors and weapons deliver a 10-kilometer (6.2-mile) detection range and a combat radius exceeding 4 kilometers (2.5 miles).

    The urgency to build the ADPV (Indrajaal Ranger) was reinforced when two recent national security incidents demonstrated how drones have become a critical link in breaching India’s border security.

    First was a drone-trafficking incident, where weapons were smuggled deep into Indian territory from Pakistan. Second, the Border Security Force neutralized 255 Pakistani drones in 2025, underscoring how drones have become the primary transport channel for drug trafficking.

    Indrajaal Ranger Patrol Vehicle

    Breaking away from traditional vehicle-mounted anti-drone solutions that work only when parked, Indrajaal engineered the ADPV ( Indrajaal Ranger) as a purpose-built combat vehicle that delivers:

    • On-the-move drone detection
    • Real-time patroling and surveillance
    • Autonomous threat assessment through AI
    • Instant interception and neutralization
    • Seamless coverage across border roads, canals, agricultural belts, critical infrastructure and dense urban pockets.

    By intercepting hostile drones, the Indrajaal Ranger prevents narcotics from entering and endangering Indian lives, blocks the inflow of illicit weapons into urban centers, and protects farmers living along sensitive border zones, the company said. Its automated interception framework is designed to reduce the operational load on police units, enabling smarter, data-driven deployment of manpower.

  • Voyant Photonics expands FMWC lidar platform

    Voyant Photonics expands FMWC lidar platform

    Voyant Photonics has released new versions of its Carbon lidar platform, adding 32-line and 64-line variants designed for compact, cost-sensitive and compute-limited systems.

    The new models, which will be displayed at CES 2026 (booth 4875, Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall), complement existing 128-line configurations and are optimized for industrial autonomy, robotics, drones and smart infrastructure applications.

    Building on the same semiconductor foundation as Voyant’s flagship Carbon platform, the new versions offer lower data rates and simplified integration while maintaining core FMCW advantages including velocity measurement, interference immunity and high dynamic range.

    “With these additions, we’re extending our FMCW lidar to applications where cost and compute budgets are essential and where historically the only available options were over-engineered sensors built for automotive and not designed with industrial needs in mind,” said Clément Kong, vice president of sales at Voyant Photonics. “Carbon 32 and Carbon 64 make it possible for developers to embed true 4D perception in the smallest and most constrained devices, accelerating the shift from autonomous vehicles to autonomous everything.”

    Platform capabilities

    The Carbon family uses Voyant’s proprietary silicon-photonics architecture that integrates beam steering and coherent detection on a single photonic chip, enabling mass-production economics, reduced calibration drift and unit-to-unit consistency.

    The new variants include high-precision depth sensing and real-time velocity measurement, exceptional ambient light immunity and compact design for industrial and mobile environments.

    With line resolutions spanning 32, 64 and 128, original equipment manufacturers and system integrators can tailor performance, bandwidth and compute load to specific use cases, from robotics and automated guided vehicles to drones and embedded edge platforms.

    According to the company, Voyant’s commercialization strategy focuses on transforming lidar from a niche automotive sensor into a core component of machine perception across industries. Its chip-scale FMCW technology delivers both motion and depth per pixel, enabling spatial reasoning capabilities for industrial automation, robotics, smart infrastructure, logistics and defense.

    By partnering with semiconductor foundries and leveraging the global photonics supply chain, Voyant aims to achieve scalability and cost efficiency, opening markets previously closed to traditional time-of-flight lidar solutions.

    “We’re entering a new era of physical AI, where devices and machines interpret and interact with the world around them,” said Clément Nouvel, CEO of Voyant Photonics. “Voyant’s vision is to make high-performance 4D sensing as ubiquitous and affordable as any other embedded component, bringing real-world autonomy to every sector.”

  • First Fix: Taking a deeper dive in 2026

    First Fix: Taking a deeper dive in 2026

    Rapid innovation is reshaping GNSS/PNT and positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) landscapes. The same can be said for the channels through which we provide this content to you. 

    GPS World is making strategic refinements to its magazine publishing schedule and digital solutions portfolio to better serve our subscribers. Our transition from a monthly print and digital edition cadence to a six-times-per-year magazine frequency will better align with buying cycles and industry events.

    That’s why the issue you are reading now will be the last of 2025. We will have plenty of new content online daily at GPSWorld.com to keep you informed on trends and new developments in the GPS, GNSS and PNT sectors.

    Going forward, GPS World will publish our print issue six times. In 2026, look for issues in February, March, May, June, September and October. We will continue to bring you the same exclusive content, including our Simulator Buyers Guide and our GNSS/PNT Buyers Guide. We’ll have our guest columns, such as Inside the Box. Plus, our popular departments PNT Corner, Evolution, Mapping Marvel, LaunchPad, MarketWatch, System of Systems and Seen & Heard will round out our print editions.

    In 2026, our cover stories will tackle transportation, defense, simulators, autonomous systems, precision agriculture and complementary PNT, as well as surveying and mapping. Every GPS World issue will continue to deliver exclusive technical content and market insights — only now, each edition will delve deeper into today’s hottest trends in GNSS/PNT.

    In tandem with our magazine content and publishing evolution, GPS World is significantly expanding its digital offerings. New and enhanced digital platforms include:

    GPSWorld.com. Watch for more exclusive content focused on the market segments that matter most.

    Weekly e-newsletters. Navigate! Weekly, Survey Scene, Defense PNT and Autonomous Arena deliver insightful columns and the latest news straight to your inbox each month.

    Custom, sole-sponsored e-newsletters, webinars and digital events. Keep an eye out for turnkey opportunities to showcase thought leadership and new technologies.

    These changes reaffirm GPS World’s commitment to being the most authoritative and effective media brand for reaching professionals in the GNSS, PNT and GPS markets. For the past 35 years, GPS World has served readers in print and online, and we have no intention of changing that now. Technology may have evolved over that time, but our dedication to providing you with the latest news and in-depth coverage will continue. 

    —GPS World Staff

  • ESA’s HydroGNSS satellites launched to scout for water

    ESA’s HydroGNSS satellites launched to scout for water

    The European Space Agency’s first Scout mission, HydroGNSS, was launched Nov. 28, marking a significant step in advancing global understanding of water availability and the effects of climate change on Earth’s water cycle.

    The two twin HydroGNSS satellites were carried into orbit at 19:44 CET aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, as part of the Transporter-15 rideshare flight from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

    Less than 90 minutes after liftoff, the two satellites separated from the rocket. Then, at 22:45 CET, Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd. (SSTL) in the UK confirmed that they had received signals, indicating that both satellites were safely in orbit around Earth.

    How GNSS reflectometry helps

    Both satellites use GNSS reflectometry to scout for water by capturing L-band signals from navigation systems such as GPS and Galileo. These navigation satellites transmit L-band microwave signals that change when they are reflected off Earth’s surface.

    The HydroGNSS satellites then compare these reflected signals with the signals the satellites receive directly from the GNSS satellites to reveal valuable information about the properties related to the water cycle, and more.

    To do this, each HydroGNSS satellite carries a delay doppler mapping receiver and two antennas. A zenith antenna tracks direct GNSS signals and a nadir antenna collects reflected signals and processes them into delay Doppler maps.

    Using this technique, the two small satellites, which orbit Earth 180 degrees apart, will measure soil moisture, freeze-thaw state, inundation and above-ground biomass.

    Understanding the water cycle

    The data will not only be vital for advancing our understanding of Earth’s water cycle, but also for supporting applications such as flood prediction and agricultural planning.

    Also, by observing the extent of inundation and areas of wetland, HydroGNSS will help reveal wetlands – important ecosystems that can act as significant sources of methane – often hidden beneath forest canopies.

    Information on freeze–thaw states will provide insight into the surface radiation balance, energy and carbon exchanges with the atmosphere, and the behaviour of subsurface permafrost in high latitudes.

    Meanwhile, data on above-ground biomass will contribute to estimates of forest carbon stocks and their role in the global carbon cycle.

    More Scouts to come

    The Scout satellite missions harness small, smart satellites to shrink proven technologies or test bold new ways of observing the planet. Each mission races from concept to launch in three years, on a lean budget of €35 million that covers everything from design and construction to in-orbit operations.

    “As the first of ESA’s Scout missions to launch, HydroGNSS marks an important milestone for this new family of rapid, low-cost Earth observation missions, and we extend our thanks to the mission’s prime contractor, SSTL,” said Simonetta Cheli, ESA’s director of Earth Observation Programmes. “The launch also represents a key step in the evolution of our FutureEO programme, where the Scouts embody a fast, agile, innovative and cost-efficient approach – complementing our larger Earth Explorer research missions.

    “We now look forward to seeing how HydroGNSS will employ GNSS reflectometry to deliver valuable insights into key hydrological variables that shape Earth’s water cycle,” Cheli said.

    ESA’s prime contractor for the HydroGNSS mission is SSTL in the UK. SSTL is also responsible for operating the satellites in orbit and for distributing the data. The mission is also thanks to partial funding from the UK Space Agency.

  • VBOX Automotive launches NTRIP base station

    VBOX Automotive launches NTRIP base station

    VBOX Automotive has launched the NTRIP Base Station, expanding its GNSS test equipment range. The system combines a multi-constellation, multi-frequency GNSS engine with a built-in networked transport of RTCM via internet protocol (NTRIP) server.

    The equipment transmits real-time kinematic corrections over radio and cellular or Wi-Fi networks, supporting accurate real-time positioning across wider areas in varied environments compared to traditional radio-only systems.

    The base station launches in three models, with specifications designed to fit users’ needs. All systems combine quad-constellation, dual-frequency GNSS technology with built-in cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity. 

    • Internal GNSS antenna and 2.4 GHz radio
      Quick to deploy for short-range applications, for temporary or mobile testing. 
    • Internal GNSS antenna, no radio
      Compact and simple, ideal for NTRIP or semi-permanent installations with external high-power radio masts. 
    • External GNSS antenna, no radio 
      Optimized for permanent installations with tripod-mounted antennas for maximum satellite visibility, supporting NTRIP or external radio. 

    Compatible with VBOX 4, VBOX 3iS, and external GNSS rovers, the new NTRIP Base Station supports both MSM4 and MSM7 RTCM formats, has up to 24 hours battery life, and is rated to IP67 to handle the demands of long outdoor test sessions. 

    “We have developed the NTRIP Base Station in response to the growing need for accurate positioning in more varied test environments,” said Martin Papps, engineering director at Racelogic. “This new Base Station delivers centimetre-level accuracy without the range and line-of-sight limitations of traditional radio corrections.”

  • AAGS YouTube seminars on geodetic topics in support of a certificate in geodetic surveying

    AAGS YouTube seminars on geodetic topics in support of a certificate in geodetic surveying

    My May 2025 GPS World newsletter highlighted the American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS) “Certificate for Geodetic Surveying” Program. This newsletter will update readers on the program. As I mentioned in the May 2025 newsletter, the Certificate for Geodetic Surveying program is designed to meet the needs of surveyors and others who perform spatial analyses and computations using geodetic methods. 

    Some of you may not be familiar with AAGS. The American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS) aims to guide the community of geodetic, surveying and land information data users into the 21st century by working together to develop new educational programs — such as presentations, seminars, and workshops on geodetic surveying — and by publishing articles and papers that share the latest scientific and technological advances, along with advice for cost-effective, efficient implementation. AAGS also encourages a deeper understanding of geodesy by offering educational materials in geodesy, geodetic surveying and related fields.


    The AAGS Board meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). Please visit the AAGS website and consider joining our monthly board meetings — a forum to share ideas and learn about geospatial products and services. All are welcome. To be added to the attendee list, email me at [email protected].

    Here’s the latest on the certification program: AAGS has developed questions covering the seven core areas of minimum competence in geodetic certification: (1) Geometric Geodesy, (2) Physical Geodesy, (3) Accuracy and Error, (4) Temporal Aspects, (5) Global Navigation Satellite Systems, (6) Geodetic Survey Networks, and (7) Standards and Guidelines. For details on each topic, see my May 2025 GPS World newsletter. The information below includes examples the Board is considering for the exam.

    AAGS Geodetic Certification Exam — Sample Questions

    In the ECEF coordinate system, the X and Y axes define

    1. minor axis of a reference ellipsoid
    2. spin axis of the Earth
    3. prime meridian and north pole
    4. |equatorial plane
    • Physical Geodesy

    The term ‘deflection of the vertical’ applies to what?

    1. Error introduced when the curvature of the earth is not accounted for
    2. The angular difference between the perpendicular to a reference ellipsoid and perpendicular to the field of gravity at a location.
    3. The distortion induced on the Earth’s gravitational field by a large mass beneath the surface
    4. The difference between true and geodetic North at a location.
    • Accuracy and Error

    A __________________ is the difference between the observed value and the most probable value.

    1. blunder
    2. residual
    3. standard deviation
    4. systematic error
    • Temporal Aspects

    What is the purpose of National Geodetic Survey’s EPP model?

    1. To transform ITRF coordinates to NAD 83 (2011) Epoch 2010.00.
    2. To transform ITRF coordinates to a 2022 Terrestrial Reference Frames Epoch 2020.0 (a way of describing a plate’s rotation).
    3. To transform ITRF coordinates to WGS84 Epoch 2020.00.
    • Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)

    The satellite ______________________ sets up an arbitrary threshold below which GPS satellites should not be measured.

    1. azimuth
    2. inclination angle
    3. mask angle
    4. zenith angle
    • Geodetic Survey Networks

    In a GPS network adjustment, primary reason for the minimally constrained adjustment is to ensure that

    a) the baseline components are free of large errors

    b) the control point coordinates have no errors

    c) the degree of freedom of adjustment is correct

    d) integer ambiguities have been determined correctly

    • Standards and Guidelines

    Which of the following statements about the State Plane Coordinates System (SPCS) is false?

    1. Eliminates having individual adjacent surveys based on different assumed coordinates
    2. Extensive highway projects can start at one control point and close on another at some distance away.
    3. If a monument is lost, one can use other SPCS monuments to recover the lost monument.
    4. Since SPCS utilizes a “developable surface” to project ground points onto a plane, the resulting projection is “distortion free”

    The draft questions are under expert review to ensure they target the right geodetic concepts and effectively assess the knowledge needed by those creating geospatial products and services. Our aim isn’t to make everyone a geodesist, but to ensure anyone producing geospatial products understands enough geodesy to create, depict, and document them correctly. AAGS is partnering with NSPS to implement the program, aiming for a 2026 launch. I’ll share updates in future emails.

    Many are asking whether AAGS will create training materials to support the certification program. We do not have any official plans at this time. However, Muge Albayrak—an AAGS Director and researcher at Oregon State University—has been working with members to produce YouTube sessions on certification-related topics. So far, AAGS has released four sessions: (1) Astronomical Techniques in Geodesy, (2) Practical Precise Point Positioning (PPP): Properties and Performance, (3) Real-Time GNSS Networks – RTN Alignment – User Perspective, and (4) Real-Time GNSS Networks – RTN Alignment – Managing RTNs.

    We’ve discussed producing shorter YouTube sessions focused on key concepts from the seven competency areas of the geodetic certification program. These would complement the existing member-only educational videos on the AAGS website. For details, see the Resources tab on the AAGS website.

    YouTube of Real-Time GNSS Networks: RTN Alignment — User Perspective and Managing RTNs.

    The American Association for Geodetic Surveying The American Association for Geodetic Surveying

    New 4-Part Educational Video Series on Real-Time GNSS Networks (RTNs) – RTN Alignment
    The American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS) is pleased to share a comprehensive four-part video series focused on Real-Time GNSS Networks (RTNs) and RTN Alignment — a topic that continues to grow in importance as more agencies, universities, and private organizations operate or rely on RTNs.
    This series brings together academic researchers and industry practitioners to provide clear user-level guidance and practical network-management insights grounded in current research and real-world field experience.
    Part 1 — RTN Alignment-User Perspective: Lecture : https://lnkd.in/eMuBqRkz
    Chase Simpson (Assistant Professor of Practice, Oregon State University) explains RTN fundamentals, field procedures, accuracy expectations, and how to combine real-time GNSS with conventional surveying.
    Part 2 — RTN Alignment-User Perspective: Q&A: https://lnkd.in/e_5vcM7Y
    A panel discussion addressing weighting strategies, redundant observations, GEOID2022 implications, and best practices for verifying RTN accuracy in the field.
    Part 3 — Managing RTNs: Lecture: https://lnkd.in/eV5P-daq
    William Ohene (PhD Student, Oregon State University) presents new research on monitoring core station stability, detecting reference station issues, and aligning RTNs with the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS).
    Part 4 — Managing RTNs: Q&A: https://lnkd.in/ejpkJq2Z
    A follow-up discussion on operational considerations for RTN managers, network density, coordinate updates, and improving user confidence across real-time networks.

    Why AAGS is sharing this series
    As part of our mission to support professional education and strengthen the geodetic surveying community, AAGS is committed to providing accessible, high-quality resources on emerging practices, technologies, and research.

    This RTN series supports surveyors, geodesists, GIS professionals, and RTN operators who rely on accurate real-time positioning.

    Watch the full 4-part series here: https://lnkd.in/ejvF6qQQ

    AAGS extends our appreciation to:
    • Lecturer: Chase Simpson
    • Lecturer: William Ohene
    • Moderator: Dave Zilkoski
    • Panel contributors: Karen Meckel, Müge Albayrak, and Brian Weave

    We hope this series supports your professional practice, education initiatives, and technical development.

    Please feel free to share your thoughts or questions — we welcome community discussion.

    As noted, AAGS members can access educational material on the AAGS website covering geodetic topics that will help answer many exam questions. Numerous external resources are also available. For example, NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey (NGS) offers webinars, online lessons, and educational videos, and GeoLearn provides continuing education courses for surveyors.


    Please visit the AAGS website and consider attending our monthly Board meetings. If you’d like to attend, want more information about AAGS, are interested in serving on a committee, or wish to collaborate on YouTube sessions about geospatial topics, email me at [email protected].

  • New mini UAV designed for border patrol

    New mini UAV designed for border patrol

    CopterPIX, an Israeli developer and manufacturer of autonomous multi-rotor UAV solutions, has unveiled its newest platform: the ERE95 Mini.

    CopterPIX made the announement at UVID Dronetech 2025, which took place Nov. 26 at Expo Tel Aviv.

    The ERE95 Mini is designed as an operational platform for border protection, long-range surveillance, and ISR missions. It is fully capable of GNSS-denied missions and integrates a long-range, anti-jamming communication system supporting distances of over 20 km.

    According to the company, the ERE95 Mini has an endurance of 2 hours and can carry up to 5 kg of payload for up to 1 hour. It also has integrated daylight and thermal imaging for advanced surveillance. With a fully foldable frame, the platform collapses into a compact backpack-sized kit, making it suitable for rapid mobility and field operations.

    Its modular “puzzle” architecture allows quick adaptation of SDR modules, optical payloads, and navigation solutions, enabling mission-specific configurations with unprecedented flexibility. To support rapid field deployment, the ERE95 Mini features a mechanical and electrical quick-connect interface, allowing operators to switch payloads in seconds and maintain continuous operational readiness across all missions.

  • India’s DGCA clarifies 10-minute GNSS interference reporting requirement

    India’s DGCA clarifies 10-minute GNSS interference reporting requirement

    India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an adendum on reporting procedures for suspected GNSS spoofing, reports news service AIN. On Nov. 10, the DGCA began requiring that all spoofing and jamming incidents be reported within 10 minutes, following an intense period of disruptions around Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi.

     The addendum is meant to clarify exactly what pilots and operators are required to do both before and after a GNSS interference incident is suspected.

    The disruptions produced false EGPWS alerts, position errors, and incorrect altitude indications, according to OpsGroup. The interference briefly drove ADS-B integrity in the Delhi terminal area to zero, affecting hundreds of aircraft and leaving controllers unable to rely on GPS-based surveillance.

    GPSwise (powered by SkAI Data Services) provides a real time GPS Spoofing and Jamming map spanning the globe.

  • UAVOS partnership to advance HAPS technology for high-altitude missions

    UAVOS partnership to advance HAPS technology for high-altitude missions

    UAVOS has successfully completed of a test flight of Mira Aerospace’s high-altitude pseudo-satellite (HAPS) ApusNeo 18, with UAVOS providing full engineering and technical support. A key objective of the flight was to evaluate the jointly developed optoelectronic, gyro-stabilized aircraft payload onboard device (POD) by obtaining imagery from altitudes between 3,000 and 12,000 meters.

    During the mission, the POD captured high-resolution imagery with precise geolocation data from an altitude of 12,000 meters, achieving a Ground Sample Distance (GSD) of up to two meters. The test took place in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and lasted continuously for 48 hours.

    “The data-relay station trials were conducted in preparation for upcoming commercial flights in Europe, planned for the coming months,” Aliaksei said.

    The optoelectronic gyro-stabilized aircraft POD is equipped with an innovative automatic temperature control system for  heating and cooling  electronic modules, ensuring reliable operation in the stratosphere at temperatures as low as -70°C under rarefied air conditions.

    The system also provides radio communication at distances exceeding 100 km. The gimbal’s optical unit allows observation within a ±90°C range with high-precision angular positioning. The payload housing features an aerodynamically optimized design, and the total payload weight is 3.6 kg.

    “The successful cooperation with Mira Aerospace reflects our commitment to continuously advancing the capabilities of both companies,” said Aliaksei Stratsilatau, founder and CEO of UAVOS. “We also continue to work toward our ultimate goal of leveraging the HAPS platform for multiple applications, including mobile connectivity, border monitoring, mapping, forest fire detection, and emergency response.”

    To extend the HAPS operational range, the test flight also incorporated a data-relay network based on ground modem repeaters. Each repeater is capable of providing a coverage area of up to 200 km.

    “The data-relay station trials were conducted in preparation for upcoming commercial flights in Europe, planned for the coming months,” Aliaksei said.

  • Osage LLC hosts tour on plans for UAV Skyway Range

    Osage LLC hosts tour on plans for UAV Skyway Range

    Osage LLC of Oklahoma welcomed members of the Osage Nation Congress for an in-depth tour and lunch briefing at Skyway Range, offering a first look at an ambitious vision to transform the area into a leading center for uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) innovation, testing and economic growth.

    The visit provided Osage leaders with a comprehensive overview of current operations and long-term development plans to position the Osage Nation at the forefront of advanced aerospace technologies.

    “The tour provided the opportunity to hear and see the potential in Osage LLC’s vision,” said Osage Nation Congressional Speaker Pam Shaw. “I’m looking forward to seeing what is next for Skyway Range. Utilizing this property for the benefit of the Osage people is what it’s all about.”

    Photo: Osage LLC
    Photo: Osage LLC

    Skyway Range is already a nationally recognized asset due to its expansive Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) capabilities, encompassing nearly 1,200 square miles of urban and rural testing environments within 114 nautical miles of airspace. The range’s proximity to Tulsa International Airport’s Class C airspace and its unique blend of terrain make it one of the most flexible and capable UAS test ranges in the United States.

    Osage LLC is also part of the Tulsa Regional Advanced Mobility (TRAM) Cluster, a collaboration between public, private, non-profit, tribal and academic partners committed to building a thriving, inclusive advanced mobility ecosystem in northeast Oklahoma. Through this partnership, the region received a Build Back Better Regional Challenge (BBBRC) award from the U.S. Economic Development Administration.

    BBBRC investments are helping Osage LLC and partners, such as Oklahoma State University and Tulsa Innovation Labs, expand research and development capacity, build testing infrastructure, develop industrial facilities, strengthen workforce pathways, and support entrepreneurs — laying the foundation for commercial UAS testing, manufacturing, research, office development, and future mixed-use opportunities.

    Long-term plans for Skyway Range include:

    • A phased development strategy beginning with critical infrastructure north of 36th Street in Tulsa.
    • A new Command Center and enhanced operations hub to support Skyway’s growing commercial testing capabilities.
    • A 50,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility designed for UAS assembly, prototyping, and light industrial research.
    • Infrastructure and signage improvements to increase commercial readiness and operational capacity.
    •  Future expansion opportunities for additional manufacturing, office, and mixed-use facilities tied to customer demand and Nation-driven land-use decisions.

    Phase One includes $6 million in capital investments approved by Osage Nation Congress, with anticipated completion of office and small-scale manufacturing components by late 2026 to early 2027.

    Osage LLC recently secured its first tenant, Windshape, a Swiss aerospace technology company that specializes in advanced indoor weather simulation and drone performance testing. Windshape held a demonstration for Osage Congressional members and shared how this technology is used globally to validate the safety, reliability, and durability of UAS systems.

  • GLONASS receiver factory targeted by Ukraine

    GLONASS receiver factory targeted by Ukraine

    The Ukrainian Unmanned Systems Forces on Nov. 26 struck a Russian factory that produces GLONASS navigation equipment for Shahed drones and Kalibr missiles, weapons used in a strike in Kyiv that killed seven people dthe day before, The factory is 1,000 km from the border between the countries.

    The report comes from Euromaidan, along with the following video showing the strike’s location and aftermath.

    The VNIIR Progress factory in Cheboksary, Chuvash Republic, Russia, specializes in manufacturing GNSS receivers and antennas for satellite systems, including GLONASS, GPS, and Galileo, as well as navigation modules such as Kometa, which are resistant to electronic warfare measures.

    Thes modules are used on Russian missiles, including the Kalibr, Kh-69, Iskander-M, and S-800 Banderol, as well as on UAVs such as Shahed, Orlan-10 and Forpost. The Kometa module is also part of the Unified Modules for Planning and Correction, which Russia uses to convert conventional bombs into precision-guided munitions.

  • UK Working Group discusses next steps to protect PNT

    UK Working Group discusses next steps to protect PNT

    The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) hosted the UK’s first cross-government geodesy, positioning, navigation and timing working group in October. Representatives from 19 government bodies shared insight on the risks, opportunities and interdependencies linked to PNT systems, including GNSS.

    On Nov. 19, the UK announced a £155M investment in PNT. The working group will continue to support collaboration and exchange knowledge as further resilience actions progress, according to the UKHO.

    GNSS supports critical activities across the UK economy. It provides accurate location and timing for communications, maritime and aviation safety, and the smooth running of power and financial networks. As threats to space-based systems grow, improving national resilience is increasingly important.

    “The UKHO’s expertise in geodesy plays a key role in helping the UK understand and protect PNT services. Our specialists provide trusted positioning and timing advice across defense and civil programs, including supporting the safety of navigation in UK waters,” the agency said.

    “It is fantastic to hear that the work with eLoran, GNSS Interference Monitoring Programme, Space Based Time Transfer and the National Timing Centre have received ongoing funding,” said Joe Pearce, senior geodesy and PNT specialist, UKHO. “This funding will assist both our data collection and the mariner. It will protect and assist future geodesy and PNT, improving resilience as these systems come increasingly under threat.”

    The UKHO also provides information on how to protect against GNSS and AIS jamming and spoofing for vessel operators.