NextNav, Inc. is a U.S.-based provider of advanced positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) solutions, specializing in three-dimensional and vertical location services. Leveraging a proprietary, nationwide ground‐based network known as Pinnacle®, NextNav delivers high-accuracy horizontal and vertical positioning indoors, in urban canyons and underground where GPS signals are traditionally weak or unavailable. The company’s technology suite is designed to augment satellite navigation, enabling applications that require floor-level accuracy, barometric elevation and reliable location information for smartphones, wearable devices, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and mission-critical systems.
NextNav’s flagship service, TerraPoiNT®, offers enhanced vertical positioning by fusing sensor data with network measurements to provide reliable height information to within a few feet. This capability supports public safety agencies and 911 call centers in determining caller elevation during emergencies, improving response times and resource allocation. In addition to emergency services, NextNav’s solutions are used by utilities, transportation providers and venue operators to track personnel, manage assets and optimize workflows in complex indoor/outdoor environments.
Founded in 2012 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, NextNav has steadily expanded its terrestrial network footprint across major metropolitan areas under licenses in the 4.9 GHz and 5.9 GHz bands. The company operates under regulatory frameworks established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and partners with FirstNet, state and local governments, and commercial ecosystem participants to integrate PNT capabilities into next-generation devices and platforms. NextNav completed its public listing on the NASDAQ in late 2020, positioning itself as a specialized player in the burgeoning location services market.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer William Peterson, NextNav’s management team combines experience in wireless infrastructure, geospatial analytics and government relations. The company continues to innovate through research collaborations and strategic acquisitions, targeting enhanced performance, expanded coverage and global market entry. Looking ahead, NextNav is focused on scaling its network, broadening device interoperability and advancing standards for vertical positioning in both consumer and enterprise segments.
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