u-blox AG is a Swiss-based technology company specializing in positioning and wireless communication semiconductors and modules. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Thalwil, Switzerland, the company develops hardware and software solutions that enable reliable tracking, navigation and connectivity in a wide range of applications. u-blox serves as an innovation partner for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), design houses and system integrators, helping to bring products to market across multiple industries.
The company’s product portfolio includes global navigation satellite system (GNSS) receivers, cellular modules supporting 4G LTE and emerging 5G standards, short-range radios and high-precision timing modules. u-blox solutions are designed to meet the rigorous requirements of automotive telematics, industrial automation, smart metering, asset tracking, consumer electronics and Internet of Things (IoT) deployments. By combining its own silicon designs with firmware and cloud-based services, u-blox delivers tightly integrated offerings that reduce time-to-market and simplify system design.
Operating globally, u-blox maintains R&D centers and sales offices throughout Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region. The company has established strategic partnerships and collaborations to expand its geographic reach and deepen its technical expertise. Major end markets include automotive manufacturers in Germany, telematics providers in North America, smart city projects in China and connected device applications across India, Japan and South Korea.
u-blox is led by a seasoned management team headed by CEO Thomas Seiler, whose experience in semiconductor and wireless industries has supported the company’s sustained investment in research and development. Under this leadership, u-blox has grown through organic innovation as well as targeted acquisitions, reinforcing its position as a trusted supplier of advanced positioning and communication technologies for a broad spectrum of global customers.
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