ESA's NAVISP Programmes

NAVAC Member Richard Peckham Shares Insights on GNSS and PNT Security

Summary: NAVISP featured an interview with NAVAC member Richard Peckham, who discussed how new applications will challenge established Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems in the near future. About the Speaker: Richard Peckham was Airbus Defence & Space Ltd. Vice-President. This position allowed him to witness GNSS grow from its early days to today’s advanced…

Last Updated: 24/11/2025 15:41 Created at: 24/11/2025 15:13

NAVISP Signs Contract for I-PoCARS Project with Vodafone and Jaguar Land Rover

The European Space Agency’s Navigation Innovation and Support Programme (NAVISP) has signed a new contract under Element 2 for the project Integrated Proof of Concept for real-time Automotive user case with STEP (I-PoCARS). This initiative brings together leading industry players, including Vodafone Ltd. and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) as a key partners, alongside renowned academic and research…

Last Updated: 21/11/2025 11:44 Created at: 21/11/2025 11:03

NAVISP at UK Quantum Week 2025

As part of the UK’s celebration of the UNESCO International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ 2025), NAVISP participated in UK Quantum Week, a national series of events showcasing the latest developments and future directions in quantum science. The week began on Monday 3 November with the official launch of NMI-Q, a new international initiative uniting the world’s leading…

Last Updated: 20/11/2025 12:04 Created at: 18/11/2025 07:45

NAVISP Element 1 Work Plan 2026 available

The NAVISP Programme continues its rapid momentum, and we are pleased to announce that the Work Plan for Element 1 for 2026 has been approved at the ESA Programme Board - Navigation (PB-NAV) meeting in November. What's Inside the Work Plan? The Work Plan document is now available and details the planned activities for the coming year. It specifically contains the Invitations to…

Last Updated: 12/11/2025 12:49 Created at: 11/11/2025 08:11

European Navigation Conference 2026 coming to Vienna

We are excited to announce that the European Navigation Conference (ENC) 2026 will take place in Vienna, Austria, from 28–30 April 2026. Recognised as Europe’s leading annual event for the Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) community, ENC 2026 will feature: A rich technical programme with up to four parallel sessions Daily keynotes and networking opportunities A…

Last Updated: 06/11/2025 08:15 Created at: 06/11/2025 08:14

ESA Celebrates 50 Years in Spain with the Signature of 9 NAVISP Contracts

October 16, 2025, at ESAC, Villanueva de la Cañada, Spain - The European Space Agency (ESA) marked its 50th anniversary with a landmark celebration, highlighting decades of scientific excellence and international collaboration. Following several announcements by ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher, and Diana Morant, Spanish Minister of Science, Innovation, and Universities, ESA…

Last Updated: 05/11/2025 11:00 Created at: 05/11/2025 09:23

Final Presentation Attitude Control of Autonomous Ships Navigating in Ports

On October 31, 2025, Space Applications Services NS/SA and AnavS GmbH presented the results of NAVISP project EL1-055 “MAPP – Attitude Control of Autonomous Ships Navigating in Ports.” The project aimed to develop a high-accuracy, multi-sensor positioning and attitude determination system for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS), focusing on port approach, navigation, and docking.…

Last Updated: 05/11/2025 09:00 Created at: 05/11/2025 08:59

Final Presentation Position Navigation Timing for Viaducts Monitoring (PONTI)

On October 2, 2025, Space for Life (S4L) presented the results of NAVISP project EL2-113. The project aimed to develop a cost-effective, GNSS-based system for monitoring the structural health of bridges and viaducts, addressing the growing need for safety and compliance in ageing infrastructure networks. The system was designed, developed, and validated through a comprehensive process,…

Last Updated: 31/10/2025 10:59 Created at: 31/10/2025 10:37

Final Presentation GNSS for Green Asphalt

On October 23, 2025, Exact Street presented the results of NAVISP project EL2-152 “GREENASPH4.0 – GNSS for Data Acquisition & 3D Milling and Asphalt Recycling.” The project aimed to revolutionize road resurfacing by integrating GNSS-based data acquisition with real-time 3D milling and selective asphalt recycling. The goal was to improve road quality, extend pavement lifespan, and…

Last Updated: 28/10/2025 11:17 Created at: 28/10/2025 09:03

Final Presentation Completion: Disruptive High Efficiency Power Supplies for Active Antennas

On September 11, 2025, Airbus & CRISA presented the results of NAVISP project EL2-094 project “Antenna Power Regulator (APR)”. The project aimed to develop a high-efficiency, modular power regulation system for feeding RF Power Amplifiers in Active Antennas. The APR was designed to meet demanding requirements for current control, redundancy, and power density, supporting future…

Last Updated: 28/10/2025 08:58 Created at: 28/10/2025 08:58

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