Hexagon has acquired Inertial Sense, Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Inertial Sense, founded in 2013, is a venture capital-backed sensor company known for developing high-performance, cost-effective navigation sensors. This transaction represents a corporate acquisition, not a funding round, signifying Hexagon's strategic expansion in advanced sensor technology.
Inertial Sense specializes in developing high-performance, cost-effective navigation sensors. It delivers a strong price-to-performance ratio in the navigation sensor industry, with its systems deployed globally in defense and commercial applications. The company’s offerings include tactical-grade inertial measurement units (IMUs) and inertial navigation systems (INS) that provide precise position and orientation data. Its product portfolio spans solutions for raw motion data, GPS fusion, Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) positioning for centimeter-level accuracy, and dual GNSS capabilities. These technologies enable autonomy in various devices, from small workhorse robots and robotic mowers to last-mile delivery vehicles and precision agriculture equipment.
This acquisition is strategically significant for Hexagon. Inertial Sense's expertise in providing tactical-grade inertial systems at competitive prices complements Hexagon's focus on solutions that require robust positioning and navigation for autonomous operations and precision applications. The integration of Inertial Sense's advanced sensor technology is expected to enhance Hexagon's capabilities in delivering precise and reliable solutions across various industries, strengthening its offerings in dynamic environments.
The combined entity is poised to leverage Inertial Sense’s innovation in navigation sensors with Hexagon’s broader market reach and technology integration capabilities. This aims to accelerate the development and deployment of next-generation autonomous systems and precision instruments globally.