NextNav Inc. secures U.S. DOT award to enhance PNT capabilities

NextNav Inc. (Nasdaq: NN), a pioneer in next-generation positioning, navigation, timing (PNT), and 3D geolocation technologies, has been awarded a significant contract by the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) to conduct real-world field tests of its innovative 3D PNT technologies. This initiative aims to ensure the availability of robust PNT information for critical infrastructure, especially in situations where GPS services are compromised due to environmental factors or intentional disruptions.

The U.S. DOT will leverage NextNav’s terrestrial PNT technology, which serves as an essential complement and backup to GPS. This project is part of the U.S. DOT Volpe Center’s Complementary PNT Action Plan, designed to integrate secure and reliable PNT services into critical systems. NextNav’s technology, recognized in 2021 by the U.S. DOT as the top-performing PNT technology for various applications, offers comprehensive 3D positioning solutions applicable in outdoor, urban, and indoor settings, including precise vertical location capabilities.

NextNav Inc. receives a U.S. DOT award to test its 3D PNT technology for critical infrastructure, enhancing GPS resilience and supporting national security

NextNav’s solution also features a reliable timing source that acts as an alternative when GPS availability is hindered. This capability is crucial for maintaining the functionality of critical infrastructures and national security applications. NextNav CEO, Mariam Sorond, emphasized the company’s commitment to enhancing national security, economic stability, and public safety through advanced PNT services.

In conjunction with this award, NextNav is actively advocating for the reconfiguration of the lower 900 MHz spectrum band (902-928 MHz) to better support terrestrial PNT solutions and facilitate additional spectrum allocation for 5G broadband services. This strategic move underscores NextNav’s role as a leader in shaping the future of 3D geolocation and PNT technologies for a variety of commercial and critical applications.

This award represents a significant advancement in the field of PNT technologies, promising enhanced reliability and security for critical systems reliant on precise geolocation data.