• The acquisition strengthens Hexagon’s assured positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) portfolio, expanding resilient navigation capabilities
  • Inertial Sense adds proven GNSS+INS technology with over 30,000 systems deployed across defence and commercial applications
  • The acquisition supports Hexagon’s strategy for scalable growth in autonomy, aerospace, and defence markets

CALGARY, CANADA, 29 April 2026 – Hexagon today announced the successful completion of the acquisition of Inertial Sense, strengthening its assured positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) portfolio with tactical-grade GNSS+INS technology.

The acquisition reinforces Hexagon’s long-term commitment to innovation in high-performance navigation technologies. Inertial Sense strengthens Hexagon’s positioning portfolio and further enhances its assured PNT capabilities.

“Inertial Sense brings exceptional GNSS+INS innovation that advances our assured PNT roadmap and expands resilient positioning capabilities in GPS-challenged environments,” said Stig Pedersen, President, Aerospace & Defence Division, Hexagon. “Their compact, cost-effective solutions meaningfully enhance our ability to serve aerospace and defence applications.”

Inertial Sense is a trusted provider of high-performance navigation solutions, with more than 30,000 inertial systems deployed worldwide across defence and commercial applications.

“We are excited to join Hexagon and expand our ability to offer lightweight, affordable, and precise navigation solutions for applications that depend on our technology,” said Walt Johnson, CTO and Founder of Inertial Sense.

Inertial Sense, headquartered in Utah, USA, will continue supplying inertial navigation solutions and will be integrated into Hexagon’s Aerospace & Defence Division.

For More Information, Contact:

Flavia Lledo, Director of Global Marketing Communications
Autonomous Solutions Business Area, Hexagon
Tel: +1.720.693.1231
Flavia.lledo@hexagon.com

About Hexagon

Hexagon is the global leader in measurement technologies. We provide the confidence that vital industries rely on to build, navigate, and innovate. From microns to Mars, our solutions ensure productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability in everything from manufacturing and construction to mining and autonomous systems.

Hexagon (Nasdaq Stockholm: HEXA B) has approximately 24,800 employees in 50 countries and net sales of approximately 5.4bn EUR. Learn more at hexagon.com.