Leonardo

What Leonardo does

Leonardo US Cyber and Security Solutions, LLC is a privately held US subsidiary of Italian defense and aerospace prime Leonardo S.p.A., headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina. Originally operating as the US arm of Selex ES Inc. (rebranded in 2017 and further renamed to its current identity in 2024), the company sells two principal product lines to government and enterprise customers: the ELSAG family of automated license plate recognition (ALPR) systems (mobile, fixed, solar-powered, video-based, and covert readers, plus the ELSAG Cloud Storage and Enterprise Operations Center platforms), and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) infrastructure including the software-defined ECOS-D and ECOS-E DTA7000 multi-mode base stations supporting DMR, TETRA, and P25 standards, as well as the MC_linX/Mosaic push-to-talk-over-cellular platform that bridges LMR with broadband networks. Adjacent offerings include the Ganimede AI video analytics platform, the SignalTrace wireless device-fingerprinting sensor, and the PlateTrace consumer mobile LPR app.

The company monetizes through hardware sales (cameras, radio base stations, subscriber equipment), professional services (engineering, installation, training, 24/7 US-based support), managed services, and recurring software subscriptions. It sells predominantly through direct enterprise field sales to law enforcement, border security, public safety, utilities, transportation, and large commercial enterprises, supplemented by a Premier Partner Value Added Reseller channel, federal/state procurement contracts, and — for the consumer-facing PlateTrace app — the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Customer scale is anchored by nearly 4,000 ALPR clients in 25 countries and DMR/TETRA/P25 deployments in over 50 countries. The US subsidiary's revenue is not separately disclosed; consolidated parent Leonardo S.p.A. reported approximately £15.3 billion in FY2024 revenue. Certifications across the portfolio include full NDAA Section 889 compliance, FBI CJIS Security Policy compliance, GDPR, and CCPA — gating credentials that make the products eligible for federal, defense, and criminal justice procurement.

Name

Leonardo

Legal name

Leonardo US Cyber and Security Solutions, LLC

Website

https://leonardocompany-us.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Leonardo US Cyber and Security Solutions is a US subsidiary of Italian defense prime Leonardo S.p.A. that sells ELSAG license plate recognition systems, multi-mode land mobile radio infrastructure, video analytics, and mission-critical broadband platforms to law enforcement, public safety, utilities, transportation, and large enterprises.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Safety and Critical Communications Equipment

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)

SIC

Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

Video Surveillance (CCTV/VMS) System Integration (BPAKAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mission-Critical & Public Safety Private Networks (MCX/LMR Interop) (HDAIAGAH), Video Surveillance System Design & Site Assessment (HSAHACAD)

Keywords

• Automatic license plate recognition
• Land mobile radio systems
• Critical communications infrastructure
• Vehicle recognition technology
• Public safety electronics

Headquarters

HQ city

Greensboro

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. License Plate Recognition (LPR) Systems: Leonardo designs, manufactures, and deploys highly sophisticated camera systems for reading and analyzing license plates for interdiction, investigations, access control, parking and tolling. Revenue from hardware sales (fixed, mobile, solar-powered cameras), software licenses, and cloud storage solutions.
2. Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Systems: Leonardo delivers DMR, TETRA, and P25 land mobile radio solutions to utilities, public safety, transportation, and large enterprises. Revenue from radio base stations, infrastructure, subscriber equipment, and system integration.
3. Professional Services: Includes system engineering, site survey, installation, commissioning, training, technical support, and maintenance services. 24/7 technical support available with U.S.-based experts.
4. Software Subscriptions: PlateTrace mobile app offers free basic version with local data storage; subscription version enables EOC connectivity for agency data management. Software upgrades and remote diagnostics.
5. Managed Services: Network operation, managed services, disaster recovery support, and extended warranty programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Leonardo US Cyber and Security Solutions designs, manufactures, and integrates automatic license plate recognition (ALPR/LPR) camera systems and mission-critical land mobile radio (LMR) communications equipment for government, law enforcement, utilities, and transportation customers. Its offering combines fixed, mobile, and solar-powered LPR hardware, the SignalTrace wireless device fingerprinting sensor, the Ganimede video analytics platform, and multi-mode DMR/TETRA/P25 radio base stations with the MC_linX/Mosaic broadband-to-LMR integration platform.

Product overview

Leonardo is a defense and security technology company offering an integrated portfolio of License Plate Recognition (LPR) and Critical Communications solutions. The LPR division (ELSAG brand) provides a comprehensive suite of vehicle recognition technologies including mobile, fixed, and solar-powered license plate readers, the SignalTrace wireless sensor add-on for device tracking, and the PlateTrace mobile app. Video analytics capabilities include the Ganimede platform and SC2 security management platform. The Critical Communications division offers land mobile radio (LMR) solutions including the ECOS-D and ECOS-E DTA7000 multi-mode radio base stations supporting DMR, TETRA, and P25 standards, the MC_linX/Mosaic platform connecting LMR with broadband networks, and the Mission Critical Control Room (MCCR) solution. All products are backed by a Peace of Mind Guarantee featuring 10-year non-obsolescence and 5-year parts and labor warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ELSAG Mobile Plate Hunter Mobile license plate reader system for vehicle recognition and identification during mobile patrols and roadside operations by law enforcement agencies.
• ELSAG Fixed Plate Hunter Fixed-mount license plate reader for permanent installation at checkpoints, parking facilities, and strategic locations to provide continuous vehicle monitoring.
• ELSAG Solar Street Sentry Solar-powered license plate reader for flexible deployment in locations without fixed power infrastructure, including temporary checkpoints and remote monitoring.
• ELSAG Video Plate Hunter 900 (VPH900) Video-based security solution combining license plate recognition with full-motion video capture for comprehensive vehicle identification and surveillance.
• SignalTrace Wireless Signal Intelligence System Wireless sensor add-on for ALPR cameras that intercepts Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and RFID signals from smartphones and connected devices to link device identifiers to vehicle license plates.
• PlateTrace Mobile App Mobile application that turns a smartphone or tablet into an automatic license plate reader for officers, with optional subscription that connects the device to an agency's Enterprise Operations Center.
• Enterprise Operations Center (EOC) Centralized data storage and management platform for LPR data with secure cloud storage, multi-level access controls, role-based permissions, and configurable archiving.
• ELSAG Cloud Storage Solutions (ECSS) CJIS-compliant cloud storage service for license plate data with configurable retention schedules and automatic data management for law enforcement agencies.
• Ganimede Video Content Analysis Platform AI-based video analysis platform designed for the analysis of large volumes of video and data, providing enhanced situational awareness and intelligent video processing.
• SC2 Security Management Platform Security management platform that integrates with video analytics and LPR solutions for centralized control and monitoring of security operations.
• ELSAG Parking Enforcement Solutions Specialized ALPR solutions for parking enforcement, including handheld LPR devices and automated violation detection systems for parking operators and municipalities.
• ELSAG Covert & Custom LPR Solutions Discreet and custom ALPR solutions designed for covert surveillance and specialized law enforcement operations requiring hidden or disguised deployments.
• ECOS-E DTA7000 Multi-mode Radio Base Station Multi-mode LMR radio base station supporting DMR and P25 Phase 1 standards with plug-and-play simplicity, web-based programming, embedded firewall, and built-in resiliency.
• ECOS-D Multi-mode DMR Solution Software-defined DMR platform supporting analog FM, DMR Tier II, DMR Tier III, APCO P25, and Dynamic Dual Mode, configurable as multicast, simulcast, or hybrid in a single base station.
• MC_linX / Mosaic Mission-critical Communications Platform Mission-critical heterogeneous communications suite that connects LMR networks with broadband systems via push-to-talk over cellular, enabling group calls between radios and smartphones.
• Mission Critical Control Room (MCCR) Control room solution providing real-time situation awareness, cartographic views, and complete communication features for emergency response and public safety operations.
• Adaptanet TETRA IP Solution TETRA-based land mobile radio solution providing secure, reliable communications for public safety, transportation, and utility organizations.
• Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Tier II and Tier III Systems Digital Mobile Radio systems that convert voice into data for clearer audio than analog transmissions, available in Tier II conventional and Tier III trunked configurations with two-slot TDMA doubling capacity.
• P25 Phase 1 Radio Systems Project 25 (P25) Phase 1 digital radio standard products providing interoperable mission-critical communications for public safety agencies.
• TETRA Radio Systems Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA) standard systems offering secure, efficient voice and data services for critical infrastructure operators.

Quantifiable outcome

• DMR Tier 3 simulcast technology allows radio coverage of 5,584 square kilometers across nine regions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

AI capability7 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic, supporting and minor.

• NokiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 June 2025Leonardo's MC_linX platform (known as Mosaic in North America) has been selected by Nokia to be embedded into Nokia's Core Enterprise Solutions. This strategic integration reinforces Leonardo's role as a trusted provider of mission-critical technologies and expands its footprint in the global market for secure, real-time communications. The collaboration enables Nokia to enhance its Core Enterprise Solutions portfolio with Leonardo's next-generation broadband platform, delivering mission-critical services across sectors including public safety, energy utilities, and railways.
• EricssonstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 July 2021Leonardo partnered with Ericsson to research and develop new 5G solutions and business models. The partnership combines Leonardo's public safety and critical infrastructure expertise with Ericsson's RAN market leadership to advance 5G integration with LMR technologies.
• XentiasupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLeonardo worked with Xentia to implement dispatch consoles for Warsaw Metropolitan Police DMR system. Dispatch consoles manage radio terminals and display positions on georeferenced maps to coordinate patrols.
• Applied Communications Services Inc. (ACSi)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorACSi is a turnkey integrator and authorized reseller of Leonardo LMR products. Specializes in mission-critical communication requirements for regional transit authorities, financial services, and public safety agencies in the northeast US.
• DMR AssociationsupportingOthersLeonardo holds 19 interoperability certificates from major LMR manufacturers like Motorola, Kenwood, and Tait. Listed on DMR Association website for interoperability compliance.
• Lease Corporation of AmericasupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEquipment financing partnership allowing customers to lease LMR equipment through streamlined application process with quick turnaround time.
• Indra Air TrafficminorOthersIn early 2024, Indra Air Traffic acquired Leonardo's Air Traffic Management business.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Genetec: Genetec provides unified security operations (VMS, access control, ALPR via AutoVu) and competes with Leonardo's Ganimede video analytics and SC2 security management platforms in integrated security command-center deployments for law enforcement and large enterprises.
• Hytera: Hytera is a global LMR/DMR/TETRA vendor competing head-to-head with Leonardo's ECOS-D and ECOS-E base stations in utilities, transportation, and large-enterprise markets. Comparable product portfolio in mission-critical radios, though now subject to NDAA restrictions in US federal markets, which paradoxically benefits Leonardo.
• JVCKENWOOD (EF Johnson / Kenwood): JVCKENWOOD's EF Johnson and Kenwood LMR divisions compete with Leonardo in P25, DMR, and NXDN public safety and enterprise radio markets. Leonardo holds interoperability certificates with Kenwood, indicating tight technical compatibility and parallel go-to-market competition.
• Axis Communications: Axis Communications is a leading manufacturer of network cameras and video surveillance infrastructure used in conjunction with ALPR analytics (including Leonardo ELSAG and competitor systems). Overlaps with Leonardo in physical security and video surveillance system deployments for public safety and large enterprise.
• Motorola Solutions: Motorola Solutions is the dominant North American provider of both public safety LMR (ASTRO systems) and ALPR (Vigilant). Directly competes with Leonardo in federal/state law enforcement and large-enterprise LMR procurements, and is the most credible single-vendor alternative for integrated mission-critical communications plus video analytics.
• Rekor Systems: Rekor Systems is a US-based ALPR and traffic analytics company offering edge-AI license plate recognition software deployed on existing cameras. Competes with Leonardo's ELSAG hardware-centric LPR approach, especially in municipal and parking applications where lower-cost, software-only deployments are attractive.
• Tait Communications: Tait Communications is a global DMR/P25 LMR vendor serving utilities, transportation, and public safety - directly comparable to Leonardo's ECOS-D and ECOS-E base stations in critical-infrastructure communications. Leonardo holds interoperability certifications with Tait, evidencing direct market overlap.

Emerging players

• Flock Safety: Flock Safety has rapidly scaled in US law enforcement with solar-powered, cloud-managed ALPR cameras and a software-led GTM. Overlaps with Leonardo ELSAG in mid-market and small/mid-municipality ALPR procurement, and represents the most aggressive pricing and ease-of-deploy challenger to legacy ALPR incumbents.
• BriefCam: BriefCam provides AI-based video analytics (search, alerting, operational intelligence) deployed alongside VMS systems used by law enforcement and enterprise security. Comparable to Leonardo's Ganimede platform and increasingly integrated into the same bid pipeline as LPR and access control deployments.

Broad incumbents

• Avigilon (Motorola Solutions): Avigilon, owned by Motorola Solutions, provides AI-enabled video surveillance and analytics platforms that overlap with Leonardo's Ganimede video content analysis offering. Together with Motorola's Vigilant ALPR, it represents the most vertically integrated incumbent competitor in Leonardo's law enforcement and security segments.

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A2 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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