What Ezurio Ltd. does

Ezurio Ltd. (formerly Laird Connectivity) is a privately held provider of embedded wireless connectivity and compute solutions, headquartered in Akron, Ohio with engineering and manufacturing operations in the United States and additional presence in Bourne End, United Kingdom. The company designs and manufactures wireless modules (Wi-Fi including Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, Bluetooth and Bluetooth LE, LoRaWAN, UWB, cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT), system-on-modules (SMARC and OSM form factors based on NXP i.MX, Texas Instruments AM62/AM67, MediaTek Genio, and Microchip SAMA5), single-board computers (including rugged Gateworks SBCs serving defense, aerospace, railway, smart energy, and industrial automation), and internal antennas. Ezurio complements its hardware with two proprietary software platforms: the Canvas Software Suite for Python-based rapid embedded development and the Summit Suite security platform offering Chain of Trust, Vulnerability Monitoring, and FIPS 140-2/140-3 certified cryptographic modules.

The company's core technology is differentiated by in-house RF and antenna design, pre-certified modules reducing regulatory certification cycles for OEMs, long product lifecycle commitments (10–15+ years), and FIPS/AS9100D/ISO 9001 certifications that gate access to medical, defense, and government markets. Recent product launches include the Nitrogen95 Connected SOM (NXP i.MX 95 with 2 TOPS NPU), Carbon AM62 OSM-MF SOM (Texas Instruments AM623/AM625), and the Tungsten HMI co-developed with MediaTek.

Ezurio generates revenue primarily through hardware product sales via a global channel partner network (Arrow Electronics, DigiKey, Mouser Electronics, RS Components, Future Electronics, Braemac, Farnell) complemented by direct enterprise field sales for custom SBC development and engineering services. Software revenue streams include licensing of the Summit Suite security platform and the Canvas Software Suite. The company serves medical/healthcare, industrial automation, defense/aerospace, and commercial IoT (building automation, smart cities, gaming) segments, with named enterprise customers including Nova Biomedical, Yaskawa Solectria Solar, Danfoss, Applied Information, and LineMetrics. Ezurio is privately held, operates 101–250 employees, and is pursuing an active M&A strategy under recently appointed CFO Isaac Lund (June 2026).

Name

Ezurio Ltd.

Legal name

Ezurio LLC

Website

https://ezurio.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Ezurio Ltd. (formerly Laird Connectivity) provides pre-certified embedded wireless modules (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN, UWB, cellular), system-on-modules, and single-board computers with proprietary Canvas and Summit Suite software, serving medical, industrial, defense, and commercial IoT OEMs globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Embedded Wireless Connectivity

NAICS

Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429), Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334290)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Wireless Interface Adapters (Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth/Cellular Modems) (HDAFAEAJ)

Keywords

• Embedded wireless modules
• System-on-modules
• Industrial IoT connectivity
• Bluetooth Wi-Fi solutions
• Internal antenna products

Headquarters

HQ city

Bourne End

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of embedded wireless modules (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN, UWB, Cellular), system-on-modules (SOMs), single-board computers (SBCs), internal antennas, and IoT devices (gateways, sensors). Revenue generated from one-time product sales with volume-based pricing.
2. Security Software Services: Summit Suite security software services including Chain of Trust, Vulnerability Monitoring, and FIPS Cryptographic Modules. Revenue generated through software licensing and certification services bundled with hardware or sold separately.
3. Software Development Platform: Canvas Software Suite providing Python-based embedded development tools, sample applications, and development workflow tools. Revenue potential through software services and tool licensing.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Ezurio Ltd. (formerly Laird Connectivity) designs, manufactures, and sells embedded wireless modules, system-on-modules (SOMs), single-board computers (SBCs), gateways, sensors, and internal antennas supporting Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LoRaWAN, and cellular connectivity. The company complements its hardware portfolio with proprietary software platforms (Canvas Software Suite, Summit Suite security), pre-certified radio modules, and engineering services tailored for medical, industrial, defense, and commercial IoT device manufacturers.

Product overview

Ezurio (formerly Laird Connectivity) provides a comprehensive portfolio of wireless connectivity and embedded compute solutions organized into three main categories: Connectivity products (Wi-Fi modules, Bluetooth modules, LoRaWAN, UWB, cellular solutions, and internal antennas), Compute products (System-on-Modules based on NXP i.MX, TI AM62/AM67, MediaTek Genio, and Microchip SAMA5 processors in SMARC and OSM form factors; Single Board Computers including acquired Gateworks rugged SBCs), and Software (Canvas Software Suite for Python-based rapid embedded development, Summit Suite security platform with Chain of Trust, Vulnerability Monitoring, and FIPS Cryptographic modules). The company serves medical, industrial, defense, and commercial IoT markets with pre-certified wireless modules, long-lifecycle product support, and engineering services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Canvas Software Suite

Quantifiable outcome

• 9-12 month acceleration of IoT development timelines using SOM-based approach
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability3 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Gateworks CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026Ezurio acquired Gateworks Corporation in June 2026, adding rugged industrial single board computer manufacturing capabilities for mission-critical markets including defense, aerospace, railway, smart energy, and industrial automation. Gateworks operates U.S.-based manufacturing with AS9100D and ISO 9001 certifications.
• Nordic SemiconductorcoreTechnology or Integration · 9 March 2026Nordic Semiconductor collaborated with Ezurio and other partners for Bluetooth Channel Sounding demonstration using nRF54H20 platform. Nordic provides processor platforms powering Ezurio's Aurawave AW100 series modules (nRF5340) and Pinnacle 100 cellular modem (nRF52840).
• Texas InstrumentscoreTechnology or Integration · 10 February 2026Texas Instruments provides AM623 and AM625 processor families and CC3351 wireless connectivity chips powering Ezurio's Carbon AM62 OSM-MF SOM platform with advanced graphics and Wi-Fi 6/Bluetooth LE integration.
• MediaTekcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 January 2026Ezurio partnered with MediaTek to develop the Tungsten HMI, a ready-to-deploy touchscreen interface panel for industrial food and beverage equipment. Built on MediaTek Genio 510 platform integrating compute, connectivity, display, and enclosure into a production-ready platform.
• Infineon Technologies AGcoreTechnology or Integration · 8 January 2026Infineon partnered with Ezurio and other module makers (Azurewave, Murata, Quectel) for easy-to-integrate module development using Infineon's AIROC ACW741x Wi-Fi 7 IoT 20MHz tri-radio device integrating Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth LE 6.0, and IEEE 802.15.4 Thread with Matter ecosystem support.
• Azurewave TechnologiesminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 8 January 2026Azurewave partnered with Infineon and Ezurio as a module manufacturer for easy-to-integrate Wi-Fi 7 IoT module development using Infineon's AIROC ACW741x tri-radio device.
• Murata ManufacturingminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 8 January 2026Murata partnered with Infineon and Ezurio as a module manufacturer for Wi-Fi 7 IoT modules using Infineon's AIROC ACW741x tri-radio device for battery-operated applications.
• Quectel Wireless SolutionsminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing Partner · 8 January 2026Quectel partnered with Infineon and Ezurio as a module manufacturer for Wi-Fi 7 IoT modules using Infineon's AIROC ACW741x tri-radio device targeting security cameras, door locks, and thermostats.
• NXP SemiconductorscoreTechnology or Integration · 8 December 2025NXP provides i.MX 95, i.MX 93, i.MX 8, and i.MX 6 processor families powering Ezurio's Nitrogen SOM portfolio. Strategic collaboration includes SMARC 2.2 standard compliance and edge AI capabilities with integrated Neural Processing Units.
• Cloud2GNDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 August 2025Joint development and launch of Aurawave AW100 series modules supporting Auracast and Bluetooth LE Audio. Cloud2GND provides audio framework while Ezurio contributes BL5340PA modules powered by Nordic Semiconductor nRF5340 SoC, featuring extended range up to 250m and integrated AKM audio codec.
• Boundary Devices (Acquisition)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Ezurio acquired Boundary Devices (renamed to Ezurio, formerly Boundary Devices) in 2022, combining Boundary's SOM and SBC expertise with Ezurio's wireless module capabilities. All products designed and manufactured in the USA with tighter control, security, and product longevity.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Quectel Wireless Solutions: Largest global cellular and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth IoT module maker, headquartered in Shanghai. Direct competitor across the entire Ezurio module portfolio (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular, GNSS), with much higher unit volumes and a price-led commercial IoT GTM.
• Murata Manufacturing: Japanese electronics giant with a major wireless module business (Type 1MW, LBEE series) for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth. Direct competitor in pre-certified modules and partner with Infineon on AIROC-based modules alongside Ezurio.
• u-blox: Swiss-based provider of positioning and wireless connectivity modules and chips for automotive, industrial, and consumer IoT. Closely comparable in target verticals (industrial, automotive) and product mix (cellular, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, GNSS modules).
• Telit Cinterion (Thales): Now part of Thales, Telit Cinterion is a major cellular IoT module and connectivity platform provider. Direct peer in cellular modules (LTE-M, NB-IoT) and increasingly in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth modules serving industrial and medical OEMs.
• Digi International: U.S.-based provider of IoT connectivity products including cellular routers, embedded modules (XBee), and edge compute (Digi ConnectCore SOMs). Directly comparable in embedded SOMs (NXP i.MX), cellular modules, and industrial/medical vertical focus.
• Silex Technology: Japanese wireless module and connectivity specialist (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, LoRa). Closely comparable product portfolio and target customer base in industrial/medical embedded connectivity, with a similar module-maker rather than chipmaker positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Advantech: Taiwanese industrial computing incumbent offering a broad portfolio including SOMs, single-board computers, and embedded wireless modules. Competes directly with Ezurio's SOM/SBC line (NXP and TI-based) in industrial IoT and medical segments.
• Nordic Semiconductor: Fabless semiconductor vendor whose nRF52/53/54 BLE/Thread/Matter SoCs power Ezurio's Bluetooth modules (Aurawave AW100, BL654, BL5340PA) and cellular modems (Pinnacle 100). Strategic silicon partner today but an inherent disintermediation risk as Nordic expands its own module and developer platform initiatives.
• Infineon Technologies: German semiconductor giant whose AIROC Wi-Fi/Bluetooth SoCs power Ezurio's Sona family modules and Wi-Fi 7 reference designs. Strategic partner for the next product cycle but also a potential competitor as Infineon works with multiple module makers (Quectel, Murata, Azurewave, Ezurio) simultaneously and expands its own module programs.

Emerging players

• Particle: U.S.-based IoT platform company offering cellular and Wi-Fi modules (Photon, Boron, M-Series) with a managed connectivity and developer cloud. Comparable on wireless modules and developer-facing software, though more focused on SMB/commercial IoT than Ezurio's medical/industrial mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ezurio_llc
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@Ezurio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ezurio-llc

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A1 record

Investments

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