What Anschutz does

Anschütz is a privately-held German maritime navigation technology company founded in 1905 and headquartered in Kiel, Germany. With 700+ employees worldwide, the firm designs, manufactures, and services integrated navigation systems, bridge systems, gyrocompasses, autopilots, radar systems, and command & control solutions for commercial shipping operators, shipbuilders, and naval defense customers including the UK Royal Navy, Royal Australian Navy, and Brazilian Navy.

The core platform is the SYNAPSIS Integrated Navigation System, which unifies sensor data and tactical information across multifunctional workstations running ECDIS, WECDIS, Radar, Naval Radar, and Conning applications. The portfolio extends from the Standard 22 NX gyrocompass (25,000+ installations, 0.4° sec Lat. RMS accuracy) and Standard 30 MF (HRG-based, MTBF >100,000 hrs), to the NautoPilot 5000 NX (advertised fuel savings up to 5%) and the Anschütz SST solid-state radar transceivers. Specialized naval offerings include SYNTACS for command & control, MINS 3 inertial navigation, Nav Command Table, and submarine systems. In 2025 the company launched the Anschütz Autonomics range covering autonomous navigation and mission automation demonstrated on unmanned surface vessels.

Revenue is generated through three streams: hardware sales of integrated navigation and bridge systems for newbuild and retrofit installations; recurring software licenses and updates for ECDIS/WECDIS/Radar NX applications supporting regulatory compliance; and 24/7 technical support, spare parts, maintenance contracts, and refit services delivered via a global network of 200+ certified sales and service partners plus wholly-owned subsidiaries in Germany, the United States, China, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Panama. Pricing is custom and not publicly disclosed, reflecting bespoke system configurations for specific vessel classes and naval platforms.

Name

Anschutz

Legal name

Anschütz GmbH

Website

https://anschuetz.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1905

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Anschütz is a German privately-held maritime navigation technology company founded in 1905 that designs and manufactures integrated bridge systems, gyrocompasses, radars, autopilots, and command & control solutions for commercial shipbuilders and naval defense customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Navigation Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Ship Building and Repairing (336611), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Navigation, Communications & Integrated Bridge Systems Engineering (IMAJAGAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Integrated Marine Electrical Systems & Switchboards (IMAJAJAA), Combat & Auxiliary Naval Vessel Systems (IMABAKAA), Electrical, Automation & Control Systems (Power, PLC/SCADA, Navigation/Comms Integration) (TLAHAMAE)

Keywords

• Maritime navigation systems
• Integrated bridge systems
• Gyrocompass technology
• Naval radar systems
• Autopilot steering systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Kiel

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Navigation Hardware Systems: Sale of integrated navigation systems, radar systems, gyrocompasses, autopilots, steering systems, and associated hardware components for newbuild and retrofit installations.
2. Software Licenses and Updates: Software licensing for ECDIS NX, WECDIS NX, Radar NX, Naval Radar NX, and Conning NX applications. Ongoing software updates and upgrades for compliance with evolving maritime regulations.
3. Technical Support and Service: 24/7 technical support, maintenance contracts, repair services, and spare parts supply through global service network.
4. Refit and Modernization: Navigation system refit projects for existing vessels, including installation, commissioning, and integration services.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Anschütz designs, manufactures, and integrates maritime navigation and bridge systems for commercial and naval vessels. Its product portfolio centers on the proprietary SYNAPSIS integrated navigation platform and includes ECDIS/WECDIS chart displays, radar systems, gyrocompasses, autopilots and steering systems, multifunctional workstations, and command and control systems such as SYNTACS. The company also delivers refit, modernization, 24/7 technical support, and spare parts through its global subsidiary and partner network.

Product overview

Anschütz is a German maritime navigation technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of integrated navigation and bridge systems for commercial and naval vessels. The product architecture follows a platform-plus-modules approach centered on the SYNAPSIS Integrated Navigation System, which serves as the core platform integrating multiple sub-products including ECDIS (SYNAPSIS ECDIS NX, ECDIS NX Compact, SYNAPSIS WECDIS NX), radar systems (SYNAPSIS Radar NX, SYNAPSIS Naval Radar NX), gyro compasses (Standard 22 NX, Standard 30 MF), autopilots (NautoPilot 5000 NX, PilotStar NX), steering systems (NautoSteer AS), and specialized naval/submarine systems (SYNTACS, MINS 3, Nav Command Table). The flagship SYNAPSIS NX platform unifies all navigation functions on multifunctional workstations, while specialized variants like SYNTACS provide command and control capabilities for naval operations. Anschütz also offers autonomous navigation technology under the Autonomics brand for unmanned vessel operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Anschütz Autonomics: Autonomous navigation and mission automation technology range featuring SYNAPSIS Autonomics Navigation Suite and SYNTACS Autonomics systems for unmanned surface vessels and autonomous operations
• SYNAPSIS
• NautoPilot
• Standard 22 NX
• Standard 30 MF

Products and services

• SYNAPSIS NX Integrated Navigation System Comprehensive integrated navigation system that unifies radar, ECDIS, conning, and additional navigation applications onto a common platform for safe and compliant operation of commercial vessels.
• SYNAPSIS Naval (Warship Integrated Navigation and Bridge System) Warship Integrated Navigation and Bridge System designed for naval surface combatants, combining navigation, tactical operation, and combat system integration on multifunctional workstations.
• SYNTACS Command and Control System Command and control system for naval vessels that delivers integrated mission management and tactical command capabilities across bridge workstations.
• SYNAPSIS ECDIS NX Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) with modern intuitive interface, advanced route planning, and voyage management features for commercial vessels operating within integrated bridge systems.
• ECDIS NX Compact Cost-effective plug-and-play ECDIS combining a pre-configured ECDIS NX application with a 24-inch multi-touch panel PC, optimized for retrofit projects on existing vessels.
• SYNAPSIS WECDIS NX Warship Electronic Chart Display and Information System (WECDIS) compliant with STANAG 4564 Ed. 3, providing tactical navigation and naval mission capability for surface combatants and submarines.
• SYNAPSIS Radar NX Marine radar application offering clear radar picture, advanced target tracking, intelligent clutter suppression, and high-quality raw radar data processing for safe navigation.
• SYNAPSIS Naval Radar NX Naval radar application providing enhanced tactical capabilities for surface combatants, including helicopter guidance, area intrusion detection, and formation management, type-approved with Terma SCANTER radars.
• NautoScan NX Radar Transceivers High-speed network radar transceivers that distribute radar raw video via Ethernet to unlimited workstations, designed for high-speed craft with redundant gigabit LAN video distribution.
• Anschütz SST Solid-State Radar Transceivers Solid-state marine radar transceivers with low-power RF architecture and fully digital signal generation and processing, available in X-band and S-band variants, eliminating magnetron maintenance.
• Standard 22 NX Gyrocompass Gyrocompass with 0.4° sec Lat. RMS accuracy and proven reliability across more than 25,000 installations, designed for harsh maritime environments with quick settling mode and CAN bus connectivity.
• Standard 30 MF Gyrocompass Maintenance-free gyrocompass based on Hemispherical Resonator Gyro (HRG) technology, providing 0.25° sec Lat. accuracy with MTBF above 100,000 hours and no scheduled maintenance.
• Repeater Compasses Steering, bearing, and digital repeater compasses that provide clear heading indication and rate of turn display at multiple bridge locations on a vessel.
• NautoPilot 5000 NX Advanced autopilot featuring fuel-saving algorithms, course control, track control, and ECDIS compatibility for precision steering, capable of reducing fuel consumption by up to 5%.
• PilotStar NX Heading Control System Heading control system for standard and high-speed craft providing superior steering performance through multiple steering modes and an intuitive 7-inch graphical touch display.
• NautoSteer AS Steering Gear Control System Advanced steering gear control system with modular architecture configurable for commercial and naval requirements, providing high reliability and safety.
• Rudder Angle Indicator System Complete ship-specific rudder angle indicator system with modular design adaptable to classification society and owner requirements.
• SYNAPSIS NX Multifunctional Workstations Multifunctional workstations that run ECDIS, WECDIS, Radar, Naval Radar, and Conning applications simultaneously, providing full access to all navigation functions from any display on the bridge.
• Nav Command Table Naval command and control interface providing integrated navigation and tactical operation capability on warships from a common command table.
• MINS 3 Marine Inertial Navigation System Marine Inertial Navigation System delivering precise positioning and navigation data for naval vessels.
• Anschütz Autonomics (Autonomous Navigation Suite) Autonomous navigation and mission automation technology range consisting of the SYNAPSIS Autonomics Navigation Suite and SYNTACS Autonomics systems, enabling unmanned surface vessels to execute high-speed maneuvers, obstacle avoidance, and target interception under remote command.

Quantifiable outcome

• Fuel savings of up to 5% through NautoPilot 5000 NX adaptive steering
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability2 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TermacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023Technology partnership for integration of Terma SCANTER solid-state surveillance radars with SYNAPSIS Naval Radar NX software. Provides high-end navigation and surveillance performance for naval customers from single display.
• CAPTN (Capturing All PersoNs in Transportation)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023Collaboration since 2023 for autonomous navigation development. Recorded more than 250 autonomous collision-avoidance maneuvers on the Kiel Fjord. Demonstrated unmanned surface vessels executing high-speed maneuvers, obstacle avoidance, and target interception.
• German Naval YardsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint demonstration of autonomous navigation technology with German Naval Yards and German Navy for unmanned surface vessel operations.
• CMN (Construction Mécaniques de Normandie)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration for autonomous navigation technology demonstration on CMN vessels as part of maritime autonomy development.
• SafebridgecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerE-learning partnership for certified ECDIS online training courses. Navigators can take training at any time via internet connection and obtain necessary certificates before going on board.
• Abeking & RasmussencoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerShipbuilder partnership for new multi-purpose vessels equipped with Anschütz systems, enabling fleet standardization across WSV operations.
• Xiamen Shipbuilding IndustrycoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerChinese shipyard partnership for building 41,000 dwt oil and chemical tankers with Anschütz Synapsis Integrated Navigation Systems for German Tanker Shipping.
• HeitecminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPartnership for delivery of integrated navigation and bridge systems for new German Navy training vessels.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• L3Harris Technologies: US defense prime offering integrated bridge and navigation systems for surface combatants and submarines through its maritime business, directly competing with Anschütz for naval INS contracts globally.
• Thales: French defense and naval systems prime whose surface-ship combat management and navigation offerings compete with Anschütz for naval integrated bridge and combat system integration work, particularly in Europe and Asia-Pacific.
• Wärtsilä: Broad marine technology incumbent that, through its Voyage (formerly Transas) business, competes in ECDIS, integrated navigation, and voyage optimization, overlapping with Anschütz's commercial shipping portfolio.
• Leonardo: Italian defense and naval systems integrator supplying integrated bridge systems, combat management, and sensors to NATO and allied navies; competes with Anschütz on European naval INS programs.

Direct peers

• Kongsberg Maritime: Norwegian maritime technology division of Kongsberg Gruppen, the most direct global competitor to Anschütz in integrated bridge systems, navigation, and autonomous vessel technology, serving both commercial and naval customers.
• Japan Radio Co. (JRC): Marine electronics manufacturer supplying ECDIS, radar, gyrocompasses, and GMDSS equipment to commercial shipyards and operators, competing with Anschütz on integrated navigation systems.
• Furuno Electric: Japanese marine electronics specialist offering ECDIS, radar, gyrocompasses, and integrated bridge systems for commercial vessels, directly overlapping with Anschütz's commercial shipping product lines.
• Tokyo Keiki: Japanese specialist in gyrocompasses and marine navigation equipment with significant overlap to Anschütz's gyrocompass and autopilot product lines, especially in Asia-Pacific shipyards.
• Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine: Direct head-to-head competitor in warship integrated navigation and bridge systems (WINBS), gyrocompasses, and radar; supplies many of the same NATO and allied navies as Anschütz.

Regional players

• HENSOLDT: German defense electronics sensor house; while not a direct navigation competitor, it is the closest German-headquartered defense-electronics peer addressing the same naval customer set with adjacent sensor and combat-system capabilities.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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