OHB Austria

What OHB Austria does

OHB Austria GmbH is an Austrian GNSS technology company headquartered in Graz that develops, sells, and supports two product families plus professional services for safety- and mission-critical positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) applications. Its GIDAS family (Stationary, Portable, Rackmount, Embedded) provides real-time GNSS interference detection, classification, and source localization for jamming and spoofing, with claimed sub-6-second alerting and >99% detection probability against ICAO interference thresholds. Its XPLORA family (Core software, One, Pro, Trace, plus NavTD M23 navigation warfare tester) generates, simulates, and records/replays GNSS signals for receiver testing, hardware-in-the-loop, and military resilience evaluation. The company also offers 25+ year GNSS consulting services.

Revenue is generated from hardware sales (GIDAS units and XPLORA hardware bundles), one-time software licenses (XPLORA Core), and professional services, with quote-based pricing and a free 7-day XPLORA Core trial as the only disclosed acquisition offer. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales for large government contracts (exemplified by the ROMATSA Romania 17-airport deployment) with a global partner network of 20+ resellers across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, supplemented by OHB Group channels. Customers span aviation, military/defense, maritime, automotive, time/synchronization, heavy equipment, and R&D sectors, including ROMATSA, Austrocontrol, Daimler Truck, Hyundai, AVL, Toll Collect, and Austrian universities.

The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of OHB SE (Germany's first listed space and technology company, joined 2019) and was rebranded from OHB Digital Solutions GmbH to OHB Austria GmbH in October 2024 to align with OHB's Space Systems segment. It is ISO 9001:2015 certified, holds a management team led by CEO Bernhard Czar (since November 2021) and CTO Sascha Bartl (since September 2021), and participates in funded R&D across ESA, FFG, and Horizon 2020 programs.

Name

OHB Austria

Legal name

OHB Austria GmbH

Website

https://ohb-austria.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

OHB Austria GmbH is a Graz-based GNSS technology firm that sells the GIDAS interference-detection and XPLORA signal-simulation product families plus consulting services, serving aviation, defense, maritime, automotive, and critical-infrastructure customers as a subsidiary of OHB SE.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

GNSS Quality Assurance & Signal Simulation

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

GNSS/GPS Navigation & Augmentation Systems (IMABAFAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Satellite, GNSS & Positioning RF ICs (HDAHAMAJ)

Keywords

• GNSS interference detection
• GNSS signal simulation
• GNSS quality assurance
• Navigation warfare testing
• PNT security solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Graz

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. GNSS Monitoring Hardware (GIDAS): Sale of GIDAS product family including Stationary, Portable, Rackmount, and Embedded solutions for continuous GNSS interference detection, classification, and localization in critical infrastructure applications.
2. GNSS Signal Simulation Hardware & Software (XPLORA): Sale of XPLORA product family including Core software, One, Pro, and Trace solutions for GNSS signal simulation, testing, and record & replay capabilities.
3. Consulting Services: Expert consulting services leveraging 25+ years of GNSS expertise for organizations requiring specialized knowledge in positioning, navigation, timing, and GNSS security.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OHB Austria designs and sells two integrated GNSS product families: the GIDAS family for real-time interference detection and analysis (jamming and spoofing), available in stationary, portable, rackmount and embedded form factors; and the XPLORA family for GNSS signal simulation and testing (Core software, One, Pro real-time simulator, Trace record & replay). The company also offers expert GNSS consulting services drawing on 25+ years of ESA-funded research experience.

Product overview

OHB Austria offers two integrated product families for GNSS technology: GIDAS (GNSS Interference Detection & Analysis System) for quality assurance monitoring, and XPLORA for GNSS signal simulation and testing. The GIDAS family includes Stationary (24/7 infrastructure monitoring), Portable (mobile monitoring), Rackmount (19-inch rack format), and Embedded (software integration for customer products). The XPLORA family includes Core (simulation software), One (cost-optimized simulator), Pro (real-time high-end simulator), Trace (record & replay solution), and NavTD M23 (navigation warfare testing). Both product lines share the common goal of ensuring GNSS signal reliability, detecting interference (jamming/spoofing), and enabling precise testing of GNSS-dependent systems. The company also provides consulting services leveraging 25+ years of GNSS expertise.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• GIDAS Stationary 24/7 permanent-installation GNSS monitoring solution for safety-critical infrastructure such as airports and ports. Provides real-time GNSS interference detection (jamming and spoofing), alerts and localization, with a live view of on-site GNSS health before navigation systems are affected.
• GIDAS Portable Stand-alone, portable GNSS monitoring solution for temporary installation or fully portable use. Detects and classifies a wide range of jamming and spoofing signals and can operate as a portable sensor within a static GIDAS Stationary installation.
• GIDAS Rackmount 19-inch rack-mount GNSS monitoring solution providing real-time 24/7 GNSS interference detection, alerts, and comprehensive data analysis in a compact, rack-ready format. Designed for environments where rack-mounted solutions are essential, including server rooms, control centers and vehicle-based racks. Monitors up to three frequency bands with near real-time processing turnaround under 6 seconds and includes angle of arrival estimation and localization.
• GIDAS Embedded Software package that integrates GIDAS GNSS quality assurance intelligence directly into existing customer products. Includes a C++ library of GIDAS algorithms, support for selected microcontrollers, and analytics software for post-processing digital I/Q signals in R&D and product development.
• XPLORA Core GNSS simulation software for novices and experts covering testing, research and satellite constellation simulation needs. Generates all public GNSS signals and frequencies, with direct real-time RF signal playback or digital IF baseband signal generation, and configurable parameters including satellite orbits, navigation messages and interference scenarios.
• XPLORA One Cost-optimized GNSS signal generator combining XPLORA Core with Ettus USRP GNSS signal generator hardware. Designed to connect to any PC or laptop for general-purpose in-lab test purposes, available with 1 or 2 RF outputs and requiring no additional GPU or processor.
• XPLORA Pro Real-time GNSS simulator consisting of a high-quality signal generator hardware platform combined with XPLORA Core. Supports hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) scenarios with a real-time input interface, using IZT S1000 GNSS firmware with extremely low latency for demanding automotive and other high-end applications.
• XPLORA Trace GNSS Record & Replay solution that captures real-world GNSS signals with the actual imperfections inherent to specific locations and times. Operates on COTS laptops, desktop PCs or servers combined with SDR hardware, enabling controlled recording and straightforward testing evaluations.
• NavTD M23 Navigation warfare testing device that generates and transmits jamming and spoofing signals for assessing the vulnerabilities of military GNSS equipment and the performance of countermeasures in a protected environment.
• GNSS Consulting Services Expert GNSS consulting services covering GNSS quality assurance and signal simulation, delivered as turnkey solutions for organizations requiring specialized knowledge in positioning, navigation, timing and GNSS security.

Quantifiable outcome

• Detection turnaround time (TTA) < 6 seconds for real-time interference alerting
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

19 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• ROMATSA (Romanian Air Traffic Services Administration)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 October 2024OHB Austria was awarded a contract by ROMATSA to deliver a nationwide GNSS monitoring and interference detection system for 17 airports across Romania. The project follows EU guidelines for Performance-Based Navigation (PBN) and will be deployed in three phases over 36 months with a centralized Nationwide Airport Monitoring interface.
• European Space Agency (ESA)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing partnership with ESA for research and development projects. ESA has funded multiple projects including NAVISP programs, EXPRO+ initiatives, and various GNSS technology development programs. OHB Austria is an active participant in ESA technology development and validation activities.
• Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFG serves as the national funding agency for OHB Austria's research projects including KIRAS (security research), FORTE (defense research), and ASAP programs. Multiple completed and ongoing projects have been funded through FFG initiatives.
• AVLcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with AVL, a leading automotive powertrain development and testing company, for GNSS-related testing applications in automotive development.
• AustrocontrolcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Austrocontrol, the Austrian air traffic control authority, for aviation-related GNSS monitoring and safety applications.
• Daimler TruckcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Daimler Truck for GNSS applications in commercial vehicle development and testing, including the TransSec truck security project.
• Fraunhofer InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch partnership with Fraunhofer Institute for applied research in GNSS and positioning technologies.
• Graz University of Technology (TUGraz)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing research partnership with Graz University of Technology's Institute of Geodesy and Institute of Navigation for GNSS research, algorithm development, and workforce development. Multiple joint projects including FaGO, NIKE BLUETRACK, and SoftGNSS.
• Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with TU Wien's Department of Geodesy and Geoinformation for research collaboration on GNSS technologies and applications.
• Montan University LeobencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Montan University Leoben's Chair of Subsurface Engineering for NIKE program research on underground positioning and navigation.
• Bundesheer (Austrian Federal Armed Forces)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with the Austrian Federal Ministry of Defence for defense-related GNSS applications, navigation warfare research, and military positioning systems through NIKE program initiatives.
• Wavecrest K.K.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution agreement signed in December 2023 with Wavecrest K.K., a Japanese provider of cutting-edge measuring instruments, to distribute OHB Austria's GNSS solutions in the Japanese market.
• Navigation Solutions Europe BVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Belgium and Netherlands markets, organizing customer events and representing OHB Austria at industry conferences.
• Lange Electronic GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for GIDAS products in Germany, representing OHB Austria at events such as the Homecoming Homeport in Hamburg.
• YOTAVIS AGcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistribution partner for Switzerland, organizing GNSS Techtime meetings and customer engagement events.
• AustrospacecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of Austrospace, the Association of Austrian space industries and research institutions, providing networking and representation within the Austrian space sector.
• GSV (Austrian Association for Transport and Infrastructure)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of GSV, the Austrian Association for Transport and Infrastructure, for networking and industry representation in transportation applications.
• OVN (Austrian Institute of Navigation)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMember of OVN, the Austrian Institute of Navigation, for professional networking and industry collaboration in navigation technologies.
• OHB Group / OHB SEflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOHB Austria (formerly OHB Digital Solutions GmbH) became part of the OHB Group in 2019. OHB SE is Germany's first listed space and technology company, established in 1981. This parent company relationship provides access to broader resources, market reach, and the OHB Group's established customer relationships in the space industry.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Spirent Communications: Global leader in GNSS and PNT testing equipment, with simulators and interference/jamming test solutions directly overlapping OHB Austria's XPLORA simulation portfolio and addressing similar aerospace, defense and automotive customers.
• IFEN GmbH: European GNSS specialist offering multi-frequency GNSS simulators (NavX-NCS) and receiver test solutions, directly comparable to OHB Austria's XPLORA family and serving the same aerospace, automotive and research customers.
• Rohde & Schwarz: Provides GNSS signal generators, interference simulation and monitoring systems used by aerospace, defense and regulatory customers, competing head-to-head with XPLORA and GIDAS in RF test and interference detection.

Emerging players

• u-blox: Swiss-based GNSS chip and module vendor serving automotive, industrial and consumer markets; competes with OHB Austria at the automotive and drone receiver level and adjacent to GIDAS Embedded integration use cases.
• CAST Navigation: Specialist in GNSS interference detection and geolocation for critical infrastructure and defense customers, directly comparable to OHB Austria's GIDAS Stationary/Portable product line.
• Septentrio: High-precision GNSS receiver maker with built-in anti-jamming/anti-spoofing (AIM+) technology; competes with OHB Austria's interference detection capability by embedding it directly in receivers for similar end markets.

Broad incumbents

• Saab: Defense and aerospace prime with electronic warfare, navigation warfare and situational awareness offerings that overlap OHB Austria's NavTD M23 navigation warfare testing and GIDAS defense monitoring positioning.
• Thales Group: Provides GNSS-dependent solutions across civil aviation, defense and critical infrastructure (e.g., air traffic management, sovereign PNT) and is a likely rival on large ANSP tenders such as the ROMATSA-style deployments OHB Austria targets.
• Hexagon | NovAtel: Major GNSS positioning OEM offering receivers, antennas and interference mitigation (GAJT anti-jam) for aviation, defense, maritime and automotive — overlapping GIDAS Stationary/Embedded use cases from a much broader portfolio.

Others

• Frequentis: Austrian air traffic management and defense communications vendor that is already an OHB Austria integration partner; competes for the same ANSP budgets and represents both a partner and adjacent incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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