GPI KOREA

What GPI KOREA does

GPI KOREA is a privately-held South Korean designer, developer, and supplier of specialized video security equipment founded in 2010 and headquartered in Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, with a direct sales office in Chino Hills, California. The company focuses on law enforcement, first responder, parking enforcement, commercial fleet, and mining/industrial buyers, offering a vertically-integrated product portfolio that spans mobile and fixed License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras built around proprietary global-shutter CMOS sensors, in-car video systems for police vehicles (front zoom, front-facing, and rear cabin cameras with wireless microphones), IP-rated outdoor mobile cameras for harsh-environment vehicles, and an AI Bridge edge computing device based on NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano.

Core technology centers on image capture under demanding conditions: global-shutter CMOS sensors (up to 3.19MP) eliminate motion distortion for high-speed plate capture; IP68-rated, nitrogen-filled enclosures enable operation in extreme weather; motorized varifocal lenses, PoE/PoE+ single-wire connectivity, H.265/H.264/MJPEG multi-codec compression, and ONVIF Profile S/T compliance support flexible deployment and third-party integration; a built-in 1.2 TOPS NPU enables on-device detection of vehicles, humans, faces, parking events, motorcycles, and bicycles, with an AI Open SDK for custom models.

GPI KOREA monetizes almost entirely through direct B2B hardware sales via its Korea and US offices, supplemented by OEM/ODM custom design and manufacturing services. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and customer engagement is routed through inquiry and contact forms rather than e-commerce. All revenue is hardware-driven across six product categories (LPR cameras, in-car video systems, outdoor mobile cameras, AI edge computing, accessories, and OEM/ODM), with no disclosed recurring software or subscription component.

Name

GPI KOREA

Legal name

GPI KOREA

Website

https://gpikorea.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Short description

GPI KOREA is a privately-held South Korean designer and supplier of specialized video security equipment, including global-shutter LPR cameras, in-car police video systems, ruggedized outdoor mobile cameras, and an NVIDIA Jetson-based edge AI device, sold directly to law enforcement, parking, fleet, and industrial buyers in Korea and the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Video Surveillance Equipment

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310), Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829)

akta.pro primary industry

Video Analytics & AI Security Solutions Integration (LPR, Facial, Behavior) (BPAKAGAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Video Surveillance & Security Analytics (HDAAAEAE), AI/Analytics Video Surveillance (Detection, LPR, People Counting) (HSAHACAF), Video Telematics & AI Dashcams (TLAEANAA)

Keywords

• License plate recognition
• In-car video systems
• Video surveillance cameras
• Edge AI computing
• Mobile LPR cameras

Headquarters

HQ city

Ilsandong

HQ country

South Korea

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales - LPR Cameras: Sale of License Plate Recognition cameras including mobile, fixed, motorized lens, single lens, and dual lens variants for law enforcement, parking, and security applications.
2. Hardware Sales - In-Car Video Systems: Sale of in-car video cameras and systems for police vehicles including front zoom cameras, rear cabin cameras, and integrated video recording systems.
3. Hardware Sales - Outdoor Mobile Cameras: Sale of IP outdoor cameras (2MP, 5MP, 4K) designed for harsh environments on special vehicles, heavy equipment, and commercial fleet applications.
4. Hardware Sales - AI Edge Computing: Sale of AI Bridge edge computing devices based on NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano platform for ITS, smart factories, image analysis, and AI development.
5. Hardware Sales - Accessories: Sale of accessories including 900MHz wireless microphones, mounting brackets, cables, and other peripheral equipment.
6. OEM/ODM Services: Custom design and manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers and original design manufacturers seeking customized video security solutions.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

GPI KOREA develops and manufactures specialized video security equipment for law enforcement, first responder, parking enforcement, and commercial fleet customers. Its core offerings include License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras (mobile, fixed, motorized, single-lens and dual-lens variants), in-car video systems for police vehicles (front zoom, front-facing, and rear cabin cameras plus 900MHz wireless microphones), ruggedized outdoor mobile cameras, and the AI Bridge edge AI computing device built on the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano platform. The company also provides OEM/ODM custom design and manufacturing services for partners requiring tailored video security hardware.

Product overview

GPI KOREA supplies high-tech video technologies for the digital security market, specializing in LPR (License Plate Recognition) cameras, in-car video systems, outdoor mobile cameras, and edge AI computing devices. The core product portfolio centers on specialized cameras for law enforcement, first responders, and special vehicles. Mobile LPR Cameras include IP Single Lens, IP Dual Lens, and Motorized Lens variants with global shutter technology for distortion-free capture of moving vehicles. Fixed LPR Cameras provide stationary license plate recognition for parking enforcement and toll systems. In-Car Video Cameras (Zoom, Front, Rear Cabin) are designed for police vehicles. Outdoor Mobile Cameras (2MP, 5MP, 4K) capture blind spots on heavy equipment and special vehicles. AI Bridge (GAB-100) with NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano enables edge AI inference for intelligent transport systems, smart factories, and video analysis applications. The 900MHz Wireless Microphone provides audio capture for police in-car systems. All cameras support IP-based connectivity, OnVIF protocol, and ruggedized IP68/Nitrogen-filled enclosures for harsh environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Motorized Lens LPR Camera (3MP Global Shutter, 5mm-50mm) Outdoor IR All-in-one Motorized License Plate Recognition camera with a 3MP Global Shutter CMOS sensor and 5mm-50mm motorized auto-focus lens, delivering 60fps at 3MP with H.265/H.264/MJPEG compression. Features built-in 1.2 TOPS NPU for AI processing, IP68-rated and nitrogen-filled enclosure for harsh outdoor environments. Designed for law enforcement, parking enforcement, and security applications requiring distortion-free high-speed plate capture at variable distances.
• Motorized Lens LPR Camera (3MP Global Shutter, 2.7mm-13.5mm) Compact outdoor IR All-in-one Motorized LPR camera with a 3MP Global Shutter CMOS sensor and 2.7mm-13.5mm motorized auto-focus lens. Supports simultaneous H.265/H.264/MJPEG compression, IP68-rated housing for harsh-environment deployment. Targets law enforcement, parking, and security use cases requiring adjustable focal distance and distortion-free plate capture.
• IP Single Lens LPR Camera (3MP Global Shutter, Wide Angle) IP-based single-lens LPR camera with a 3MP Global Shutter sensor for distortion-free high-speed plate capture. Available in 4mm, 6mm, and 8mm lens options for wide-angle coverage. Supports PoE interface, IP68-rated and nitrogen-filled enclosure. Designed for mobile law enforcement and parking enforcement deployments.
• IP Single Lens LPR Camera (2MP Rolling Shutter) 2MP Rolling Shutter LPR camera built on a Sony CMOS sensor, supporting 60fps at 1080p. Includes a built-in 1.2 TOPS NPU for vehicle, human, and parking detection. IP68-rated with PoE interface. Targets cost-sensitive mobile LPR deployments where global shutter is not required.
• IP Dual Lens LPR Camera (3MP Global Shutter + 2MP Rolling Shutter) Dual-lens LPR camera combining a 3.19MP Global Shutter sensor for license plate capture with a 2MP Rolling Shutter sensor for contextual overview. Includes 8 power IR LEDs, triple-stream compression, and PoE+ interface. Enables simultaneous plate capture and scene overview for law enforcement and parking enforcement.
• Motorized Lens LPR Camera (3.19MP Global Shutter, 12-40mm) Outdoor IR All-in-one Motorized LPR camera with a 3.19MP Global Shutter CMOS sensor and 12-40mm motorized auto-focus lens. Features 16 strobe-driven power LEDs, IP68-rated and nitrogen-filled enclosure. Designed for long-distance plate capture in law enforcement and parking enforcement.
• IP Single Lens LPR Camera (3MP Global Shutter, Compact)

Quantifiable outcome

• 60fps@3MP video capture for smooth high-resolution imaging
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability5 records

Feature8 records

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Dahua Technology: Major Chinese-origin global video surveillance manufacturer with a deep LPR and AI-camera portfolio. Comparable to GPI Korea on product category and customer overlap (law enforcement, parking, commercial), though Dahua operates at much greater scale.
• Bosch Security and Safety Systems: Major German diversified security/surveillance manufacturer with built-in video analytics and LPR capabilities. Comparable to GPI Korea as an incumbent in IP video surveillance with AI analytics, but with a much broader portfolio and global footprint.
• Motorola Solutions (Vigilant Solutions): Largest US law-enforcement technology provider; acquired Vigilant Solutions for LPR. Broad incumbent in the same end-market as GPI Korea, with a much larger software/radio/services portfolio but overlapping LPR-for-policing capability.
• Hikvision: World's largest video surveillance equipment manufacturer with extensive LPR and AI analytics portfolio. Comparable to GPI Korea on product category (IP cameras, LPR, video analytics) but at vastly greater scale and broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• Axis Communications: Sweden-based global leader in network video and LPR cameras with strong presence in law-enforcement and transportation segments. Comparable to GPI Korea on product (network/IP cameras, LPR), customer base (government, transit, parking), and standards-based integration model (ONVIF).
• IDEMIA: Global leader in identity and LPR/ANPR technology with strong deployments in law enforcement, parking, and tolling. Comparable to GPI Korea on core ANPR technology and on the same end-customer verticals.
• Hanwha Vision (formerly Hanwha Techwin): South Korea-headquartered network camera and video surveillance manufacturer with a broad LPR/surveillance portfolio. Directly comparable to GPI Korea as a Korean competitor offering LPR cameras, network video, and AI analytics for law-enforcement and commercial security buyers.
• Rekor Systems: US-based AI-driven vehicle recognition and LPR company offering both software analytics and edge cameras for law enforcement, parking, and smart-city applications. Closely comparable to GPI Korea on AI-LPR technology and target customers.
• Genetec (AutoVu): Canadian security software vendor whose AutoVu product line is one of the most widely deployed LPR platforms for law enforcement and parking enforcement in North America. Comparable to GPI Korea as an LPR-focused vendor targeting identical end-customers (police, parking authorities).
• Leonardo (ELSAG North America): Italian defense group's ELSAG division specializes in fixed and mobile LPR systems for law enforcement and parking enforcement in North America. Directly comparable to GPI Korea on LPR-for-policing product and customer base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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