Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH

What Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH does

Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Sulzberg, Bavaria, designs and manufactures Underwater Locator Beacons (ULB) and Low Frequency Underwater Locating Devices (LF-ULD) for the maritime and aviation safety markets. Its maritime product line includes the PT9 Ninety (90-day, 37.5 kHz ULB) and PT9 C-Proof (30-day ULB), along with replacement batteries and the ULYSER Maritime diagnostic tester. The aviation portfolio comprises the GREEN90 (lithium-free alkaline ULB), BLUE90 (lithium metal ULB), SID88 (8.8 kHz LF-ULD with 3-5x detection range of standard ULBs), and the ULYSER Aviation tester. Products rely on acoustic signal transmission compliant with IEC61996-1, SAE AS8045/A, AS6254A, ETSO-C121b/C142a/C200a, and ICAO Annex 6 mandates, and incorporate a patented intelligent water-immersion activation mechanism.

The company has equipped more than 60,000 ships worldwide and serves as OEM supplier to the two largest aircraft manufacturers, supplying the GREEN90 as recorder beacon and the SID88 as LF-ULD. Aviation OEM relationships are supported by EASA Part 21G production approval, EASA Part 145 maintenance approval, EASA ADOA, FAA 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station certification, UK CAA Part 145 approval, and EN9100 quality certification. Revenue is generated through direct hardware sales, a global distributor network covering Australia, Brazil, China, Singapore, Cyprus, Great Britain, Greece, Netherlands, and Turkey, plus recurring maintenance, battery replacement, and warranty-extension services performed at the Sulzberg facility. The company is privately held with three managing directors and no disclosed external funding, operating with a notably small headcount of 5 employees and a specialty-manufacturer model.

Name

Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH

Legal name

Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH

Website

https://novega.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH is a German specialty manufacturer of Underwater Locator Beacons and Low Frequency Underwater Locating Devices for maritime and aviation safety, serving as OEM to the two largest aircraft manufacturers and equipping over 60,000 ships worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Maritime Safety Equipment / Underwater Locator Beacons

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Sonar, Undersea Sensors & Acoustic Detection Systems (IMABAGAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Marine Navigation Systems (ECDIS, Radar, GNSS, AIS) (IMAJAJAE), Life-Saving Appliances & Safety Equipment (Davit Systems, Lifeboats, Firefighting) (IMAJAIAG)

Keywords

• Underwater locator beacons
• Maritime safety equipment
• Aviation flight recorders
• Low frequency locating devices
• Acoustic underwater signaling

Headquarters

HQ city

Sulzberg (See)

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Underwater Locator Beacon Hardware Sales: NOVEGA generates primary revenue from manufacturing and selling ULBs and LF-ULDs including PT9 NINETY, PT9 C-PROOF, GREEN90, BLUE90, and SID88 products. Products are sold directly and through distributors globally.
2. Maintenance and Battery Replacement Services: The company provides battery replacement services, inspection, functional testing, and repair services at their facility in Sulzberg. Services include warranty extensions when performed at NOVEGA facility.
3. ULYSER Test Equipment Sales: Sale of ULYSER tester and analyzer devices for testing underwater locator beacons. The ULYSER is compatible with all NOVEGA and market ULB/LF-ULD products.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Novega Produktionssysteme GmbH manufactures and sells Underwater Locator Beacons (ULB) and Low Frequency Underwater Locating Devices (LF-ULD) used in maritime and aviation industries for locating ship and aircraft black boxes after accidents. The maritime product line includes the PT9 Ninety (90-day) and PT9 C-Proof (30-day) beacons, while the aviation line features the GREEN90 (lithium-free), BLUE90 (lithium-metal), and SID88 (low-frequency) devices, complemented by ULYSER test equipment and battery replacement/maintenance services.

Product overview

NOVEGA Produktionssysteme GmbH is a world market and technology leader for Underwater Locator Beacons (ULB) and Low Frequency Underwater Locating Devices (LF-ULD), serving both maritime and aviation sectors. The product portfolio comprises two main product areas: Maritime (PT9 Ninety, PT9 C-Proof, and related maintenance tools/services) and Aviation (GREEN90, SID88, BLUE90, and ULYSER testers). The PT9 series represents the flagship maritime ULB products with 30-90 day transmission capabilities, while the aviation line includes the innovative lithium-free GREEN90, the low-frequency SID88, and the BLUE90 lithium alternative. ULYSER testers serve as complementary analysis tools for both product lines. The company also offers comprehensive maintenance services including inspection, battery replacement, and functional testing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PT9 NINETY: World's most widely-used 90-day underwater locator beacon for maritime applications.
• PT9 C-PROOF
• GREEN90
• BLUE90
• SID88
• ULYSER

Products and services

• PT9 Ninety The world's most widely-used 90-day Underwater Locator Beacon (ULB) for maritime applications. Designed for installation on protective data capsules attached to voyage data recorder systems, transmitting at 37.5 kHz for a minimum of 90 days when activated by water immersion. Targets shipping companies and maritime vessel operators requiring compliance with IEC61996-1.
• PT9 C-Proof A 30-day Underwater Locator Beacon for maritime applications, established in the market for nearly two decades. Features corrosion-resistant materials and patented intelligent activation technology for ship blackbox installations. Targets maritime vessel operators requiring compliance with SAE AS8045 and IEC60945.
• GREEN90 The first and only lithium-free Underwater Locator Beacon for aviation, using alkaline battery technology. Eliminates hazardous goods restrictions for transport, handling, and disposal while meeting 90-day TSO-C121b requirements. Selected as OEM recorder beacon by the world's largest aircraft manufacturer. Targets aircraft OEMs, airlines, and MROs.
• SID88 The market-leading Low Frequency Underwater Locating Device (LF-ULD) for aviation, transmitting at 8.8 kHz with a detection range 3-5 times larger than standard ULB. Meets ICAO Annex 6 requirements for aircraft over 27,000 kg and is selected as OEM LF-ULD by the two largest aircraft manufacturers. Targets commercial aircraft OEMs and operators.
• BLUE90 The first aviation ULB in Novega's history, bringing maritime performance to the aviation sector. A 90-day ULB using lithium metal battery with less than 1 gram lithium content for unrestricted transport. Complies with ETSO-C121b and SAE AS8045A. Targets aircraft manufacturers and MROs.
• ULYSER Aviation A test equipment and analyser for Underwater Locator Beacons and LF-ULD, providing frequency measurement, voltage measurement, and data extraction capabilities with integrated loudspeaker and serial number/DMF readout. Targets aviation MROs and maintenance technicians.
• ULYSER Maritime A tester and analyser for PT9 Underwater Locator Beacons, offering frequency measurement, voltage measurement, and data extraction with software for test report generation. Targets maritime service providers and ship operators performing ULB maintenance.
• Customer Services (Inspection, Battery Replacement, Functional Testing) Maintenance services including inspection, battery replacement with warranty extension, and ULYSER functional testing performed at Novega's facility in Sulzberg, Germany. Targets maritime and aviation customers requiring regulatory compliance and life extension of installed ULB/LF-ULD products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 60,000 ships equipped with NOVEGA ULB products
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and regional.

• BoeingflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019NOVEGA is part of the Boeing Premier Bidder Program and received the Boeing Performance Excellence Award Gold Level. The SID88 LF-ULD is the OEM product for Boeing aircraft. This is a flagship partnership recognizing NOVEGA as a consistently high-performing supplier.
• Taylor MarineregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for PT9 underwater locator beacons in Australia, Henderson. Provides local sales and support for maritime customers.
• RPS ElectronicsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for PT9 products in Brazil, Santos. Serves the Brazilian maritime market.
• Allied EpartsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor for PT9 underwater locator beacons in China (Shanghai) and Singapore. Covers key Asian maritime markets.
• FurunoregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor in Cyprus, Limassol. Provides PT9 products to the Eastern Mediterranean maritime market.
• Glendale InternationalregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor in Great Britain, Rayleigh. Serves the UK maritime industry.
• Aage Hempel GreeceregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor in Greece, Piraeus. Serves the Greek maritime cluster.
• Netwave SystemsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor in Netherlands, Zoetermeer. Serves the Benelux maritime market.
• Cihan Gemi ElektronigiregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor in Turkey, Istanbul. Serves the Turkish maritime industry.
• PamarineregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized distributor in Singapore. Serves the Southeast Asian maritime market.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions: Diversified defense and aerospace electronics company with a portfolio that includes flight data recording and naval/maritime safety electronics. Curtiss-Wright operates broadly across defense electronics with overlapping capabilities in maritime and aviation safety instrumentation.
• Teledyne Marine: Marine technology subsidiary of Teledyne Technologies offering underwater acoustic instruments, sonar systems, and oceanographic equipment. Teledyne Marine's underwater acoustic technology portfolio overlaps with the broader underwater acoustic detection space in which NOVEGA operates.
• Safran Electronics & Defense: Major aerospace group with operations in aircraft equipment, navigation, and safety systems. Safran's broader aerospace portfolio includes safety electronics and navigation systems that intersect with NOVEGA's aviation safety product category.
• L3Harris Technologies: Large aerospace and defense electronics company that manufactures flight data recorders and cockpit voice recorders. As the maker of the black boxes that NOVEGA's ULBs attach to, L3Harris is an adjacent player in the same aviation safety ecosystem and a customer channel.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Major aerospace systems supplier that manufactures flight data recorders and cockpit voice recorders under the Honeywell/Bendix King brand. As an OEM buyer of locator beacons, Honeywell is both an adjacent industry incumbent and a customer partner for NOVEGA's aviation products.

Direct peers

• ACR Electronics: Manufacturer of aviation and marine safety electronics, including personal locator beacons, EPIRBs, and emergency signaling devices. ACR overlaps with NOVEGA's locator beacon product category across both aviation and maritime safety segments.
• RJE International: Manufacturer of underwater locator beacons and acoustic locating devices used in both aviation and maritime applications. RJE International competes directly with NOVEGA in the ULB and underwater acoustic pinger markets.
• Dukane Seacom: A HEICO Corporation subsidiary and the leading direct competitor to NOVEGA in aviation Underwater Locator Beacons. Dukane Seacom manufactures ULBs for aviation flight data recorders, directly competing with NOVEGA's SID88 and BLUE90 product lines for the same OEM customers.

Regional players

• Furuno Electric: Japanese manufacturer of marine electronics including navigation, sonar, and communication equipment. Furuno is also one of NOVEGA's authorized distributors (Cyprus), making it both an adjacent marine electronics competitor and a channel partner.

Emerging players

• Flight Data Systems: Specialized manufacturer of flight data recorders, cockpit voice recorders, and associated aviation electronics. As a focused recorder OEM in the same aviation safety ecosystem as NOVEGA, Flight Data Systems is a potential customer or adjacent competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance28 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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