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"Galileo represents a tremendous opportunity for the public and private sector in the UK. Since it's initial planning, the technology landscape has developed significantly. The report we prepared for DfT provides them with a clear view of the likely use of Galileo."

Charlie Henderson, PA Transport Expert

Assessing the commercial opportunities of the Galileo satellite navigation system – Department for Transport

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are constellations of satellites that enable users to determine their location across most of the earth. Electronic receiver equipment can determine its position using very lower power signals transmitted from satellites. Today, the only fully operational GNSS is the United States Global Positioning System (GPS). Galileo is Europe’s planned GNSS currently being developed and deployed by the member states of the EU and the European Space Agency. 

PA undertook a review on behalf of the UK Department for Transport of how GNSS are currently being used in a number of application areas, what improvements in service would be desirable to further enhance the market, and what role Galileo is likely to have in contributing to this. This review focused on a number of key platforms (in particular mobile phones, private motor vehicles, goods vehicles, trains and shipping) and applications (including location based services, road charging, regulatory enforcement and safety). 

Finally PA identified what enabling actions should be taken at national or European Union (EU) level to facilitate market development.

To examine the potential for expanding your satellite position-related products and services market, contact us now.