Hexagon, the global provider of measurement and positioning technologies based in Stockholm, Sweden, has agreed to acquire Provo-based Inertial Sense.
Founded in 2013 by Walt Johnson, Inertial Sense is a provider of tactical-grade global navigation solutions and inertial navigation systems (GNSS+INS).
Hexagon said Inertial Sense’s capabilities will complement Hexagon’s assured positioning, navigation and timing (PNT) portfolio, providing affordable, high-performance navigation solutions to customers across the aerospace and defense, robotics and unmanned aerial vehicle industries.
“Inertial Sense has established itself as a trusted provider of high-performance navigation solutions across a wide range of defense and commercial applications, with over 30,000 inertial systems deployed worldwide,” Hexagon said in its announcement. “Their patented designs and proprietary technology enable tactical-grade GNSS+INS solutions for space-constrained applications, delivering centimeter-level accuracy with a competitive price point.”
“Assured PNT is critical to the success of our customers,” said Anders Svensson, president and CEO of Hexagon. “The team at Inertial Sense has developed an impressive array of GNSS+INS solutions which address the assured PNT requirements of our customers and fit seamlessly into our aerospace and defense product portfolio, while also providing opportunities for expansion into robotics and UAV applications.”
Inertial Sense is expected to generate revenues of around $5 million in 2025, with strong growth rates and profitability. Inertial Sense will join Hexagon’s Autonomous Solutions business division.
Completion of the transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and is expected to be finalized in the first half of 2026.