u-blox
Latest round
- Series C
Last raised
- Aug 2001
Total raised
- $12M
Investors
- 4
About u-blox
u-blox AG, founded in 1997, operates out of Thalwil, Switzerland, and specializes in positioning and communication solutions. The company has undergone strategic pivots, adapting its offerings to meet the dynamic needs of various industries. The founders, Andreas Thiel and Yang Xu, laid the groundwork for the company's focus on high-precision technology.05 billion, or CHF 135 per share in cash, in a public-to-private deal. The transaction was completed in November 2025, and the company was delisted from the SIX Swiss Exchange. u-blox specializes in high-precision positioning and communication solutions, particularly focusing on GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technology. Their core product offerings include positioning chips and modules that deliver centimeter-level accuracy, tailored for various applications such as automotive telematics, industrial automation, and healthcare IoT. Notably, the ZED-F20P module provides robust RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) and PPP-RTK (Precise Point Positioning) capabilities, enhancing navigation accuracy across diverse sectors. Additionally, u-blox offers cloud-based positioning services and advanced communication modules, catering to a wide range of industries including automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial automation. Their technology is utilized globally, with significant penetration in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, serving a diverse clientele from automotive manufacturers to IoT service providers.u-blox plans to further enhance its product offerings with new designs in high-precision GNSS technology, aiming for launches by the end of 2024. The company is targeting expansion into emerging markets in Asia and Latin America to increase its global footprint.
Who invested in u-blox
4 investors across 1 round
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Funding rounds
Series C
Aug 28, 2001
Amount
$12M
Investors
Questions about u-blox
Who invested in u-blox?
u-blox has 4 investors on record across 1 venture round. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has u-blox raised?
u-blox has raised 1 venture round. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did u-blox last raise money?
u-blox's most recent round on record is a Series C, in Aug 2001.
What does u-blox do?
u-blox AG, founded in 1997, operates out of Thalwil, Switzerland, and specializes in positioning and communication solutions.
Where is u-blox headquartered?
u-blox is headquartered in Thalwil, Switzerland.
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