Tag Archives: Hexagon

Hexagon Expands Public Safety Platform with Acquisition of CONET’s Unified Communications Software

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon AB has signed an agreement to acquire the Unified Communications Radio Suite (UCRS) software assets from CONET Communications GmbH to enhance its public safety technology offerings. UCRS integrates various communication channels—such as mobile networks, digital radio, CCTV, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Reports Weaker Than Expected March Performance as Sensor Sales and Currency Effects Impact EBIT1 Margins

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has reported a disappointing financial performance in March 2025, a critical month for the quarter, despite a good overall start to the year. Sales in key markets such as NAFTA and China experienced a slowdown in the … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s Next-Generation Public Safety Platform Empowers Sunnyvale to Modernize Emergency Dispatch and Enhance Response Capabilities for Future Growth

(IN BRIEF) Sunnyvale, California has adopted Hexagon’s advanced public safety platform to upgrade its emergency dispatch capabilities. The implementation includes the integration of HxGN OnCall Dispatch and mobile field applications to improve response times and provide detailed situational awareness to … Read the full press release

Hexagon Finalizes Dual Acquisitions of Geomagic and Septentrio NV, Boosting Manufacturing and Autonomous Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has successfully closed two acquisitions after fulfilling all necessary regulatory and closing requirements. The first acquisition is of the Geomagic suite from 3D Systems, which will become part of the Manufacturing Intelligence division from April 2025. This … Read the full press release

Hexagon Expands Manufacturing Intelligence with Acquisition of Geomagic, Enhancing 3D Reverse Engineering Capabilities

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has acquired the Geomagic software business from 3D Systems Corporation, thereby incorporating cutting-edge technology that enhances the efficiency of processing 3D measurement data for reverse engineering and CAD applications. Now part of Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, Geomagic’s … Read the full press release

Revolutionising Factory Redesign: Hexagon Unveils Rapid Digital Twin Service

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has launched a groundbreaking Digital Factory solution offered as a service, enabling rapid factory digitisation through highly accurate laser scanning technology. The service, which reduces scan times from weeks to hours, provides manufacturers with immediate access to … Read the full press release

Hexagon Launches New Robotics Division to Pioneer Autonomous Industrial Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has announced the launch of its new Robotics division, aimed at advancing autonomous systems by leveraging its expertise in measurement technology, AI, spatial intelligence, and digital twin solutions. The division will focus on developing humanoid robotics and … Read the full press release

Hexagon Names Gordon Dale to Lead Next-Generation Autonomous Innovations

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has announced the appointment of Gordon Dale as President of its Autonomous Solutions Division. In this role, Dale will drive the division’s growth and innovation in autonomous technologies, building on Hexagon’s commitment to digital transformation. With extensive … Read the full press release

Hexagon Launches Next-Generation Physical Security Suite to Revolutionize Risk Management

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has introduced a new portfolio of physical security solutions designed to help organizations protect their facilities and assets. This comprehensive suite includes advanced video surveillance, intelligent access control, and real-time monitoring systems that deliver enhanced situational awareness … Read the full press release

Hexagon’s Xwatch Safety Solutions Unveils MK2 System at Bauma 2025 to Revolutionize Construction Safety

(IN BRIEF) Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon, is unveiling the MK2 system at Bauma 2025, a cutting-edge safety and control system designed to enhance construction operations with improved precision and efficiency. The MK2 system builds upon the previous MK1, … Read the full press release

Hexagon Strengthens Partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing Ahead of 2026 F1 Rule Changes

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has renewed its long-standing partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, reinforcing its role as the team’s exclusive metrology partner. The collaboration spans 18 years and has been critical in ensuring the team’s performance with cutting-edge technologies like … Read the full press release

Hexagon Showcases Cutting-Edge Construction Technology at bauma 2025

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Geosystems division will be making a notable appearance at bauma 2025, unveiling a range of innovative solutions aimed at improving construction processes. From machine control and safety awareness to digital twins and AI-driven insights, Hexagon will demonstrate … Read the full press release

Hexagon Appoints Anders Svensson as New President and CEO, Succeeding Norbert Hanke

(IN BRIEF) Anders Svensson has been appointed as Hexagon’s new President and CEO, set to take office by July 2025. He will succeed Norbert Hanke, who will continue as interim President and CEO until then. Svensson brings a wealth of … Read the full press release

Hexagon Expands Resilient Positioning Solutions with Acquisition of Septentrio NV

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has announced its acquisition of Septentrio NV, a leading provider of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technologies. This acquisition will combine Septentrio’s advanced GNSS platform with Hexagon’s broader positioning solutions, including sensor fusion and anti-jamming technologies, enabling … Read the full press release

Hexagon Announces Leadership Changes: Thomas Harring Appointed EVP, Henning Sandfort to Lead Geosystems Division

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has appointed Thomas Harring, currently President of its Geosystems division, as Executive Vice President (EVP), effective February 1, 2025. In this role, Harring will focus on enhancing operational excellence and driving business transformation. Henning Sandfort will join … Read the full press release

Hexagon Strengthens Mining Technology Portfolio with Acquisition of indurad and xtonomy

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon has acquired indurad, a leader in radar and Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) technologies, along with its subsidiary xtonomy, to advance safety, productivity, and automation in the mining industry. indurad’s radar-based collision avoidance and automation technologies will complement … Read the full press release

Hexagon Revolutionizes Large-Scale Manufacturing with Rapid Inspection System, Cutting Inspection Times from Hours to Minutes

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division has introduced the Leica Absolute Tracker ATS800, a new innovation designed to streamline quality inspections in large-scale manufacturing. By combining laser tracking and non-contact measurement, the ATS800 reduces inspection times from hours to minutes … Read the full press release

Roos Groep and Leica Geosystems Unveil World’s First Electric Slipform Paver with Advanced Precision Control

(IN BRIEF) Roos Groep, in partnership with Leica Geosystems, has developed the world’s first fully electric slipform paver, enhanced with advanced 3D machine control technology. This innovation marks a significant step in sustainable construction, offering precise, fossil fuel-free paving solutions. … Read the full press release

Hexagon Strengthens AECO Portfolio with Acquisition of Voyansi

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon, a global leader in digital reality solutions, has acquired Voyansi, a provider specializing in BIM and VDC solutions for the AECO industry. This acquisition aims to enhance Hexagon’s offerings in reality capture and construction digitization, enabling advanced … Read the full press release

Hexagon Strengthens Construction Safety Solutions with Xwatch Acquisition

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon, a global leader in digital reality solutions, has announced the acquisition of Xwatch Safety Solutions, a provider of machine control hardware and software technologies for enhancing safety protocols on construction sites. Xwatch’s solutions, including height control and … Read the full press release