Marine GNSS testing and certification services for navigation equipment. Demonstrate compliance, validate GNSS performance & support market access.
Marine GNSS testing and certification services for navigation equipment. Demonstrate compliance, validate GNSS performance & support market access.
Global network of laboratories
Our global laboratory capabilities and expert support can help streamline GNSS testing and certification helping minimise time to market for marine products.
Expert standards insight
Access our experts who are involved in international advisory boards and standards development activities so you can trust that we have the latest info.
All tests from one provider
Complete all relevant GNSS testing in TÜV SÜD’s laboratories helping simplify a complex and time-consuming certification process.
Single point of contact
Work with one point of contact for GNSS testing and certification helping you manage requirements more efficiently from development to approval.
Real-world validation
Align your GNSS test programme with real-world marine use cases supporting reliable performance in realistic operating conditions.
Validate components & systems
Our testing and certification services support both component-level and system-level validation for reliable, compliant, and robust products.
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are at the heart of modern marine navigation. They provide the accurate position, navigation, and timing data that vessels rely on every day.
As marine systems become more integrated and digital, GNSS is no longer an isolated component. It is a critical input to multiple onboard systems, including AIS, ECDIS, radar, and communication platforms.
TÜV SÜD supports manufacturers with testing and certification services that help ensure GNSS equipment delivers reliable, compliant, and robust performance under real-world operating conditions.
Outcome: Clear and efficient pathway to compliance
Outcome: Demonstrated reliability under operational conditions
Outcome: Confidence in real-world system performance
Outcome: Reduced integration risk and improved system reliability
Outcome: Faster and more efficient market entry
GNSS systems must do more than provide accurate positioning.
Manufacturers are increasingly required to:
At the same time, approval depends on demonstrating not just accuracy but consistency, robustness, and interoperability.
Key standards relevant to GNSS equipment include:
Discuss your GNSS project requirements with our experts.
GNSS stands for Global Navigation Satellite System.
It is the collective term for satellite navigation systems that provide positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services worldwide. GNSS includes:
In the marine industry, GNSS is commonly used for vessel positioning, navigation, timing, and search and rescue operations.
GNSS performance directly impacts vessel safety, navigation accuracy, and system reliability.
A lack of proper testing can lead to:
Testing and certification help manufacturers:
GNSS refers to satellite-based navigation systems that provide position, navigation, and timing data to vessels. These systems are essential for accurate navigation and situational awareness at sea.
GNSS equipment must demonstrate compliance with marine performance standards and radio regulations before it can be placed on the market. Testing ensures the system performs accurately and reliably under operational conditions.
GNSS testing typically follows the IEC 61108 series for performance requirements and ETSI standards such as EN 303 413 for radio compliance, depending on the product scope and market.
GNSS provides critical positioning data used by multiple systems, including AIS, ECDIS, and navigation radar. Poor GNSS performance can impact the accuracy and reliability of these connected systems.
GNSS testing should be introduced early in the development process to validate performance, identify potential issues, and ensure alignment with certification requirements.
GNSS testing and certification can help you prove compliance, improve marine navigation reliability, and reduce approval risk. By planning testing early, you can identify potential issues before they affect integration, approval, or launch timelines. Our services can support you through testing and certification helping you move your product towards market.
Find out how our marine GNSS testing and certification services can help demonstrate compliance, validate GPS performance & support market access.
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