# SBG Systems
*Also known as SBG*

- Website: https://www.sbg-systems.com
- Location: Carrières-sur-Seine, France
- Agent profile: https://directory.haycion.ai/agents/sbg-systems-com

> SBG Systems is a French designer and manufacturer of high-precision inertial sensors and navigation systems.

SBG Systems is a French company that designs and manufactures inertial sensors and navigation systems, including inertial measurement units (IMUs), attitude and heading reference systems (AHRS), and inertial navigation systems (INS) with GNSS integration. It serves aerospace, defense, surveying, geospatial, hydrographic, marine, and industrial markets with high-precision, reliable performance, and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

**Mission:** To engineer and manufacture innovative inertial sensors and navigation solutions that empower customers across geospatial, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets to achieve high precision and reliable performance.

## Products & Services

### [Apogee Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/apogee-series/)
*Product*
High-performance MEMS inertial navigation systems for precise orientation and navigation.

- **External GNSS Heading** — Provides Accurate Heading
- **Real-Time EKF Data Fusion** — Enables Accurate Positioning
- **Low-Noise Gyroscopes** — Ensures Stability and Precision
- **Time Synchronization** — Synchronizes Timing Across Systems
- **Real-Time Heave Adjustment** — Adapts to Dynamic Conditions
- **Multi-Variant Solutions** — Offers Diverse Options

### [Ellipse Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/ellipse-series/)
*Product*
High-performance inertial sensors delivering reliable navigation and orientation data.

- **MEMS IMU integration** — Delivers High Accuracy
- **INS with external GNSS** — Ensures Precise Positioning
- **AHRS/MRU support** — Provides Accurate Orientation Data
- **New Ellipse Firmware Upgrade** — Boosts Sensor Performance
- **Surveyors and OEM support** — Facilitates Easy Integration

### [Ellipse Micro Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/ellipse-micro-series/)
*Product*
Delivers high-performance orientation and navigation in a compact, lightweight design.

- **EKF in AHRS** — Provides Real-Time Attitude Measurements
- **Lightweight design** — Enables Easy Integration
- **Sub-miniature MEMS IMU/AHRS** — Achieves Exceptional Orientation Performance
- **User-friendly Configuration** — Simplifies Setup Process

### [Ekinox Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/ekinox-series/)
*Product*
Versatile and high-performance inertial navigation solutions for diverse applications.

- **All‑in‑one GNSS‑INS** — Ensures Centimeter-Level Positioning
- **AHRS/MRU Option** — Provides Accurate Orientation
- **External GNSS Aiding** — Enhances Navigation Accuracy
- **Interface Flexibility** — Supports Seamless Integration
- **Compact Design** — Facilitates Diverse Applications

### [Navsight Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/navsight-series/)
*Product*
High-precision inertial navigation solutions tailored for surveyors and hydrographers.

- **Navsight Land-Air** — Provides RTK Performance
- **Navsight Marine** — Waterproof Up To 100 M
- **Qinertia Compatibility** — Integrates With Qinertia
- **Survey-Focused Design** — Optimized For Surveying
- **Easy Configuration** — Quick Setup

### [Pulse Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/pulse-series/)
*Product*
Enhance precision and reliability in demanding applications with the Pulse Series IMUs.

- **Factory calibration** — Ensures Accuracy
- **High-dynamic 6 DoF IMU** — Optimizes Performance
- **Low noise and high bandwidth** — Reduces Impact on Systems
- **Multiple variants** — Versatile Solutions

### [Quanta Series](https://www.sbg-systems.com/quanta-series/)
*Product*
High-performance GNSS-aided INS providing precise geo-referencing for UAV and land surveying.

- **GNSS Resilience** — Minimize Errors In Difficult Conditions
- **GNSS-aided INS** — Achieve Accurate Positioning
- **Quanta Micro** — Compact Design For Limited Spaces
- **Quanta Plus/Extra** — Maximize Position Accuracy

### [Qinertia GNSS-INS](https://www.sbg-systems.com/software/qinertia-gnss-ins-ppk/)
*Product*
Delivers centimeter-level positioning for geospatial professionals in diverse applications.

- **Centimeter-level positioning** — Ensures Accurate Results
- **Geospatial support** — Facilitates Diverse Applications
- **PPK integration** — Streamlines Data Processing
- **Cloud processing capabilities** — Enables Remote Workflows
- **Multi-base processing** — Enhances Positioning Reliability
- **User-friendly interface** — Simplifies User Experience

### [Qinertia Post-processing Software](https://www.sbg-systems.com/software/)
*Product*
Achieve centimeter-level positioning with Qinertia's advanced post-processing capabilities.

- **Ephemeris and Correction Access** — Access Precise Corrections
- **Tightly Coupled GNSS/INS Post-Processing** — Achieve High-Precision Positioning
- **Lever Arm Estimation** — Automate Calibration Process
- **QC Toolkit and Base Station Database** — Enhance Data Quality
- **Cloud Processing Capabilities** — Process Data Anytime, Anywhere

### [Cables](https://www.sbg-systems.com/accessories/cables/)
*Product*
Enhance integration with a comprehensive range of high-quality cables for GNSS/INS sensors.

- **Plug-and-play split cables** — Streamline Installation Process
- **Platform compatibility** — Seamlessly Integrate Across Platforms
- **GNSS antenna cables** — Ensure Optimal Signal Quality
- **Open-ended cables** — Facilitate Custom Solutions

### [GNSS Antennas](https://www.sbg-systems.com/accessories/gnss-antennas/)
*Product*
High-performance GNSS antennas provide reliable positioning and robust signal tracking in various conditions.

- **High-performance GNSS antennas** — Enable Seamless Integration
- **Reliability across environments** — Ensure Reliable Positioning
- **Enhanced Signal Tracking** — Provide Robust Signal Tracking

## Market Segments

- **Marine survey navigation**: Navigation and motion-compensation systems that provide heave, attitude, heading, and waterproof GNSS/INS performance for hydrographic and marine survey operations.
- **Aerial mapping and direct geo-referencing**: GNSS-aided inertial systems and IMUs that enable direct georeferencing, precise orientation, and RTK/PPK workflows for UAV and airborne mapping applications.
- **Surveying and mobile mapping**: Centimeter‑level GNSS/INS positioning and post-processing for land surveying, mobile mapping, and cadastral workflows requiring RTK/PPK and multi-base processing.
- **Tactical inertial measurement and OEM integration**: High-dynamic, SWaP-optimized IMUs and inertial navigation units for defense, autonomy, and industrial OEMs requiring low-noise gyros, factory calibration, and compact form factors.
- **GNSS integration and timing components**: Integration components and timing capabilities that ensure reliable GNSS reception, antenna performance, cabling, and precise time synchronization for multi-sensor platforms.

## Ideal Customer Profiles

### Geospatial Survey And Mapping Firms
Global geospatial survey firms seeking centimeter-grade accuracy and efficient GNSS-INS workflows.
- Industry: Geospatial, Surveying, Hydrography
- Geography: Global
- Pain points: Need centimeter-level accuracy; GNSS/INS integration complexity; long post-processing times; rugged operation; interoperability with existing workflows.
- Business goals: Improve data accuracy; accelerate field-to-finish workflows; reduce rework and vendor fragmentation.
- Positioning: Provide integrated GNSS‑INS navigation and post‑processing workflows that enhance geospatial accuracy and workflow efficiency.

#### Persona: Geospatial Survey Engineer
- Needs: Accurate, reliable sensors; seamless integration; robust post-processing options
- Goals: Deliver precise maps and surveys; minimize field rework
- Challenges: Harsh environments; GNSS outages; calibration and fusion complexities
- Pain points: Time-consuming setup; data gaps; hardware compatibility issues
- Solution: Use Apogee Series for reliable GNSS/INS data and Qinertia for efficient post-processing and QA.

#### Persona: Geospatial Project Manager
- Needs: Vendor support, scalable solutions, clear ROI
- Goals: On-time project delivery within budget
- Challenges: Coordinating across teams; justifying cost
- Pain points: Procurement delays and integration risk
- Solution: Adopt an integrated GNSS‑INS workflow with Quanta Series and Qinertia to streamline processing and vendor support.

#### Persona: System Integrator Engineer
- Needs: Modular sensors, robust interfaces, clear documentation
- Goals: Deliver end-to-end navigation systems
- Challenges: Certification; integration with legacy systems
- Pain points: Inconsistent data formats; long qualification cycles
- Solution: Leverage Ellipse Series and Ekinox Series with Qinertia for testing and seamless integration.

### Aerospace And Defense OEMs And Integrators
Global aerospace and defense OEMs and integrators requiring reliable GNSS‑INS under harsh conditions.
- Industry: Aerospace, Defense, Marine
- Geography: Global, with emphasis on Europe And North America
- Pain points: Harsh environments; high reliability; certification; integration complexity; need for precise timing; multi-sensor fusion.
- Business goals: Improve navigation reliability; reduce field failures; shorten development cycles.
- Positioning: Provide rugged, high-accuracy GNSS‑INS stacks and tools that simplify certification, testing, and integration for aerospace and defense programs.

#### Persona: Navigation Systems Engineer
- Needs: Validated sensors; comprehensive test data; documentation
- Goals: Meet performance targets; ensure safety and compliance
- Challenges: Certification cycles; integration with subsystems
- Pain points: Long qualification times; gaps in technical support
- Solution: Ekinox Series, Apogee Series, and Qinertia for testing and post-processing, with clear integration paths.

#### Persona: Electronics Systems Engineer
- Needs: Modular components; robust interfaces
- Goals: Deliver integrated navigation solutions
- Challenges: Interoperability across subsystems
- Pain points: Documentation maturity
- Solution: Ellipse Series and Pulse Series with Qinertia and Quanta for RTK/PPK workflows.

#### Persona: Program Manager
- Needs: Vendor reliability; roadmaps
- Goals: On-time deployment; budget adherence
- Challenges: Procurement cycles; regulatory requirements
- Pain points: Budget control, risk management
- Solution: End-to-end navigation stack including Qinertia Post-processing for validation and traceability.

### Maritime And Hydrographic Operators
Global marine surveyors and operators requiring robust GNSS‑INS with heave compensation.
- Industry: Maritime, Hydrography, Offshore
- Geography: Global
- Pain points: Motion and heave due to waves; waterproofing; GNSS reliability at sea; data integrity
- Business goals: Improve marine data accuracy; reliable heave estimation; efficient processing
- Positioning: Deliver watertight GNSS‑INS solutions with heave estimation and seamless post-processing for marine operations.

#### Persona: Hydrographic Surveyor
- Needs: Waterproof, robust sensors; stable data; accurate heave
- Goals: Accurate bathymetric maps
- Challenges: Wave motion; vessel motion; data gaps
- Pain points: Calibration complexity; sensor drift
- Solution: Navsight Marine paired with Qinertia for post-processing and heave estimation; robust GNSS with external antennas.

#### Persona: Maritime Equipment Engineer
- Needs: Rugged hardware; interfaces; serviceability
- Goals: Reliable integration into vessel systems
- Challenges: Harsh environment; maintenance
- Pain points: Downtime; compatibility
- Solution: Ekinox-D and Apogee Series with robust interfaces and GNSS antennas; QA in Qinertia.

#### Persona: Operations Manager
- Needs: Reliability; service and support
- Goals: On-time data delivery; minimize risk
- Challenges: Budget constraints; downtime
- Pain points: Maintenance and service gaps
- Solution: Navsight Marine stack with post-processing support for streamlined workflows.

### Unmanned Aerial Vehicle And Remote Sensing OEMs
Global UAV and remote sensing vendors seeking lightweight, high-dynamic navigation sensors.
- Industry: Aerospace, Drones, Geospatial
- Geography: Global
- Pain points: Weight constraints; size; power; vibration; integration with flight controllers; reliability
- Business goals: Improve flight stability; enable precise mapping; reduce development time
- Positioning: Provide compact, high‑precision navigation sensors and processing workflows optimized for drone platforms.

#### Persona: UAV Systems Engineer
- Needs: Low weight, low power; easy integration; reliable performance
- Goals: Improve flight stability; data quality
- Challenges: Payload constraints; regulatory constraints
- Pain points: Integration complexity; calibration
- Solution: Ellipse Micro Series and Pulse Series with Qinertia for post-processing; Quanta Micro enables RTK/PPK.

#### Persona: Flight Test Engineer
- Needs: Accurate calibration; test data processing
- Goals: Validate sensor performance in real-world tests
- Challenges: Vibration; motion
- Pain points: Noise; data processing time
- Solution: Qinertia GNSS-INS and Qinertia Post-processing; Quanta Plus/Extra for RTK/PPK.

#### Persona: R&D Manager
- Needs: Roadmap; vendor support
- Goals: Adopt robust navigation tech for UAVs
- Challenges: Budget justification
- Pain points: Justifying cost
- Solution: Range of products including Ellipse Micro and Pulse for lightweight drones.