Blaupunkt Partners with U-box to supply GPS and GALILEO Positioning Systems

Blaupunkt, a leading supplier of automotive systems, has signed a quot;frame" agreement with u-blox to supply GPS and Galileo receiver technology for navigation, driver-assistance, and related in-vehicle systems. The agreement with Blaupunkt, announced November 11, covers a variety of receiver chip and module products and includes a comprehensive quality assurance contract. According to the companies, the relationship will also support the development of new products for in respond to demand for mobile GNSS-related services. "[The agreement] marks a milestone in our history," said Karsten Tietz, u-blox's vice-president of sales for Europe, Middle East, and Africa. "Blaupunkt is not only a valuable customer but also an important trigger for future product developments and innovations within the automotive area."