Navigation & Positioning

Precision Guidance and Mapping Solutions for Hydrography, Offshore, and Defense Applications

At Teledyne Marine, we understand that accurate navigation and positioning are critical to the success of marine operations. Whether mapping the seafloor, guiding underwater vehicles, or monitoring offshore infrastructure, our advanced systems provide the precision, reliability, and flexibility required in today’s demanding environments.

With a portfolio that spans gyrocompasses, inertial navigation systems (INS), attitude and heading reference systems (AHRS), and turnkey hydrographic solutions, Teledyne Marine delivers complete, integrated navigation and positioning technologies tailored to meet your specific needs—on the surface, in the water column, or on the seabed.

What is Marine Navigation and Positioning?

Marine navigation and positioning refers to the suite of technologies that allow vessels and subsea platforms to determine their exact position, orientation, speed, and trajectory in real time. These systems are crucial for:

Seabed mapping
Underwater vehicle guidance
Offshore structure monitoring
Survey planning and data collection

Teledyne Marine’s offering includes high-performance sensors, processing software, and accessories that work seamlessly together to create accurate, stable navigation solutions—even in GPS-denied or acoustically complex environments.

How It Works

Our navigation and positioning systems combine multiple technologies and sensors to deliver consistent, high-accuracy results:

Gyrocompass systems determine true north without relying on magnetic fields, ensuring uninterrupted orientation tracking.
Inertial Navigation Systems (INS) and AHRS utilize accelerometers and gyroscopes to measure motion, tilt, and heading, enabling dead-reckoning navigation when GNSS is unavailable.
Teledyne PDS software integrates navigation and sonar data for a complete survey package, offering powerful processing, real-time visualization, and compatibility with industry-standard hydrographic data formats.
Positioning sensors are complemented by sound velocity sensors, motion compensation systems, and mounting accessories - all designed to enhance system accuracy and integration.

Key Features

True North Referencing
Advanced gyrocompass systems deliver stable, magnetic-free heading for critical navigation and survey accuracy.
High-Accuracy Positioning
INS and AHRS solutions ensure precise spatial awareness for underwater vehicles and surface vessels.
Complete Integration Packages
From sensor to software, Teledyne Marine offers a full suite of components—mounting kits, brackets, gondolas, cables, and more.
Real-Time Data Visualization
With Teledyne PDS, operators gain real-time control, processing, and visualization of data from multibeam and singlebeam echosounders.
Flexible System Configurations
Designed to match client needs in size, performance, and ease of use—from shallow coastal zones to ultra-deep ocean surveys.

Benefits of Teledyne Marine Navigation and Positioning Systems

End-to-End Solutions: Combine sensors, software, and accessories in one turnkey system.
Customizable to Your Needs: Scalable for projects of all sizes and budgets.
Cross-Platform Compatibility: Produces industry-standard data compatible with major hydrographic software suites.
Trusted Performance: Proven in commercial, scientific, and military missions worldwide.
Expert Support: From installation to training and post-sale service, Teledyne ensures your system performs to its fullest potential.

Applications

Our navigation and positioning systems support a broad range of applications across the marine industry:

Hydrographic Surveying
Accurate seabed mapping with multibeam echosounders, singlebeam systems, and scanning sonars - powered by Teledyne PDS.
Oceanography and Marine Research
Data collection for water column studies, seabed monitoring, and long-term deployments.
Offshore Energy
Navigation and positioning for pipeline inspections, construction support, and asset monitoring.
Unmanned Vehicles (AUVs, ROVs, USVs)
Precision navigation for autonomous and remotely operated platforms in GPS-denied environments.
Defense and Naval
Applications Secure, resilient navigation systems for surface and subsea missions.

Why Choose Teledyne Marine?

With decades of expertise and a reputation for innovation, Teledyne Marine is your trusted partner in marine navigation and positioning. Our comprehensive approach ensures each system is optimized for performance, integration, and long-term reliability. We don’t just supply individual components—we deliver complete, field-ready solutions backed by expert engineering, global support, and a deep understanding of marine operations.

Partner with Teledyne Marine and navigate with precision, confidence, and control.

Contact us today to learn more about our navigation and positioning solutions or request a customized system quote.

The Navigation & Positioning product line includes: