Dimetor has launched a groundbreaking new project in partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) to deliver large‑scale, real‑time detection and localisation of GNSS interference. This initiative leverages dense telecom infrastructure as a distributed sensor network, enabling rapid identification of jamming, spoofing, and other disruptions that threaten satellite‑based navigation. The project is supported through ESA’s NAVISP program Element 2.
Why This Matters Now
GNSS signals – critical for aviation, drones, emergency services, logistics, and countless civil applications – are increasingly targeted by jamming and spoofing attacks. At the same time, defence organisations face rising threats from hostile interference that can compromise situational awareness and operational safety. The ability to detect and localise interference in real time and at scale has become essential for both civil resilience and national security.
What the Project Delivers
- Real‑time monitoring of GNSS anomalies using telecom networks as a high‑density sensor grid
- Rapid localisation of interference sources through signal‑pattern analysis
- Enhanced protection for lower airspace operations, including drones, air taxis, and critical infrastructure
- A complementary solution to existing GNSS interference monitoring, such as based on ADS-B and dedicated solutions for strategic locations (e.g. airports & defence)
- A scalable, multi‑layered approach that strengthens Europe’s Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) resilience
A Critical Step for Civil & Defence Sectors
For civil aviation, uncrewed traffic management, and emergency services, this capability provides continuous situational awareness and early warning of GNSS disruptions. For defence, it enhances the ability to detect hostile interference, safeguard operations, and maintain secure navigation in contested environments. As GNSS threats continue to rise globally, this ESA–Dimetor collaboration marks a decisive move toward more secure, resilient European navigation systems.