Ashtech

Ashtech invests heavily in the development of cutting edge technology to further strengthen its position as a leading designer and developer of precision positioning technology. These advances are apparent in the latest lines of professional products including the Ashtech GNSS boards, ProFlex™ sensor series, ProMark™ and MobileMapper® product ranges.

SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 19, 2011 Trimble announced today it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire privately-held Ashtech S.A.S., headquartered in Carquefou, France, and its affiliates.  The acquisition is expected to expand Trimble's Spectra Precision(R) portfolio of survey solutions and allow the company to better address emerging markets worldwide.