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The last decade has seen remarkable developments in the usage of positioning and navigation technology all over the world. It began with the launch of NAVSTAR GPS by United States and Russian GLONASS. The European Union is moving towards the third satellite positioning system: Galileo.
As we stand at the exciting horizon of ‘Tagged World’, there is a need to create awareness about the potential of satellite navigation and positioning and build capacity of the local industry to design and develop products to meet the future requirements. The given situation also underlines the need to develop a forum, which could facilitate interaction and demonstration of positioning and navigational technologies amongst various stakeholders within the Middle East Region.
Location Middle East 2006, is an Annual International Conference and Exhibition
in the field of positioning, navigation and timing technologies for
Middle East Region. Aimed at providing a platform for discussion and deliberation
on technology,
applications and policy issues related to positioning technology, Location
Middle East 2006 shall focus on the emerging potential application and rising
demand for services & application based on positioning and navigation technologies. The conference will bring together researchers, academicians, users, service providers & manufacturers, to share & exchange their views and ideas on the latest policies, developments & practical implications.
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