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What is GPS?

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a U.S.-owned utility that provides users with positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) services. 

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is an essential element of a global information infrastructure. The free, open, and dependable nature of GPS has led to the development of hundreds of applications affecting every aspect of modern life.  

 

 

Recent & Upcoming Events

May
2025

Global Positioning System Public Interface Control Working Group & Public Forum 2025

May 13, 2025 - May 13, 2025

This 2025 Public ICWG Meeting was open to the general public, where public participation was welcomed. 

Sep
2024

64th Meeting of the Civil GPS Service Interface Committee

Sep 16, 2024 - Sep 17, 2024

At the Institute of Navigation GNSS+ 2024 Conference
Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor

Dec
2024

31st Meeting December 4-5, 2024

Dec 04, 2024 - Dec 05, 2024

Peninsula/Pacific Ballroom
Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina
300 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

  • News

    News

    Check out recent news about GPS

    Recent News
  • Technical Documentation

    Technical Documentation

    All the information needed to develop and build equipment to use the civilian services of GPS and its augmentations

    Technical Documentation
  • Legislation

    Legislation

    US laws and regulations concerning GPS

    GPS Legislation
  • Resilience

    Resilience

    Information and resources for improving positioning, navigation, and timing resilience, especially in critical infrastructure.

    Resilience