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GMV

Space ground segments, avionics software and defence systems from Spain

GMV

About GMV

GMV is a privately owned technology business group established in Spain in 1984, with offices in 12 countries, clients in nearly 80 and a workforce of more than 4,000 people. Its 2025 figures show total income of EUR 510.25 million and EBITDA of EUR 43.65 million, with most revenue earned internationally. GMV supplies solutions, services and products to space, aeronautics, defence and security, cybersecurity, intelligent transportation systems, automotive, finance, industry, healthcare and digital public services, has reached CMMI level 5 for software development, and holds UNE-EN 9100, ISO 9001 and PECAL/AQAP certifications. In early 2025 King Felipe VI visited its facilities in recognition of its contribution to strategic sectors.

Space

  • Satellite control centres and ground segments, including prime contractor to ESA for the Galileo Ground Control Segment and the Galileo Second Generation in-orbit validation ground control segment, and the next-generation Telesat Lightspeed LEO constellation control centre
  • Flight operations software for constellations, including a partnership with Xoople, plus avionics and guidance, navigation and control systems for satellites and launchers
  • Space surveillance and tracking operations centres, Earth observation processing and applications, and leadership of the EUSPA consortium for the GOVSATCOM communications hub
  • Space robotics, including ESA rover software field-tested in Fuerteventura, and software-defined payload solutions for very high throughput satellites
  • Growth through the acquisition of New Space company Alen Space and defence specialist Autek, and a quantum key distribution alliance with LuxQuanta

Aeronautics and defence

GMV develops onboard software with Airbus Defence and Space for the Eurofighter, A400M, A330 MRTT tanker and Tornado programmes, and with Airbus Helicopters for the Tiger HAD and NH90, supplied the flight control computer for the ATLANTE remotely piloted aircraft and the navigation system for SIRTAP, and takes part in the FCAS and EUROMALE programmes. It certifies critical software to DO-178 up to level DAL-A, including proprietary software certified directly with EASA, and develops onboard equipment to DO-254, DO-160 and MIL-STD standards, with AI and autonomy for onboard and ground systems and a strong position in unmanned systems.

Shows

GMV appears in the sponsor and exhibitor lists of the AMOS Conference 2027, where it is listed as a Malama sponsor.

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Location

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Events where GMV exhibits

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  • AMOS Conference

    14 to 17 September 2027 · Maui, United States

    Malama sponsorlisted for the 2026 edition

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