Kontron is pleased to announce it has secured a major contract for 5G automotive IoT connectivity modules for several global automotive manufacturers. The agreement is valued at $250 million and strengthens the company’s position as an IoT technology partner working in the automotive industry.
This contract emphasises Kontron’s experience in high-performance computing solutions for connected and autonomous vehicles. As part of the agreement, Kontron will supply 5G-based Network Access Devices (NADs), supporting the automotive industry’s transition to 5G technology. As adoption of 5G continues to grow, these modules are a key part of vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-infrastructure communication. Production will be in 2026.
The achievement was supported by the company’s strategy, announced in September 2024, to develop and manufacture 5G modules entirely in Europe, ensuring compliance with strict European regulations. The move is promoting Europe’s technological independence and increasing stability of the supply chain.
“We are excited to further expand our presence in the automotive market with this major contract,” said Hannes Niederhauser, CEO of Kontron. “Our 5G IoT technology, developed and manufactured exclusively in Europe, is key to enabling the next generation of connected and autonomous vehicles as the automotive sector increasingly relies on 5G for faster and safer data communication.”
The market for 5G automotive NAD is expected to reach more than $10 billion by 2030. Kontron is well-placed to meet the growing demand for vehicle electrification, connectivity, and automation.
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