Communicate and connect reliably, anytime, anywhere
Advanced satellite and mobile technologies, delivering resilient, assured connectivity and situational awareness to high-value assets, from any location on the planet.
Delivering industry-defining integrated mobile satellite, cellular and APNT communications products
NAL Technologies (Naltec) is an industry-leading provider of advanced connectivity and critical assurance technology. With nearly two decades of satellite communications and engineering expertise, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving land, sea, and air connectivity needs for a combined government, defense, and commercial customer base. Our powerful military-grade devices, innovative hardware, and flexible cloud-based applications enable continuous communications and assured positioning, navigational, and timing (APNT) connectivity from any location in the world.
Headquartered in Manassas, Va., with a Blue Sky Network office in São Paulo, Brazil, we serve a network of customers and partners across more than 50 countries.
Dependable global coverage and resilient connectivity, when and where you need it
COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH
Our comprehensive and complete portfolio of satellite-based tracking systems, software solutions, two-way devices, and hardware are ideal for communications of all sizes.
DEEP EXPERTISE
Deep expertise in connectivity, intelligent fleet management, and positioning, navigation and timing—backed by excellent service and a collaborative, solutions-first approach toward innovation.
COMPLETELY GLOBAL COVERAGE
Resilient global satellite communications and APNT solutions effortlessly deliver two-way communications and complement GNSS/GPS, even when other infrastructures fail.
Our History
1997
NAL RESEARCH IS FOUNDED TO SUPPORT U.S. GOVERNMENT WITH FIRST SHOUT TRACKING DEVICE
2001
Blue Sky Network is founded to serve the aviation satcom market
2007
First dual-mode satellite and cellular connectivity solution launches
2008
NAL Research introduces first GPS-enabled asset tracking solution
2010
Blue Sky Network expands to Sao Paulo, Brazil
2015
NAL Research partners with Satelles to develop initial STL/APNT solutions
2016
ACR Group acquires NAL Research
2018
Blue Sky Network acquires Applied Satellite Engineering
2019
Blue Sky Network Receives First FAA Certification for GADSS-Compliant Distress Tracking Solution for Commercial Airlines
NAL Research launches alternative location & timing module (ALTM) Gen1 APNT module
2021
NAL Research launches Quicksilver, powered by Iridium's new Certus-100 midband service, and ALMT Gen2 with enhanced features
SkyLink product launches and is awarded with MSAU's Award for Outstanding Innovation
2023
NAL Research integrates APNT into defense, aviation, & uncrewed systems
2024
NAL Research and Blue Sky Network merge
SkyLink Citadel antipiracy maritime solution with integrated PNT launches
2025
NAL Research achieves ISO 9001 Certification
PntGuard, first-of-its-kind maritime navigation and situational awareness solution, launches
2026
NAL Technologies (Naltec) launches as new combined company identity
Meet the leadership team
Robert Bills
Chief Executive Officer
Dean Luman
Vice President, Finance
Ron Hume
Chief Technology Officer
Ârnâldo Vascońcellos
General Manager, Brasil
Ngoc Hoang
Chief Strategy Officer
Unparalleled value, innovation, and combined industry leadership
Naltec is part Acron Technologies holding company and global thought leader in satellite-based communication, navigation, and rescue technologies for the world’s most demanding conditions. Together with our sister companies, we provide defense and enterprise customers around the globe and across industries with innovative, customized, and reliable products from flight data operations to emergency communications and safety solutions and more.
Careers at NAL Technologies (Naltec)
At Naltec, we employ engineering-forward, creative, and ambitious individuals passionate about helping our customers achieve mission success. We are always looking for talented people to join our growing team.