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Connecting Science. Shaping Navigation.
DGON brings together academia, industry, public authorities, users and operators. Together, we foster scientific and technical exchange in positioning, navigation and localization.
75+ years
Pioneering Expertise
For more than 75 years, DGON has been promoting scientific and technical exchange in the fields of maritime transport, aviation, space and land transportation.
Insights from Our NetworkNews
Stay up to date with news from DGON, our expert committees, conferences and projects.
Our Conferences
Our conferences bring together experts from academia, industry and public authorities. They foster international exchange on the latest developments in positioning, navigation and related technologies.
Our Partners
DGON’s partners include companies, research institutions, public authorities and professional associations working in the fields of positioning, navigation and related technologies.
FAQFrequently Asked Questions
DGON is open to all interested individuals and organizations — from students and researchers to representatives from industry, public authorities and start-ups.
Corporate membership in DGON gives companies, research institutions, public authorities and organizations access to a strong expert network in positioning, navigation and related technologies.
Your benefits:
- Exchange with experts from academia, industry and public authorities.
- Participation in expert committees and working groups.
- Access to the latest developments and technological trends.
- Participation in DGON events at attractive rates.
- Building new contacts and partnerships.
Members can actively contribute to DGON’s expert committees, share their knowledge and work together with experts from academia, industry and public authorities on current topics in navigation and positioning.
Yes. DGON supports students, doctoral candidates and early-career professionals through networking with experts, participation in professional events and targeted initiatives for the next generation of researchers.
With the Leo Brandt Award, DGON recognizes outstanding scientific work and promotes innovative ideas in positioning, navigation and related technologies.
For membership fees, a separate donation certificate is generally not required. Proof of payment is usually sufficient for tax purposes.
For donations, we will be happy to issue a donation receipt upon request.
Voices from Our Network Why do leading experts engage with DGON?
Members from academia, industry and public authorities share the value DGON brings to their daily work and why interdisciplinary exchange is so important to them.
“DGON brings together academia, industry and public authorities, providing a unique platform for interdisciplinary exchange. This collaboration accelerates the transfer of new technologies into practice, supports the development of common standards and ultimately helps to create safe, economically viable and future-ready navigation and automation solutions.”
Dipl.-Ing. Thoralf Noack
Coordinator for Maritime Research at DLR
“What I value most about DGON is the professional exchange, informal dialogue and strong networking, particularly in the field of radar technology.”
Dr.-Ing. Andreas Danklmayer
Fraunhofer-Institut für Hochfrequenzphysik und Radartechnik FHR / Vorsitzender des DGON-Fachausschusses Radartechnik
“Technological developments rarely happen in isolation – exchanging ideas with other experts is essential. DGON provides us with an excellent network for sharing knowledge, gaining new perspectives and working together to shape the future of navigation and sensor technology.”
Dr. Uwe Herberth
CTO, Leiter Innovation & Technologie bei LITEF
“DGON is important to me because it provides an excellent platform for connecting and exchanging ideas with all the key stakeholders in the field of navigation in Germany. It also offers highly engaging workshops and working group meetings where interesting research projects from German institutes and companies are presented in a concentrated and accessible format.”
Karen von Huenerbein
Application Engineer for Satellite Navigation, Lange-Electronic GmbH
Your BenefitsBecome part of the DGON network.
The DGON brings together academia, industry, government agencies, users, and operators. As a member, you’ll benefit from a strong professional network, scientific exchange, and attractive rates for our events.
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