Tern
Tern’s patented Independently Derived Positioning System (IDPS™) powers vehicle positioning without satellites excelling where GPS fails.
Problem
GPS and GNSS rely on satellites, making them vulnerable to jamming, signal loss, and obstructions. In dense forests where Coillte operates, these failures lead to lost time and fuel, forcing reroutes through better-connected but less direct paths.
Solution
Tern’s Independently-Derived Positioning System (IDPS™) software applies proprietary artificial intelligence to constantly evolving map and vehicle sensor data, integrating seamlessly to power vehicle positioning without signal, resulting in the most efficient and reliable navigation experience yet.
Meet the Team
Tern’s founders, AI expert Shaun Moore and former special operator turned entrepreneur Brett Harrison, bring deep expertise in AI, technology, and navigation, combining real-world experience with cutting-edge innovation to redefine what’s possible in positioning technology.
Shaun Moore
CEO / Co-Founder
Brett Harrison
President / Co-Founder
Company Information
Founded: 2022 | Country (Inc): USA | Location: Austin, Texas | Team Size: 8
Sector: Navigation, Vehicle Wayfinding, Autonomous Vehicle Tech
Why Coillte is exploring smarter forestry logistics
Coillte needs to solve the problem of routing timber-laden trucks through dense forest conditions efficiently, where traditional GPS often fails due to signalling errors - Tern’s solution requires no external signals, base stations, or other supplementary equipment in order to locate a vehicle within an environment, enabling shorter, more fuel-conscious routes that save both time and money.
