Wheere

Wheere's patented technology utilizes low-frequency waves and a proprietary algorithm to achieve sub-meter accuracy, even through dense obstacles like up to 50 meters of concrete. A key feature of the system is its scalability; just four antennas, or gateways, can cover an area of one square kilometer, geolocating an unlimited number of devices. This system operates independently of GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems), ensuring functionality in GPS-denied environments. The product range includes gateways that transmit signals, electronic modules that can be integrated into third-party devices, ready-to-use trackers for people and objects, and cloud-based software for system administration and data visualization.

The company's business model involves the sale of its hardware, including gateways and trackers, and potentially recurring revenue through its cloud software and API integration. Wheere targets several key markets, including Industry 4.0, security and defense, healthcare, and smart cities. Applications range from optimizing logistics and enhancing worker safety on industrial sites to coordinating emergency response teams and managing equipment in hospitals. In July 2023, Wheere secured €11 million in a seed funding round from investors including Blast.Club, Sofilaro, and Bpifrance. The company has demonstrated its technology's capabilities, including a deployment for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in partnership with the Paris Fire Brigade.

Looking ahead, Wheere has an ambitious roadmap. By 2027, the company plans to release an ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) version of its receiver module to significantly reduce size, cost, and power consumption. The long-term vision includes launching a constellation of LEO PNT (Low Earth Orbit Positioning, Navigation, and Timing) satellites by 2030 to provide global coverage without the need for terrestrial antennas, aiming to become a worldwide standard for indoor positioning.