Navigon
Navigon GmbH was a Würzburg, Germany-based manufacturer of GPS devices and GPS navigation software. The company was privately owned, until in June 2011, it was announced that Navigon was to be acquired by Garmin and become a subsidiary of the company. With effect from October 31, 2011, Navigon has changed its legal entity from corporation (Aktiengesellschaft) to GmbH.
The official Navigon corporate logo as of 2016. | |
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Industry | Information and communications technology |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Defunct | December 1, 2020 |
| Fate | Discontinued |
| Headquarters | Würzburg, Germany |
| Products | GPS navigation software GPS navigation devices |
Number of employees | 400 (2008) |
| Parent | Garmin (2011-2020) |
| Website | navigon |
Navigon's products included Navigon branded personal navigation devices as well as OEM software for the navigation, wireless, and automotive sectors. Navigon had offices in Asia, Europe, and North America, and employed more than 400 people. Navigon AG was purchased and fully acquired by Garmin Ltd. in July 2011. On December 1, 2020, Garmin has announced the discontinuation of Navigon products and customer service.