Business Model

Growing markets

Gapwaves challenges traditional antenna technology with a unique solution that combines high performance with standardized manufacturing methods, resulting in a cost-effective product suitable for high-volume production. Our focus markets are waveguide antennas for radar, with application areas such as the automotive industry, autonomous last mile delivery, traffic management and surveillance, and waveguide antennas for wireless communication.

Smart business model

Gapwaves’ business model is built around customer-financed development of prototypes, transitioning into high-volume manufacturing where Gapwaves can serve as a comprehensive supplier.

Gapwaves has in-house production for assembly and testing of lower volumes, and established collaborations in place with specialized, qualified external production partners for high-volume production.

As a comprehensive supplier, Gapwaves takes responsibility for the entire supply chain – from innovation and design, to production and delivery. By serving as the customer’s sole contact, Gapwaves simplifies and optimizes the process, reducing time frames.

Technology leadership with extensive patent portfolio

Gapwaves’ business is built on advanced technology with a strong IP portfolio, including 44 active patent families, giving the company’s technology global protection. The patent portfolio is continuously expanded and with waveguide technology as the foundation, the company’s patent strategy aims to create conditions for the long-term development of future antenna products within high and very high radio frequencies.

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