HERE Technologies recognizes industry leaders with 2026 Horizon Awards at HERE Directions
Industry pioneers recognized for advancing innovation in software-defined vehicles, logistics and location intelligence.
HERE Technologies, the world’s leading mapping and location data company, today unveiled the inaugural recipients of the HERE Horizon Awards, recognizing six industry leaders that are redefining the future of mobility, logistics and AI-powered experiences through groundbreaking applications of location technology. The HERE Horizon Awards celebrate organizations that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible with location technology, helping shape the future of mobility, logistics and AI innovation across industries. The 2026 HERE Horizon Award recipients are:
BMW recognized for its use of seamless mapping technology to deliver a next-gen L2+ ADAS experience in the BMW iX3, the first member of the Neue Klasse family of vehicles.
Porsche recognized for agility in innovation with the rapid deployment of its next-gen, SDV-ready infotainment experience across the Porsche lineup.
QCraft recognized for enabling world-scale autonomous driving with the global launch of its Urban NOA (U-NOA) solution, as part of the QPilot end-to-end AD solution.
ThunderSoft recognized for innovation in location and sensor data fusion as part of AquaDrive AIOS, its advanced digital cockpit platform for AI-defined vehicles.
Hapag-Lloyd recognized for operational excellence in location and logistics with Hapag-Lloyd Live Position, delivering real-time, door-to-door shipping container visibility.
Radaro recognized for its fully-integrated, intelligent last-mile delivery platform powered by a comprehensive suite of HERE Location Services.
"Each recipient has demonstrated a commitment to innovation and a willingness to challenge convention," said Jason Jameson, Chief Customer Officer at HERE Technologies. "We are proud to work alongside organizations that are redefining what's possible in their industries." The awards were presented during HERE Directions 2026, where customers, partners and industry leaders gathered to explore the future of location technology, AI-powered innovation and software-defined mobility.
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