The Company
TwoNav, More Than GPS, an Experience
Explore the history of TwoNav, a leader in outdoor navigation. From its beginnings in 2001 to today, they have revolutionized how we enjoy the great outdoors. Discover their milestones and achievements, from specialized software development to cutting-edge devices. Join this exciting timeline that combines technology and adventure. Welcome to the world of TwoNav.
Made by and for athletes
We infuse our adventurous spirit and passion for the outdoors into everything we do because we are also athletes. We want to be your adventure companion, by your side from the moment you plan your outing until you return home.
Our priority, your safety
We continuously improve our software and GPS systems. We review every phase of the manufacturing process and ensure optimal quality. We maximize the precision and reliability of our devices to guarantee the most important thing: your safety.
A global community of adventurers
TwoNav is present in over 20 countries worldwide, and we continue to expand our market year after year. This global presence is the result of years of dedication and commitment to quality and innovation in the navigation and cartography industry. Our goal is to bring TwoNav's excellence to more places and communities around the world.
Timeline
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2001 Ivan Twose, along with a group of enthusiasts, begins developing software to check waypoints in paragliding championships. CompeGPS, TwoNav's first creation, is born in his grandmother's garage in Arenys de Mar -
2002 One of TwoNav's early products, CompeGPS Competition, quickly becomes one of the world's most popular software for preparing paragliding competitions (Europe, Latin America, Japan, etc.) -
2003 Land, a software for various outdoor sports and disciplines, is launched, achieving precision and safety in route planning. CompeGPS Team, SL is formally established. Land has since accumulated over 600,000 downloads -
2004 TwoNav establishes collaborations with the most relevant cartographic institutes in the world, such as IGN France, IGN Spain, BKG in Germany, and Ordnance & Survey in the UK, to display their maps on Land and Air. More publishers have been added since then. Currently, over 30,000 maps from around the world are available -
2005 TwoNav is launched, navigation software for early mobile devices like Nokia's Symbian phones and Windows Mobile PDAs. It offers dual navigation: roadmaps from TomTom and topographic maps for the mountains -
2006 TwoNav showcases its products at the first 3GSM international mobile fair, a precursor to the Mobile World Congress, introducing 3D cartography. The Broadcast fleet control system is introduced, allowing the tracking of 'tracker' devices using an adapted version of Land -
2007 TwoNav software gains international recognition, leading to joint projects with other brands (Medion, IGN, Blusens, Belson, SpeedSound, etc.) that incorporate TwoNav software into their devices -
2008 Aventura, TwoNav's first handheld GPS with a 3.5" transflective screen and interchangeable battery, is launched. International expansion begins, and new facilities open in Arenys de Mar -
2009 TwoNav collaborates with active tourism companies like Camí de Cavalls, Burricleta, and Haute Route. TwoNav software and hardware are adapted to meet each customer's needs. A fleet control solution for hunting dogs is developed, including transmitter collars and a receiver adapted to the Aventura device -
2010 Sportiva, a device focused on cycling, is launched with great success in stores like Decathlon. It is followed by Sportiva+ and Sportiva 2. Land 7 is introduced, modernizing the user interface, streamlining work with multiple views, and adding a novel system for photo and video synchronization and georeferencing -
2011 TwoNav is one of the first European companies to launch an application for Apple's iPhone. A year later, the Android version is released, accumulating over 500,000 downloads since then -
2012 Ultra, a wrist device precursor to sports watches, is launched. Ultra stands out for its exceptional performance in a compact size, featuring a powerful touchscreen and long-lasting battery for maximum functionality in a portable design -
2013 Delta, a device with a 4.3" panoramic screen designed for motorcycle and marine use with Navionics marine cartography, is launched. Delta's screen is the widest in the entire TwoNav commercial catalog -
2014 Anima is launched, revolutionizing the 3" device market. Anima is the evolution of the successful Sportiva, and its popularity is so great that a few months later, TwoNav introduces Anima+ with sensor connectivity -
2015 Amigos is introduced, a TwoNav feature that allows real-time position sharing from wherever you are. It can be used in both Land and the TwoNav app and includes a chat feature for instant interaction with contacts -
2016 The hardware development process is internalized, and production is moved to Spain. Models like Velo, Horizon, Trail, and Aventura based on Linux are launched. A successful new version of the route planning software, Land 8, is released -
2017 TwoNav develops its first sports watch, which remains a fantastic prototype due to ongoing projects -
2018 The GO Cloud is created, a virtual space to upload activities and waypoints to a secure and accessible repository from anywhere in the world. Since then, the GO Cloud has accumulated more than 2,000,000 tracks -
2019 Focusing on sustainability and local production, GPS manufacturing is moved to TwoNav's facilities, and Trail 2, Cross, and Aventura 2 are launched -
2020 TwoNav opens its own stores on major marketplaces like Amazon, Decathlon, PC Components, AllTricks, Sprinter, El Corte Inglés, etc. During the COVID-19 pandemic, TwoNav collaborates with healthcare professionals by 3D printing protective masks -
2021 TwoNav consolidates all its products into a comprehensive Ecosystem of solutions for outdoor activity preparation and navigation (Land, GPS, Apps, GO Cloud, Maps), widely used by professionals and emergency services in multiple countries -
2022 Land 9 is introduced as a subscription model, attracting a growing community of passionate users. Terra, a large-screen GPS designed especially for gravel biking, is launched, subsequently winning the prestigious 2023 World of MTB award for the best GPS. Trail 2 Plus, Cross Plus, and Aventura 2 Plus models are updated -
2023 For the fourth consecutive year, a TwoNav device claims victory in the prestigious Titan Desert orienteering race in the Moroccan desert. This success reaffirms confidence in the quality and performance of TwoNav products, used by both professionals and passionate adventurers
We keep on working for you
TwoNav continues to evolve and expand its presence in the market, providing a comprehensive ecosystem of outdoor navigation solutions. Their commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction makes them a preferred choice for exploration and outdoor enthusiasts.
Join the TwoNav community and enjoy an exceptional navigation experience on your outdoor adventures!