The company
Sometimes history repeats itself
King Harald Bluetooth ruled Norway in late 900 A.D. and was described as being exceptional at connecting people and cultures. This inspired the naming of Bluetooth® (Bluetooth Low Energy) technology by Ericsson in the 1990s, a technology that enables the short-range exchange of wireless data. As with the power of kings, technology evolves.
In 986 A.D. Sweyn Forkbeard, who was known for his navigational expertise, revolted against his father, King Bluetooth, and eventually became his successor. Forkbeard technology similarly represents a new paradigm in wireless connectivity and accurate indoor positioning, complementing the performance of Bluetooth Low Energy-only technology for indoor positioning. Forkbeard technology combines the capability of Bluetooth Low Energy with the proven accuracy of ultrasound location technology.
This results in delivering the best indoor navigational accuracy and experience combined with the best-in-class indoor positioning and location accuracy.
Forkbeard Technologies AS
Forkbeard Technologies AS was established in February 2019 as a sister company to Sonitor Technologies AS. Building on Sonitor’s 20-year tradition of excellence in ultrasound-based positioning, Forkbeard Technologies provides the technology and building blocks to take the GPS revolution indoors.
Forkbeard Technologies AS and Sonitor Technologies AS are both subsidiaries of Sonitor IPS Holding AS.
Management
Arne Øyen
CEO
Arne has an extensive background ranging from software development to technology and commercial management (CEO/VP), with experience from Kongsberg Group and Schlumberger. He holds a MSc in Engineering Cybernetics from the Norwegian Institute of Technology.
Endre Bakka
Engineering
Endre’s professional background is in embedded software development and technology management. He has worked with Sonitor and Unicef and holds an MSc from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
Per Kristian Gjermshus
Cloud
Per Kristian has a background in architecture, software development, cloud and technology management. He has worked with Sonitor, Microsoft, and Nokia, and has an MSc from the University of Oslo.
Kristen Tinus Torp
Operations
Kristen has more than 10 years of international executive experience in establishing and running operational units within emerging industries. He holds a B.A. in Management in addition to M.A. studies in HR from University of Newcastle.
Cyril Antille
Smartphone & SDK
Cyril has a background in digital signal processing and software development. He has worked with Sonitor and Schlumberger WesternGeco. He hold a MSc from the University of Oslo and BSc from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology of Lausanne (EPFL).