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Directed Technologies accelerates Southeast Asia expansion with GPS2GO acquisition
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20 July 2026
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Fusion42 · 20 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
Directed Technologies acquires Thailand-based GPS2GO to strengthen its telematics and connected vehicle presence across Southeast Asia, integrating local expertise with its global e.things platform to serve OEMs and fleet operators across the region.
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◆ The Wire takeaway
If you sell fleet tracking, asset management, or vehicle connectivity into Southeast Asia, a global player just bought local distribution and regulatory expertise in your highest-margin market. You now compete against someone with a government-approved tech suite and direct OEM relationships.
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Fleet Management · IoT & Edge · telematics · fleet-management · southeast-asia · iot · automotive-tech · m-and-a