We’re Meratch
We design IoT sensors and software that let water speak — transforming its flow into knowledge and its power into sustainable action. From flood protection to industrial efficiency, every drop matters.
Our values
Agility
& Flexibility
We adapt effectively in a fast‑changing world.
Humor
& Positive Vibe
We believe a great attitude inspires great results.
Love
& Integrity
We care about what we build and stand behind it.
Proactivity
& Persistence
We take initiative and see things through.
Development
& Innovation
We constantly improve and explore new ideas.
Our vision
We imagine a world where water speaks and every community listens, living in harmony with nature’s most vital force.
Our mission
Deliver real-time, affordable water data anywhere on Earth so people, property and nature stay safe.
We build on decades of experience
Tens of hydrology projects, research and development, and deployments – all under our belt. We try to imbue our products with the wisdom accumulated over a long time. These are the people behind them.
Peter Gabris
Hydrologist
Senior Computational Hydrologist with extensive experience and co-author of multiple flood forecasting systems for large river basins, which have been successfully utilized over many years.
Jozef Pecho
Climate analyst
Jozef has strong expertise in climate analysis and the evaluation of climate risks and extremes. Within Meratch, he translates climate data into actionable insights for hydroclimatic monitoring and forecasting solutions.
Miroslav Singer
Meteorologist
Miroslav has expertise in weather analysis, forecasting, and meteorological tool enhancement, with a primary focus on local severe weather phenomena. He works on the development and evaluation of nowcasting weather models for Meratch.
Viera Rattayova
Data scientist in Hydroclimatology
Viera is a scientist in hydroclimatology with a focus on data science, processing of remote sensing-based datasets, and the application of AI algorithms in hydroclimatological modeling. In the Meratch project, she contributes to the design of methodology and workflows for hydrological modeling.
Vladimir Chudoba
GIS expert
Vladimir has a background in GIS gained through research-oriented work focused on water systems and hydrological modeling. In the Meratch project, he develops and integrates spatial data workflows and geospatial analyses that form the backbone of hydrological modeling and risk evaluation.
Ondrej Zavodsky
HW lead engineer
With background in hardware engineering gained through research-oriented work focused on IoT electronic device design, he develops and integrates low-power IoT architectures and microcontroller workflows—notably for the skCUBE satellite project—that form the backbone of advanced sensing, stratospheric landing systems, and industrial monitoring solutions.
Milan Onderka
Hydrologist & Climatologist
Milan has expertise in hydrology and climatology, with a focus on meteorological and precipitation extremes. At Meratch, he contributes to the analysis and interpretation of extreme precipitation events to support the development of robust hydroclimatic monitoring and modelling tools.
Tomas Zvolensky
Business development manager
With background in wireless technologies, marketing, and business development, he helps Meratch customers figure out specifics of their wireless sensing projects and guides their buying journey.
Stefan Kadlic
Software Development
Head of the software department driving technical direction and execution across Meratch software projects. He works closely with hardware and science teams to deliver dependable systems for monitoring, analytics, and forecasting.
Alexander Kutka
Project manager
An experienced project manager focusing on implementing a world-renowed methodology called EOS—The Entrepreneurial Operating System, a comprehensive management framework, designed to help leadership teams gain control, improve efficiency, and achieve business growth.
Our Milestones
2025
New Rainfall and Soil Moisture Sensors
Installed eight sensors in the Svidník area, completing the operational chain for the FLOPRES project.
Tackling Water Management Challenges
Launched a solution to mitigate the consequences of climate change by monitoring water levels. MERATCH provides flash flood alerts and simplifies groundwater measurement in challenging locations.
Prestigious Grant Awarded
Secured a competitive research and development grant from the Slovak Research and Development Agency (APVV).
Comprehensive ISO Certifications
Achieved ISO 14001, 9001, 45001, and 27001 certifications, underscoring our commitment to quality and sustainability.
Winning Czech Tender for IoT Sensors
Developed and delivered 409 IoT Pressure Level Sensors to the Český hydrometeorologický ústav, transforming water management, even in remote areas.
Prestigious Grant Awarded
Secured a competitive research and development grant from the Slovak Research and Development Agency (APVV).
Launch of Hydroportal
Unveiled Hydroportal, a web-based app providing real-time data from deployed sensors to clients.
Launch of GOFACTORY System
Developed GOFACTORY, an internal system that optimizes production management and offers real-time shipment updates to clients.
Building Digital Flood Infrastructure
Developed digital infrastructure within FLOPRES to mitigate flash flood risks and protect citizens.
Spectrometry Lab Inauguration
Utilizing spectroscopy, we expanded MERATCH's capabilities to detect nitrates, nitrites, turbidity, and pH levels in water, unlocking new avenues for the product.
Top 10 in Brew Accelerator with MERATCH
MERATCH earned a spot in the top 10 worldwide, gaining entry into the prestigious Brew Accelerator program organized by the Water Council in Milwaukee.
Launch of Smart Water Wells
Following our success in the Brew Accelerator and our newfound expertise in water quality testing, we launched a new spinoff from MERATCH—Smart Water Wells. This turnkey solution empowers well owners with real-time water quality monitoring capabilities.
FLOPRES: The Flash Flood Prevention Initiative
GOSPACE LABS signed with the CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, as a delegate of the European Commission, a contract for the FLOPRES project - a unique system of forecasting and prevention against flash floods.
Full-Scale ISO Certification Achievement
GOSPACE LABS achieved a significant milestone by earning four esteemed ISO certifications: ISO 14001, 9001, 45001, and 27001. This accomplishment underscores our commitment to quality, environmental management, occupational health and safety, and information security, marking us as a fully certified leader in the tech industry.
TOP 10 in the Challenger AI Accelerator
GOSPACE LABS proudly landed a spot among the top 10 companies selected for the Challenger AI program! This achievement accelerated our AI/ML solutions and expanded our network with invaluable connections to experts, investors, and partners.
Transition to GOSPACE LABS
Marking a decade of innovation, we've transitioned from GOSPACE TECH to GOSPACE LABS. This rebranding marks our shift to an open lab model, inviting collaboration with tech talents to co-create solutions for global challenges.
2nd place in the Global NOVARIUM accelerator in Quebec, Canada
The ports of Montreal, Quebec and Trois-Rivières have joined forces to launch an innovation challenge aimed at finding new methods and technologies for monitoring runoff water. MERATCH won second place and got an invitation to participate in the challenge across the globe.
MERATCH Tops Challenger Accelerator
Our MERATCH won the Challenger Accelerator Green and Digital 2022, decided by an international jury of investors and experts.
In-House Innovations with Mechanical Lab
The establishment of our own mechanical lab at GOSPACE TECH enabled us to innovate and create in-house cutting-edge solutions for our clients.
Water Tech Challenge Victory
MERATCH, with its contactless water quality sensors, won the Aater Tech Challenge organized by the Water Council in Milwuakee, Wisconsin.
Spotlight in Deloitte’s Fast 50
GOSPACE TECH was named among Deloitte’s Fast 50, a prestigious recognition honoring our rapid growth, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit.
Achievement of Major ISO Certifications
Secured major ISO certifications in Quality Management, Environmental Management, and Occupational Health and Safety.
Tackling Water Management Challenges
Launched a solution to mitigate the consequences of climate change by monitoring water levels. MERATCH provides flash flood alerts and simplifies groundwater measurement in challenging locations.
Strategic Partnerships with Vodafone & Deutsche Telekom
GOSPACE TECH was onboarded as an IoT solution partner by telecommunications giants Vodafone and Deutsche Telekom.
Founding "I Want Smart City" Cluster
We founded the “I want Smart City” cluster “ of Slovak innovative companies, promoting Smart City solutions and projects.
Engineering Expansion to Žilina
Our team of Hardware and Software engineers got bigger and expanded into another city - Žilina, Slovakia.
ESA’s SALSA Project Participation
In the SALSA project, we engineered and tested an autonomous landing system for our stratospheric probe, utilizing on-board GPS and motion sensors, a motor-driven gliding parachute, and advanced control software, enhancing safety and reducing payload recovery times.
Pioneering NB-IoT with T-Mobile US
The very first deployment of NB-IoT use case (ever!) with T-Mobile US (Seattle)
New home at the University Science Park
Relocated to Comenius Science Park University in Bratislava, Slovakia.
State-of-the-Art IoT Tracker Launched
In 2017, GOSPACE TECH introduced a state-of-the-art IoT Tracker, one of the first to integrate signals from GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and the newly operational Galileo satellite network, achieving unprecedented accuracy in real-time vehicle tracking. It's the second product from our Lab.
Founding Slovak Aerospace Cluster
GOSPACE TECH together with two partners active in the field of aerospace industry, founded the Slovak Aerospace Cluster (SASC).
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