Sergiu Ceausu, Head of the 3D Scanning Department at GISCAD, recently shared the fascinating details of a LiDAR cave mapping project in Romania. To delve deeper into his expertise and career, we invited him for an interview to discuss his background, experiences in the industry, technological insights, and his vision for the future of the field. 📍 Career History & […]
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Introducing Blink by FARO Technologies: Reality Capture Reimagined with Stunning Visuals, Automated Workflows and One Touch Insights LAKE MARY, Fla. (April 15, 2025) — FARO® Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO) has announced the launch of a unique 3D reality capture solution, FARO Blink, marking an important milestone in its mission to streamline and democratize the process of 3D reality capture. A software-driven solution, Blink combines […]
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Recordings Available Now for the RIEGL Ultimate LiDAR March Webinars! Watch the recordings now to explore cutting-edge RIEGL technology and gain expert insights shared during the March webinars! Click HERE to access the recording for “Unlocking RiLOC: Discovering the potential of the new RIEGL IMU” and the entire webinar playlist. This webinar gave an in-depth examination of RIEGL‘s RiLOC system, highlighting the detailed […]
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Originally constructed in 1866 and reconstructed in 1906, the Susquehanna River Bridge is a significant piece of infrastructure spanning the Susquehanna River in Maryland. Part of Amtrak’s Northeast Corridor, the bridge features large stone and concrete piers and operates as a swing bridge, allowing the rails to disconnect and open for shipping traffic. However, the ability to open and close […]
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GeoCue Brings Drone LiDAR Technology to Madison City Schools STEM Program A Day of Discovery: GeoCue Presents Drone LiDAR Tech to Local 5th Graders In an engaging and educational outreach initiative, GeoCue recently visited Mill Creek Elementary in Madison, Alabama, to introduce fifth graders to cutting-edge drone and LiDAR technology. Jake Fields, a UAS Service and Support Technician at GeoCue, led the interactive […]
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USIBD Announces Acquisition of Scan to BIM University (STBU) from ClearEdge 3D, Strengthening Industry Education and Training [Tustin, CA] — March 31, 2025— The U.S. Institute of Building Documentation (USIBD) proudly announces the acquisition of Scan to BIM University (STBU) from ClearEdge 3D, marking a significant milestone in the organization’s commitment to advancing education and professional development within the building […]
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OxTS launches WayFinder and LiDAR Boost for GNSS-denied localisation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Middleton Stoney, UK – OxTS is extremely proud to launch WayFinder, a complete localisation solution for any environment, even GNSS-denied spaces. Functioning out of the box with no need for additional hardware, WayFinder uses a new, unique software called LiDAR Boost to provide accurate localisation both in, and […]
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In The News: RIEGL’s Airborne Bathymetric LiDAR – Revolutionizing Hydrographic Surveying The following article by Janowski, Tysiąc, and Mandlburger provides a comprehensive understanding of Bathymetric technology, detailing its applications and benefits. In their insightful article on Hydro International, Łukasz Janowski, Paweł Tysiąc, and Gottfried Mandlburger delve into the immense potential of airborne bathymetric LiDAR and RIEGL technology to revolutionize hydrographic surveying. They explore its applications […]
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March 21, 2025 – UN World Day for Glaciers Project Pressure Rwenzori Expedition maps Uganda’s disappearing tropical glaciersABSTRACTNestled on the Uganda-DR Congo border, the Rwenzori Mountains—a UNESCO World Heritage site—are home tosome of the world’s last tropical glaciers. Project Pressure, in collaboration with UNESCO and the Uganda Wildlife Authority, led a groundbreaking expedition tothe Rwenzori surveying all three mountains (Stanley, […]
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FARO Technologies Unveils Upgrades to FARO Zone 3D The Next Generation in Public Safety and Forensics Software Lake Mary, Florida | March 18, 2025- FARO® Technologies, Inc. has unveiled significant enhancements to its FARO Zone software suite. FARO Zone 3D now offers three distinct packages, including the new 3D Expert Plus. This new package features capabilities such as integrated point cloud registration and […]
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In the News: RIEGL’s Cutting-Edge Technology Unveils Ancient Secrets at Cahokia Mounds In a groundbreaking collaboration, RIEGL‘s advanced geospatial technology is playing a pivotal role in uncovering the mysteries of Cahokia Mounds, one of North America’s most significant archaeological sites. The RIEGL miniVUX-3UAV system, a state-of-the-art airborne laser scanner, is at the forefront of this exploration, providing researchers with unprecedented precision and efficiency. Designed […]
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In the News: RIEGL’s LiDAR Technology Discovers Hidden Ancient Cities and Sheds Light on Lost Civilizations A publication in Salon highlighted how LiDAR is transforming archaeology by uncovering ancient cities and historical sites. In his interview, Ron Chapple, Vice President of Global Strategic Solutions at NV5 Geospatial and former CEO of GEO1, speaks about how he and his team use RIEGL LiDAR technology for creating detailed […]
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SBG Systems unveils the new Ellipse: a leap in performance with a simple and free firmware upgrade Carrières-sur-Seine, March 10th, 2025 – SBG Systems is thrilled to announce the New Ellipse, a groundbreaking upgrade for the Ellipse product line. Whether you’re using an AHRS or INS version, this simple and free firmware upgrade transforms your trusted hardware into a more […]
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In the News: NV5 Geospatial and USGS Release High-Resolution LiDAR Data of Palisades and Eaton Fire Burn Areas Collected with RIEGL Technology RIEGL technology played a crucial role in the successful release of high-resolution LiDAR data for the Palisades and Eaton Fire burn areas in California. This data, collected by NV5 and utilizing RIEGL’s VQ-1560 II and Applanix IMU, is now freely available to […]
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RIEGL Asia Pacific Attended the 91st ASEAN Flag Council Meeting March 5, 2025 · by RIEGL February 18, 2025 – Marcos Garcia, Managing Director of RIEGL Asia Pacific, attended the 91st ASEAN Flag Council Meeting to officially receive the certificate of corporate membership of the ASEAN Federation of Land Surveying and Geomatics (ASEAN FLAG). The event marked a significant milestone for RIEGL Asia Pacific, highlighting its commitment to […]
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Unlocking the Secrets of Ancient Trees with RIEGL Terrestrial LiDAR Researchers from University College London (UCL), the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, and the National Centre for Earth Observation (NCEO) are collaborating with RIEGL UK to gain new insights into some of the UK’s rare and exceptional ancient oak trees using the RIEGL VZ-400i terrestrial laser scanner. The SCATTER project (Scanning Ancient Trees with Terrestrial LiDAR) employs […]
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Enhancing Industrial Plant Layouts with Efficient Point cloud to CAD IntroductionIn the industrial sector, precision and efficiency are paramount when designing and optimizing plant layouts. Traditional methods of measurement and documentation are often time-consuming and prone to errors. However, with advancements in technology, LiDAR-based point cloud to CAD conversion has emerged as a game-changer. This approach not only enhances accuracy […]
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Eagle Mapping Celebrates 40 Years in Business and Acquires 10th RIEGL Sensor Purchasing their Second VQ-780 II-S from RIEGL Canada Michael Sitar, Managing Director of RIEGL Canada and James Hume, President of Eagle Mapping closing the deal for the new VQ-780 II-S purchase during Geo Week 2025 RIEGL is proud to announce that Eagle Mapping, a leading geospatial data provider, […]
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Bridger Photonics Expands Aerial Methane Detection to Phillips 66’s Entire Midstream Operations BOZEMAN, Mont. Feb. 25, 2025 -Bridger Photonics Inc. (“Bridger”) has expanded its partnership with Phillips 66 across the operator’s entire midstream value chain to further enhance methane leak detection. This expanded effort includes aerial scans twice per year using state-of-the-art methane detecting sensors to identify emissions, further strengthening […]
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Reimagining Infrastructure with Advanced Mobile Mapping Solutions An interview with Katherine Hunt, CEO and Co-Founder of Teleqo Tech January 2025 Can you please provide a brief overview of your professional background(s) and experience, particularly with 3D laser scanning/lidar technology, and/or a brief history of the growth of the company and its use of 3D technology? Please include an idea of […]
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Webinar: Leveraging Pocket Lidar for Construction Inspection and Digital As-Builts – Phase 1 The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will present a webinar to share recently completed research on Leveraging Pocket Lidar for Construction Inspection and Digital As-Builts – Phase 1. The introduction of small, handheld, consumer-grade lidar systems (pocket lidar) has the potential to bring lidar technology to the masses, thereby […]
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David Hall, Founder of the Lidar Industry, Launches a New Company – Hall Lidar Inc. in Montana BOZEMAN, Mont., Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — David Hall continues to make his mark on the lidar industry as he launches Hall Lidar Inc., or HLi (www.halllidar.com) in Bozeman, Montana. Hall, the original inventor of the lidar technology for mapping and the autonomous vehicle industry, is eager to offer quality lidar for customers, as he sees […]
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Topcon and FARO Technologies Announce Strategic Agreement in Laser Scanning Technology LIVERMORE, Calif. — February 18, 2025 — Topcon Corporation and FARO Technologies have announced a strategic agreement to develop and distribute innovative solutions in the laser scanning market. The agreement is expected to expand access to cutting-edge digital reality solutions and result in complementary product developments, such as the seamless integration of Topcon […]
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Aero-Graphics Enhances Capabilities with Acquisition of RIEGL‘s Latest VQ-1560 III-S Airborne Laser Scanner At the 2025 Geo Week RIEGL Booth with the VQ-1560 III-S. From left to right: Johannes Riegl, Jr. – RIEGL USA President, Susan Licari – RIEGL USA Vice President, Kelly Francis – Aero-Graphics Co-President, Casey Francis – Aero-Graphics Co-President, and Michael Sitar – RIEGL USA Division Manager […]
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XenoBike Named Best Product at Geo Week! February 14, 2025 This February, XenoBike was voted the Best Product of 2024 at Geo Week’s Game Changers Showcase! XenoBike, XenomatiX’ turnkey pavement inspection solution, took the top spot ahead of some of the most established geospatial firms in the industry. This innovative four-wheel electric bike brings high-precision road scanning to areas that traditional vehicles can’t reach, revolutionizing bike lane […]
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