Drone LiDAR and Surveyor Reality Series, Down to Earth, Returns with New Construction Episodes Real surveyors. Real work. Really good data. Rome, NY- “Down to Earth,” a surveying reality series that shows how real surveyors collect data and turn it into real deliverables, despite challenging conditions, rugged terrain and hidden dangers, is set to premiere 3 new construction oriented episodes […]
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Velodyne Lidar Demonstrates How Advanced Lidar Technology Can Improve Pedestrian Safety SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mar 18, 2021– While overall driving was down 13 percent in miles driven last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, motor vehicle deaths were up 8 percent in the United States, reported the National Safety Council. Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) today showed how with lidar technology, Pedestrian […]
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FARO® Introduces BuildIT 2021 Software Suite Simplifies Workflows & Enhances Ease for Manufacturing, Assembly & Construction LAKE MARY, FL, March 18, 2021 – FARO Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO), a global leader for 3D measurement, imaging and realization solutions, today announced the release of its most advanced BuildIT 2021 software suite, which represents the next evolution of this platform that simplifies workflows, improves performance […]
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SIGHT POWER TEAMS WITH ARVIZIO TO DELIVER AUGMENTED REALITY DIGITAL TWINS FOR THE MINING INDUSTRY Arvizio Immerse 3D and Digital Mine™ Optimize Mining Planning & OperationsArvizio today announced a partnership with Sight Power to deliver augmented reality (AR) digital twins to the mining industry. Arvizio and Sight Power will offer stakeholders a seamless integration of mining data, 3D models and […]
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Terrain, the new software module by YellowScan Add-on for the YellowScan CloudStation suite improves accuracy and ease of use for point cloud rendering Montpellier, France – March 10th, 2021 – YellowScan, a global leader and designer of next generation of UAV LIDAR solutions, announces the immediate availability of its new software add-on module: Terrain. This new module enhances the processing […]
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Bentley Systems Enters into ~ $1.05 Billion Agreement to Acquire Seequent, Global Leader in 3D Modeling Software for the Geosciences To Advance Environmental Resilience by “Deepening” Infrastructure Digital Twins! EXTON, Pa. – March 11, 2021 – Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with investors led by Accel-KKR […]
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Bluesky 3D Building Models Bring Architectural Studies Online During Lockdown Leicestershire, UK, 10 March 2021 – Liverpool School of Architecture is using 3D building models, derived from the latest aerial photography, to help teach students online during the pandemic lockdown. Created by aerial mapping company Bluesky, the geographically accurate simulations provide real world context so students can understand a location […]
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Kässbohrer Signs Multi-Year Supply Agreement with Ouster Ski Slope Maintenance Application demonstrates extreme cold weather operating capabilities of Ouster’s digital lidar technology SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ouster, Inc. (“Ouster”), a leading provider of high-resolution digital lidar sensors for the industrial automation, smart infrastructure, robotics, and automotive industries, today announced that it has signed a multi-year strategic supply agreement with Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG, […]
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Velodyne, NavVis and Qualcomm Technologies Working Together to Build Smart Cities Faster Velodyne Lidar, NavVis and Qualcomm® Technologies, Inc. are joining forces to help governments and solution developers create smart city applications that can improve infrastructure and public services, and enhance safety and quality of life. Velodyne and NavVis, an Automated with Velodyne partner, are both members of the Qualcomm Smart Cities Accelerator Program, which connects […]
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Trimble Joins Strategic Advisory Council London, U.K. – 8 March, 2021 – buildingSMART International announced today that Trimble has joined the Strategic Advisory Council (SAC). As an existing member of buildingSMART International, Trimble’s intention to move to the SAC signals commitment to open data standards by enabling a strategic input into the buildingSMART community. buildingSMART’s SAC is a group of members who […]
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IMMERSIVE DIGITAL TWINNING – REAL ESTATE ASSET MANAGEMENT Digitizing physical assets allows us to bring them to life and interact with them. A new approach that introduces interesting business opportunities, in particular as regards property management. Thanks to HERON portable mobile mapping technology, you can get a 360° digital twin solution… and something more! What you’ll find out by attending Strategic […]
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25 March 2021 17:30 (CET) / 12:30 (EDT) NavVis Webinar: How mobile mapping technology has transformed work in the field Register now for the next webinar from NavVis: Industry professionals explain how mobile mapping is transforming laser scanning projects in the field. Find out why mobile mapping systems like NavVis M6 and NavVis VLX are fast becoming essential tools for […]
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USGIF Releases Modeling, Simulation, and Gaming Technical Paper Advancing the Interoperability of Geospatial Intelligence Tradecraft with 3D Modeling, Simulation, and Game Engines Herndon, Virginia (March 8, 2021)—The United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation (USGIF), in cooperation with the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC), published a technical paper, Advancing the Interoperability of Geospatial Intelligence Tradecraft with 3D Modeling, Simulation, and Game Engines, as […]
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Allvision IO Newest Offering Creates Digital Infrastructure Maps with Enhanced Data Allvision’s asset management solution now offers data coverage PITTSBURGH, March 9, 2021 — Allvision IO, a geospatial analytics company providing insights and asset management to the transportation sector with specific applications for urban mobility, rail and road asset owners, announced today a collaboration with TomTom, the location technology specialist. […]
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Ouster and QCraft Announce Recent Launch of Robobus Fleet in China Using Ouster Lidar Sensors Ouster, Inc. a leading provider of high-resolution digital lidar sensors for the industrial automation, smart infrastructure, robotics, and automotive industries, and QCraft, a world-leading self-driving technology company, announced the recent launch of QCraft’s third fleet of robobuses outfitted with Ouster lidar sensors in Wuhan, China. Ouster’s high-performance digital […]
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TCarta Awarded NOAA Grant to Enhance Satellite Derived Bathymetry Technology in Alaskan Waters Focus on Accuracy DENVER, Colorado, 8 March 2021 – TCarta Marine, a global provider of space-based hydrospatial solutions, has been awarded a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II grant from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The research focuses on enhancing Satellite Derived Bathymetry technology for […]
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Velodyne Lidar Announces Free Virtual Summit, Disruptive Women Powering Our Autonomous Future On March 25, Top Execs and Engineers Discuss the Future of AV Technology and the Role of Women in the AV Industry SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Velodyne Lidar, Inc. (Nasdaq: VLDR, VLDRW) today announced the Disruptive Women Powering Our Autonomous Future Summit featuring prominent female executives and engineers discussing the […]
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The Next Generation of Engineering Maser Consulting, a national multi-discipline engineering design firm, is pleased to announce the completion of its rebranding as Colliers Engineering & Design. In 2020, Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading global commercial real estate services and investment management firm, acquired a controlling interest in Maser Consulting. The result of this transition is the creation of […]
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Bluesky LiDAR Survey to Help National Trust Find the Lost Village of Wallington Leicestershire, UK, 04 March 2021 – The National Trust has commissioned aerial mapping company Bluesky to produce a highly detailed 3D map of its Wallington Estate in Northumberland. At 13,500 acres, Wallington is the largest Estate in the care of the National Trust and until now no […]
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Updated U.S. Interagency Elevation Inventory A new version of the U.S. Interagency Elevation Inventory, an online source for nationwide, publicly available elevation data, is now live. On top of an updated look and feel, changes include several new search functions—including text location search and draw-your-own-polygon—to make it easier to find elevation source data. The inventory now has a filtering capability […]
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Geospatial Webinar Series Brings Industry Experts Together Although the end of the pandemic and the restrictions that go along with it seem to be within reach, major live events are still not likely to happen in the near future. That’s why independent software manufacturer PointCab GmbH decided to reach out to experts across the industry to put together a free […]
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Autodesk to Acquire Innovyze, Inc. for $1 Billion; Provider of Smart Water Infrastructure Modeling and Simulation Technology Positions Autodesk to offer end-to-end solutions for design, construction, operations and maintenance of water infrastructure SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Portland, Oregon-based Innovyze, Inc., a global leader in water infrastructure software, for $1 billion net […]
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LiDAR Technology and New Indian Geospatial Data Guidelines Bharat Lohani, Professor, IIT Kanpur & Founding Director, Geokno India Pvt. Ltd. Lidar tech. On 15th February this year Indian government published its New Geospatial Data Guideline. The news left all working in geospatial and related sectors, and especially in high-resolution data, totally awestruck and full of disbelief. Collection and dissemination of […]
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Mark Coates, Strategic Industry Engagement Director with Bentley Systems, to Join Live FIDIC Webinar on “Working Together in the New Normal” Will Be Available for One-to-One Interviews to Discuss Topics Presented during the Webinar What: The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how work patterns can change drastically, with people traveling less often, attending online meetings, and using new or unfamiliar technology […]
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Trimble Launches Dimensions Spotlight Series for 2021 On-Demand Series Kicks Off with Focus on Infrastructure SUNNYVALE, Calif., Feb. 25, 2021—Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the launch of its new Dimensions Spotlight Series. Beginning in March, the on-demand series will be available throughout 2021 and include topics on Reviving the U.S. Infrastructure, the Evolving Workforce, Sustainability and Automation. Trimble Dimensions Spotlight […]
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