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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SBG Systems Introduces New GNSS Receiver Variants for Navsight, Apogee and Ekinox Carrières-sur-Seine, October 11th, 2025 – SBG Systems is excited to announce an expansion of its high-performance inertial navigation systems, Ekinox, Apogee, and Navsight, with new GNSS receiver options. This enhancement provides users with greater flexibility while maintaining the precision and reliability that SBG Systems is known for. Enhanced GNSS […]
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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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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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Bridging the Gap: SAM’s Swift Collaborative Efforts in the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Recovery When the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed on March 26, 2024, after the container ship MV Dali lost power and struck the southwest supporting pier of the main truss, it triggered an instant crisis across the entire Baltimore metro area and beyond. In such situations, […]
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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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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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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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GeoCue Unveils TV1 Lite and TV1: Game-Changing, Cost-Accessible Drone LiDAR Systems TrueView Product Line Expands with Two New Starter, Survey Grade LiDAR Systems FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 10, 2025 Denver, CO – Today, live from the floor of Geo Week 2025, GeoCue is excited to announce the launch of two new groundbreaking products in the TrueView lineup: the TV1 Lite […]
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SAM Companies to Showcase Advanced Geospatial Solutions at Geo Week 2025 Austin, Texas | February 6, 2025 – SAM, a leader in providing professional geospatial and inspection solutions, is excited to announce its participation in Geo Week 2025, February 10-12, 2025, in Denver, Colorado. SAM will be showcasing its latest advancements in geospatial technologies at booth #512, where visitors can learn more […]
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SurvTech Solutions Elevates Aerial Mapping with Advanced Leica Chiroptera 5 LiDAR and RCD30 4-Band Camera SurvTech Solutions Expands Aerial Mapping Capabilities with the Acquisition of a Leica Chiroptera 5 Topographic/Bathymetric LiDAR Sensor and a LiDAR RCD30 4-Band Camera SurvTech Solutions is excited to announce the acquisition of the Leica Chiroptera 5, a cutting-edge topographic/bathymetric (topo/bathy) LiDAR system designed for precise […]
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Precisely Position your Pointclouds with OxTS OxTS GNSS-aided inertial navigation systems (GNSS/INS) are used across the world to help engineers collect accurate PNT data. Available in a range of form factors, the devices are equally at home integrated into a drone payload as they are attached to a vehicle. The data generated by the devices can be used alongside OxTS’ […]
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RIEGL USA to Exhibit Cutting-Edge LiDAR Technology at CES 2025 Join the RIEGL USA team in Las Vegas, NV for the CES 2025 exhibition, taking place from January 7-10 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. CES is renowned as the world’s most influential tech event, showcasing breakthrough technologies and global innovators. At CES 2025, RIEGL USA will be exhibiting and highlighting its latest advancements in Ultimate […]
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MIDDLETON, Wis. (Jan. 5, 2025) — Transportation agencies worldwide will soon benefit from an all-in-one solution for pavement data collection as Cyclomedia, a global leader in geospatial data solutions, unveils its new integrated pavement and assets platform at the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C. As transportation agencies face growing demands for efficiency and sustainability, Cyclomedia’s innovative solution simplifies the complex process […]
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Overture Maps Foundation Releases General Availability of Transportation Dataset Transportation and road networks mark one of most widely used map datasets with strategic importance across many industries and humanitarian efforts SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Overture Maps Foundation, a collaborative effort to enable current and next-generation interoperable open map services and products, today announced the General Availability (GA) of its global Transportation […]
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Riegl’s Innovative Solutions for Forestry Applications Named 2025 Forestry Solutions Provider of the Year by HOLZKURIER Every year, HOLZKURIER, the forestry journal of the Austrian Agricultural Publishing House, selects a company that offers exceptional services and products for the forestry industry as the “Forestry Solutions Provider of the Year.” Following a special proposal from the Institute of Forest Growth and the […]
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Lidwave Odem 4D LiDAR Sensor Receives the Prestigious CES Innovation Award 2025 Lidwave’s technology receives acknowledgment once more, with in the form of “CES innovation award” for its Odem 4D LiDAR sensor This recognition underscores Odem’s potential to redefine machine perception across industries, enabling smarter, more efficient systems” — Yehuda Vidal, Lidwave’s CEOJERUSALEM, ISRAEL, December 12, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Lidwave, a […]
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Aurora Opens Advanced Lidar Research and Testing Facility Aurora in Bozeman, Montana Aurora’s new 78,000 square-foot office and testing facility in Bozeman, Montana includes advanced research and development labs, a world-class manufacturing area with a cleanroom, a garage for vehicle testing, and modern office and collaboration spaces. (Credit: Aurora) BOZEMAN, Montana–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Aurora Innovation, Inc. (NASDAQ: AUR), a leader in autonomous […]
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LiDAR Technology Revolutionizes Water Damage Restoration Precision Volume Estimation Enhances Structural Analysis in Flood-Prone Areas HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, December 6, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Gulf52, a leader in disaster mitigation and restoration, announces the integration of advanced LiDAR technology into water damage restoration services. This innovation focuses on accurate volume estimation to measure water saturation levels in structures, offering improved […]
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