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Companies, products, funding, standards, partnerships and the policies that shape the geospatial sector.
South Korea's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport held its 7th National Spatial Information Challenge, a cadastral and drone survey competition. The event brought together professionals and students to showcase and advance the latest surveying technologies, including GNSS and…
Source: Sedaily
Roke Telkom and Paratus Uganda have officially launched Starlink for Business in Uganda, combining Starlink’s low Earth orbit satellite connectivity with local deployment and support. This service aims to bridge connectivity gaps for Ugandan businesses, particularly in areas with limited…
Source: Space in Africa
SimActive has introduced a new interactive mode in its Correlator3D software, significantly accelerating automated workflows for geospatial data generation. This enhancement allows users to run multiple scripts in succession within the same session, reducing delays and improving efficiency for…
Source: Spatial Source
The United Nations has passed a resolution encouraging the adoption of the Equal Earth map projection, which offers a more accurate representation of continental sizes compared to the Mercator projection. This move, spearheaded by Togo, aims to correct historical distortions and promote better…
Source: Spatial Source
GalaxEye, an Indian space technology startup, secured a US patent for its OptoSAR imaging system, which integrates optical and SAR sensors for simultaneous Earth observation. This patented technology, already demonstrated in orbit, is central to their plan for a 30-satellite constellation…
Source: Ciol
Indian space-tech startup GalaxEye has obtained a US patent for its OptoSAR imaging system, a core technology combining optical and SAR sensors. This strengthens its intellectual property as the company plans to build a 30-satellite constellation and expand into global Earth observation markets.
Source: The Hindu BusinessLine
Google Research has introduced the Planetary Prediction Engine (PPE), an experimental AI-powered capability designed to automate complex geospatial workflows. PPE aims to streamline spatial data analysis from discovery to model evaluation, significantly reducing the time required for planetary…
Source: Spatial Source
Australian emergency services, including drone operators and mapping experts from Queensland and NSW, have deployed to Nepal to assist with disaster recovery efforts. They are providing critical real-time imagery, geospatial information, and 3D mapping to support search, rescue, and risk…
Source: Spatial Source
Indian spacetech firm Pixxel has raised $100 million in Series C funding to expand its satellite manufacturing capabilities and enhance its Aurora Earth intelligence platform. This investment will accelerate the deployment of new hyperspectral imaging satellites and advanced Earth observation…
Source: Inc42
Topcon has released MAGNET Office and Field v2026.0, reintroducing the MAGNET brand. The update includes an AI-powered chatbot, twist screen function, and real-time ArcGIS Online connection, enhancing field and office workflows.
Source: Spatial Source