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The Italian city of Milan is pioneering a new era of urban management with its comprehensive digital twin of the metropolitan area. It was developed in a municipal project involving four leading geoi...

Due to the specifics of the Baltic Sea, performing accurate measurements in the coastal zone is not an easy task. For the past decade, topographic laser scanners have been used for the periodic monito...

GIM International was recently invited to attend the fifth edition of the two-day YellowScan LiDAR Convention. It took place on 18 and 19 April 2024 in the Mediterranean spring sunshine at the beauti...

A topobathymetric Lidar survey was conducted to support flood preparedness in Canada. Which techniques achieved exceptional precision, and what were the logistical challenges? Find out more in this ar...

A pioneering project in Poland has proved that aerial mapping, combined with Lidar technology, can be an invaluable tool for accurately mapping the green urban environment. In fact, the new, cost-effe...

A new and ambitious startup called NUVIEW entered the geospatial satellite industry in May 2023, following a lengthy period in ‘stealth mode’. In this exclusive interview with GIM International, t...
A major Mayan city, named Valeriana, has been uncovered beneath the dense jungles of Mexico, thanks to Lidar technology. The discovery was made by Luke Auld-Thomas, a PhD student at Tulane University,...
This year’s Intergeo in Stuttgart saw Zoller + Fröhlich (Z+F) introduce its latest addition to the 3D laser scanning market: the Z+F IMAGER 5024 series. This new range, comprising the Essential, Ad...
Last month, the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) conducted the first airborne survey with its own Lidar system. This new addition to HVO's equipment will enable more frequent and detailed topog...
Toitū Te Whenua Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) is inviting suppliers to provide airborne topographic and bathymetric Lidar data for its 3D Coastal Mapping programme. A request for tenders (RFT) ...
NavVis has introduced the NavVis MLX, a handheld dynamic laser scanning tool designed for professionals. This new device aims to set a new benchmark for data quality, portability and user comfort, mak...
In a new strategic partnership, YellowScan’s Surveyor Ultra Lidar scanner is being integrated into Nokia’s Drone Networks. This collaboration between YellowScan, a leader in advanced Lidar technol...
Lidar, short for Light Detection and Ranging surveying, represents a sophisticated measuring system leveraging the power of light. Widely recognized for its versatility, Lidar is extensively applied in diverse fields such as archaeology, forestry, geography, geology, seismology, remote sensing, and contour mapping. Its influence is steadily expanding into various geomatics applications, broadening its impact on different industries.
The market for laser scanning, a key component of Lidar technology, is experiencing robust growth. This surge is propelled by the development of more efficient and cost-effective methods for processing Lidar data. These advancements unlock new possibilities across a spectrum of disciplines, including but not limited to construction and engineering, industrial facilities, topographical applications, and cultural heritage preservation.
As Lidar continues to evolve, it plays a pivotal role in reshaping the landscape of measurement and mapping technologies. Its adoption is driven by the demand for higher precision and detailed data, fostering innovation and creating opportunities in fields where accuracy and spatial understanding are paramount. Whether unraveling the hidden features of archaeological sites or optimizing construction processes, Lidar stands as a transformative force in modern geospatial applications.