PropEco has recently launched an API that makes it faster, cheaper and easier to assess the energy efficiency, environmental risks and liveability of residential properties (or locations) in the UK. The API integrates hundreds of sources of enhanced open-source data, unique datasets and proprietary models covering topics including climate change, flooding, air quality, overheating, energy use, exposure to pollution and green … Read More
HAUC(UK) App wins acclaim at Highways Awards 2023
Recognising the HAUC(UK) App’s contribution to safety on the highway, GeoPlace has won the Highways Awards’ Site Safety Initiative Award, 2023. View the HAUC(UK) App here: https://app.hauc-uk.org.uk/ GeoPlace has led on the development and deployment of the HAUC(UK) App on behalf of the Highways Authorities and Utilities Committee. The HAUC(UK) App improves safety. It does this by making sure individuals … Read More
How integration and collaboration is supporting efficient dredging operations
OceanWise and Foreshore Technology have collaborated to integrate real-time, accurate tide level data into the ‘Dredge Master System’, allowing dredging operators to dredge and navigate based on current water levels. “The integration of the Dredge Master system with OceanWise is highly beneficial during dredging operations. The tide gauge provides real-time and accurate tide level data, allowing me to dredge and … Read More
Bluesky Aerial Maps Improve Efficiency for Forest Surveys
Leicestershire, UK, 12 October 2023 – Forest Surveys is using high-resolution imagery from Bluesky International to improve its understanding of terrain in difficult to access locations. Working with clients across the forestry sector, Forest Surveys is using Bluesky’s up-to-date aerial photography to provide detailed assessments improving efficiency when planning and undertaking woodland inventories and surveys. The imagery is also enabling … Read More
CGI selects Service Now to deliver enhanced Service Operations offering
CGI (NYSE: GIB) (TSX: GIB.A), a leading global IT and business consulting services firm, is pleased to announce that it is utilising ServiceNow in its IT Service Management offering, underpinning the services it delivers to UK managed service clients through its five-star service desk based in Bridgend, Wales. As well as adopting the AI capabilities provided by the Now Platform®, … Read More
CGI and the University of Leicester open state of the art Innovation Lab with global vision for sustainability
CGI (GIB:NYSE) (GIB.A:TSX), the leading IT and business consulting services firm, has launched a new Sustainability Innovation Lab in partnership with the University of Leicester a founding member of CGI’s unique research initiative Sustainability Exploration and Environmental Data Science (SEEDS). The opening coincides with the unveiling of a bespoke piece of artwork which was commissioned by CGI for display at COP27 and is … Read More
Cadcorp launches new EPC Data Service
Cadcorp has launched a new cloud hosted data service, providing Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings for all residential properties in Great Britain. Easy access to EPC data provides significant benefits to many industry sectors including government, land and property, environment, and finance. Integrating EPC data with a Geographic Information System (GIS) plays an essential part in enabling organisations to identify … Read More
Richard Evans Appointed to Role of Sales Consultant at Bluesky International
Leicestershire, UK, 03 October 2023 – Aerial mapping innovator Bluesky International, has recruited Richard Evans to its expanding commercial team. Taking on the role of Sales Consultant, Evans brings with him more than 12 years’ experience of geospatial data sales and will use this to drive success into emerging sectors such as renewables. “Richard has a wealth of experience having … Read More
AGI is seeking nominations to fill vacancies on Council
Being a member of the AGI’s Council is both enjoyable and rewarding. You have access to opportunities and experience that may not be available during your normal employment, and the satisfaction of knowing that you’re making a significant difference to our industry. About the AGI Council The AGI is a Company Limited by Guarantee. Its mission is to maximise the … Read More
AGI Releases New Report into Skills Requirement in £Billion Geospatial Sector
The Association for Geographic Information (AGI), has released the results of its first survey of skills. Drawing on feedback from its membership, partners and organisations operating within both the public and private sectors, the report highlights issues and trends relating to recruitment, retention and talent development. With the UK ranked as second in the global geospatial readiness index and with … Read More