Satellite data shows NZ’s major cities are sinking

By on 20 May, 2025

New satellite data shows NZ’s major cities are sinking, mean rising sea levels will affect them sooner.

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Stratoship tests persistent Earth observation platform

By on 20 May, 2025

The company aims to reduce Australia’s dependence on foreign satellites for observation capabilities.

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Enrolments open for hydrographic programs

By on 20 May, 2025

Applications are now open for the 2025 S-5B Hydrographic Surveyor and S-8B Marine Geospatial Programs.

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GCA announces special membership offer

By on 20 May, 2025

For a limited time, new members who join the Geospatial Council of Australia will receive six bonus weeks.

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Tasmania announces new geospatial strategy

By on 20 May, 2025

The new plan sets the direction for investment and collaboration in a state-wide geospatial ecosystem.

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Geospatial training for Solomon Islands officials

By on 13 May, 2025

GIS and remote sensing training is enabling Solomon Islands officials and scientists to better protect ecosystems.

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Fugro donates side-scan sonar equipment to CSIRO

By on 13 May, 2025

The units can operate at depths up to 6,000 metres and were once used to search for the flight MH370 aircraft.

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FrontierSI’s Eldar Rubinov a finalist in space awards

By on 13 May, 2025

Rubinov has made major contributions to Australia’s first Positioning, Navigation, and Timing Labs.

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AMETEK to acquire FARO Technologies

By on 13 May, 2025

The cash transaction values FARO at an enterprise value of approximately US$920 million.

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