Wherobots and Felt have entered a strategic partnership aimed at modernizing the geospatial data stack.
The integration combines Wherobots’ spatial intelligence lakehouse and compute engine with Felt’s collaborative mapping platform, connecting large-scale data engineering with interactive, map-based applications. The partnership allows organizations to move from processing petabyte-scale geospatial datasets in the cloud to exploring insights in a collaborative mapping environment without transferring large datasets between systems.
Organizations are handling growing volumes of location-based data, and analyzing that data has historically required specialized GIS software or custom applications that were difficult to connect with modern data systems. The integration lets users create live, interactive visualizations for uses ranging from mapping fields and creating vegetation indexes to building AI-enabled user experiences and automated workflows that monitor climate risks.
Agricultural company puts partnership to the test
Leaf Agriculture, which provides a unified API for agriculture organizations and farms working with telemetry data from tractors and field sensors, is already using both platforms together.
The company uses Wherobots to create data products from a large data lake of agricultural, parcel and tractor telemetry datasets. It recently announced a new product, LeafLake, built on that foundation. Leaf then uses Felt to build interactive maps based on the spatial data processed within Wherobots. Rather than relying on in-person screen-sharing sessions, the team now distributes maps via links viewable from any device. Here is an example of one of Leaf’s interactive maps.
“Wherobots and Felt’s new integration allows organizations to move seamlessly from processing petabytes of raw geospatial data in the cloud to visualizing actionable insights in a browser-based, collaborative environment — all without the friction of traditional desktop-based tools,” said Rachel Zack, chief strategy officer and co-founder at Felt. “For modern enterprises who rely on geographic information, this is the complete, end-to-end spatial data infrastructure that makes working with GIS data at scale finally feel effortless.”
“As climate impacts intensify — from fires to floods — maps are no longer optional; they’re critical tools for understanding a rapidly changing world,” said Mo Sarwat, CEO of Wherobots. “Yet building and scaling them has traditionally required heavy engineering effort, especially for teams working with satellite and drone data. Through our partnership with Felt, AWS users can now access, analyze and visualize spatial data directly from S3, eliminating infrastructure complexity and accelerating decision-making when it counts most.”
For more details, please see the Wherobots blog post here.
Micro-Magic has released the U4930 series, a reliable and cost-effective six-axis MEMS inertial measurement module that can be widely used in navigation, control and measurement fields for vehicles, ships and drones.
Typical applications include vehicle/ship attitude measurement, UAV attitude reference and trajectory control, mobile mapping, track inspection, underwater high-precision navigation, and Satcom-on-the-Move.
The U4930 series integrates high-performance MEMS gyroscopes and MEMS accelerometers within an independent structure. The three-axis MEMS gyroscopes sense the angular motion of the carrier, and the three-axis MEMS accelerometers sense the linear acceleration of the carrier.
The system internally performs compensation for zero bias, scale factor, non-orthogonal error, and acceleration-related terms across all temperature parameters, maintaining high measurement accuracy over a long period of time.
The module supports custom communication protocols and provides synchronization for GPS/GNSS time data and pulse per second (PPS) signals.
The U4930A series inertial measurement module can be configured with various hardware and software to meet user needs.
Australia-based Aptella is offering free access to its AllDayRTK high-accuracy positioning service for volunteers and organizations involved in bushfire and flood recovery efforts.
Reliable positioning aids in coordinating recovery operations, assessing damage and restoring essential infrastructure. However, extreme weather events often disrupt permanent GNSS base stations due to power outages and loss of internet connectivity.
To address this challenge, AllDayRTK has developed a Synthetic Base Station system, enabling high-accuracy positioning even when permanent bases are offline. This technology creates a virtual reference station network that ensures continuity of service in disaster-affected regions, supporting emergency response teams and volunteers where traditional infrastructure cannot.
Key Benefits:
Free access for registered volunteers and recovery organizations.
High-accuracy GNSS positioning for mapping, surveying and logistics.
Synthetic Base Station technology ensures service continuity without reliance on damaged or offline permanent bases.
“Aptella is always willing to do what we can to support volunteer services with high-accuracy positioning that assist with recovery after natural disasters and extreme weather events,” said Greg Macklin, CEO at Aptella. “Our commitment is to ensure that those on the front lines have the tools they need to rebuild communities quickly and safely.”
The FGCS meeting took place on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026. This session was highly informative and played a key role in aligning federal agency engagement strategies and self-assessments in preparation for the final adoption of the modernized NSRS and its associated new datums.
Advancing the use of authoritative geodetic control
Facilitating the modernization of the NSRS across agencies
Recommending the official adoption of the modernized NSRS by the FGDC as the foundational basis for geodetic control throughout the United States.
The agenda for the Jan. 21 meeting is detailed in the section titled “Federal Geodetic Control Subcommittee Meeting.” This gathering supported broader efforts to raise awareness, ensure coordination and prepare agencies for the upcoming transition to the modernized NSRS, with formal approval and release anticipated later in 2027.
Federal Geodetic Control Subcommittee Meeting
January 21, 2026
Agenda:
MC: Christine Gallagher
Time
Topic
Presenter
1:00 – 1:15 pm
Welcome and Introductions
Daniel Roman
1:15 – 1:20 pm
National Geodetic Survey (NGS) Update
Marian Westley
1:20 – 1:30 pm
Geodetic Control Theme Update and its Modernization Timelines
Daniel Roman
1:30 – 2:00 pm
NGS Modernization Engagement Plan and Progress
Dana J Caccamise II / Christine Gallagher
2:00 – 2:15 pm
Bureau of Ocean Energy Management / Kearns & West
Andy Archer / Kyle Vint
2:15 – 2:30 pm
US Census National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) Modernization Preparation
Vince Ossier / Josh Coutts
2:30 – 2:40 pm
Break
2:40 – 2:55 pm
US Department of Transportation NSRS Modernization Preparation
Amy Nelson / Derald Dudley
2:55 – 3:10 pm
American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing & National Society of Professional Surveyors Working Groups
Chris Parrish / Linda Foster
3:10- 3:50 pm
Discussion: Q&A from Agency presentations. What hurdles to implementation do you see or anticipate? Share your insights from internal working groups
Group Discussion Moderator: Dana J Caccamise II and Daniel Roman
3:50 – 4:00 pm
Closing Remarks
Daniel Roman
Adjourn to Silver Branch
The meeting lasted three hours and covered a lot of material. Below are highlights; contact FGCS for the full meeting recording.
Christine Gallagher, NGS, opened the FGCS session and introduced Dan Roman, NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey senior advisor for geodesy.
Westley’s remarks were brief but important. She noted CO-OPS manages tide gauges and is updating several datums in partnership with NGS, including the Great Lakes International Great Lakes datum. She said the United States and Canada, along with NOS and other federal agencies such as the Corps of Engineers, are heavily involved in Great Lakes management. She also reported that CO-OPS is updating the National Tidal Datum Epoch (current NTDE: 1983-2001) and is working closely with NGS to tie the updated NTDE to the new NSRS. See the image titled “The NTDE Update: New Tidal Datums are Coming!“
During Roman’s comments, he highlighted the agencies and professional societies participating in the meeting presentations and provided an update on the latest rollout schedule for the modernized NSRS.
He emphasized that this Jan. 21, FGCS meeting marks the start of a broader coordination process. The primary purpose of this high-level session was to facilitate the sharing of experiences, strategies, and best practices among federal agencies as they prepare for NGS’s NSRS modernization and the transition to the new reference frames and datums.
Roman noted that future FGCS meetings will shift to a more technical and detailed focus. These subsequent sessions will allow agencies to present their self-assessment results, outline implementation strategies, and discuss progress toward adopting the modernized NSRS.
Key objectives across these meetings include:
Collecting questions and feedback from participants,
Understanding user needs and required accuracy levels,
Identifying anticipated challenges during the transition,
Exploring opportunities for federal agencies to collaborate and support one another throughout the implementation process.
This series of FGCS engagements aims to ensure coordinated, informed, and effective preparation across the federal government ahead of the final adoption and full rollout of the modernized NSRS.
Here are a few key points based on Dan’s remarks:
Today’s presentations provide a broad overview of geospatial data modernization to inform departments about actions they may need to take and to start a dialogue about what each department is doing.
NGS encourages agencies to form working groups; those groups must define their own requirements and create migration plans, including assessing existing data, required accuracies, and the tools needed based on product accuracy statements. [Note: My October 2025 GPS World newsletter highlighted organizations that are forming 2022 Reference Working Groups.] NGS will designate points of contact to facilitate discussions and planning.
FGCS provides guidance on using geodetic data with various tools, models, and SOPs. User needs vary by accuracy: e.g., a 3-meter horizontal allowance (aids to navigation) is straightforward, while 3-centimeter requirements (e.g., FEMA Elevation Certificate) need more precise methods.
Several beta products released in July 2025 are being finalized, enabling the private sector to integrate them into services. NGS is currently developing models and software to transform coordinates from the old datum to the new one. These models are expected around March, and in June/July NGS anticipates releasing an updated Beta NCAT tool to transform coordinates to the new datum. This tool will help users understand differences in local datums.
Final steps include FGCS recommendations for FGDC to adopt the new NSRS and to publish a Federal Register notice on the adoption of the modernized NSRS, anticipated to be completed in early 2027.
After Dan Roman’s comments, Dana J Caccamise II gave a presentation describing NGS Modernization Engagement Plan and Progress. Dana should get an award for material he has prepared and for his work to assist agencies and professional organizations in preparing for the new NSRS. In my October 2025 GPS World Survey Scenenewsletter, I highlighted the work of Dana J. Caccamise II, NGS regional geodetic advisor. Dana has developed vital guidance materials shared with federal agencies — such as the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) and professional organizations including the National Society of Surveyors (NSPS), American Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS), and American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS).
Here are a few key points based on Dana’s presentation titled “Visualizing Impact: Preparing for NSRS Modernization Through Geospatial Readiness and Collaboration.”
Caccamise said that what started as a focused task quickly grew into a broader strategic effort. He shared insights to encourage thinking about NSRS modernization not merely as a technical update but as a strategic business decision that will shape how agencies create, manage, and share basic data across programs, systems, and partnerships.
Caccamise briefly provided details to the U.S. Census. Before diving into modernization, he offered a personal glimpse of what it’s like to do a federal detail across agencies, noting he was fortunate to do a detail with the Census not long ago.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Public Meeting
Drawing on his experience, Caccamise emphasized the importance of cross-agency readiness and of building resilient trust and communication structures. While on detail at the Census, he was regularly surprised by new challenges, which made the work engaging; he strongly recommended that others take a detail at another agency if they have the opportunity. A key takeaway was the value of visualizing impact: beyond cataloging geospatial datasets, users must identify which support critical decisions, which are shared across agencies, and which risk becoming outdated if you don’t adapt. Mapping themes and workflows revealed real dependencies and, more importantly, vulnerabilities. That detail shifted his focus from “what data do we have” to “what roles does this data play.”
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Efforts around NSRS modernization include a key product developed by Caccamise: the Ready Package. Designed to help agencies assess their readiness for NSRS modernization, the package includes communication tools, technical checklists, and talking points to support agency staff.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Public Meeting
He mentioned that from field-level GIS technicians to senior policy leads, everyone needs to understand what’s changing and why it matters. A key part of engagement is meeting people where they are. Dana has worked with agency partners to raise awareness, build interest, and strengthen understanding — not just of technical changes but of the organizational shifts needed for a smooth transition.
For agencies whose statistical workflows depend on spatially referenced data, that means ensuring location-based datasets remain accurate, comparable over time, and interoperable across programs when the reference system changes. Ultimately, this is about more than new coordinates: it’s about linking strategic planning to operational implementation, from data collection and integration to interagency coordination and informed decision-making.
He mentioned that the big question he’s hearing from many organizations is: how should customers and partners prepare for modernization? He provided the following advice. Start by evaluating your geospatial workflows to understand how the transition will affect data management, operations, and decision-making. Assess dependencies on NGS products and services to ensure continued access and interoperability and proactively identify challenges and opportunities – he mentioned that NGS can’t do this for you because each agency’s situation is unique. Address potential impacts early to reduce operational risk by finding weak points before they cause surprises. Act now: preparing early will minimize future cost and complexity.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Public Meeting
For example, working with the Census under the current national spatial reference system highlights the geographic scope of some operational areas, which span multiple tectonic plates as modeled in the modernized NSRS. Even small regional differences can affect how location-based data are collected, integrated, and compared — especially for programs that need consistent, long-term geospatial baselines. Today, federal agencies commonly use three reference systems — NAD27, NAD83, and WGS84, which complicates geospatial data management.
The Census is a major user and producer of geospatial data, relying on GIS to support operations. This includes the MAF/TIGER geographic database, which contains roads, rail lines, hydrography, landmark features, and legal and statistical boundaries.
Along with many other critical datasets, the Census’s collaborative spatial and statistical research is more effective and interoperable when grounded in a common reference system, such as the National Spatial Reference System.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Public Meeting
Because these datasets are inherently geospatial, many, especially those requiring high positional accuracy or relying on external references such as airborne or satellite data, will be affected by NSRS modernization. The update will enable more consistent data stewardship and support integrated spatial analytics, helping align with individual agency spatial data strategies. Bureau-level geospatial work becomes more effective and future-ready when supported by a modern, shared spatial reference system like the NSRS.
One of the biggest risks is cultural, not technical. If the NSRS is treated as just another dataset, rather than an enabling framework, the foundation for other systems weakens. When the NSRS is recognized as the framework, everything built on it has a solid base. You can’t manage risk if you can’t measure it—and the NSRS is how we measure. Here are a few practical examples.
Floodplain mapping and storm surge models depend on accurate vertical data. Errors of even a foot can leave neighborhoods unprotected or cause unnecessary regulation.
In transportation, subsidence is a hidden risk: roads and bridges may seem fine until precise geometric monitoring reveals sinking.
Shoreline change is a growing challenge; coastal communities need accurate shoreline monitoring for planning and insurance.
In public safety, emergency response relies on precise locations — from 911 calls to field deployments. Seconds and meters matter when lives are on the line.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Public Meeting
As Roman mentioned, Caccamise also stated that the modernized NSRS is being released in phases. Initial beta releases are available now for testing and evaluation—not final production. NGS plans to release the remaining components in beta during this calendar year. The modernized NSRS will replace the current datums at least six months after the final preliminary component is released, giving partners time to review the beta and provide feedback. Near the end of this period, FGCS will convene to discuss and socialize the modernization details and the planned datum replacement.
Next steps for your agency’s modernization:
Evaluate operational needs and identify changes that aren’t necessary.
Assess organizational impacts and staff readiness—are teams prepared for modernization?
Determine how existing programs and regional support will be affected.
Collaborate with partner agencies to align shared datasets, reduce redundancy, and maximize efficiency.
Prioritize leadership and communication to ensure the organization understands the changes.
Plan for future improvements in spatial accuracy, even if you don’t need them immediately.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Public Meeting
As noted by Dan Roman, Dana Caccamise also highlighted that many lower-accuracy datasets may not require coordinate changes beyond updating their metadata—typically those with spatial accuracy on the order of 10 ft or worse. However, he also noted an important caveat: many operational workflows don’t actively read or enforce metadata. In those cases, the risk is not the dataset itself but the accuracy context that becomes embedded as data moves through systems.
An early, critical step is therefore to identify not only which datasets are likely unaffected but also how those datasets are consumed, transformed, and reused. That approach prevents unnecessary work and avoids unintended downstream impacts. Remember: NSRS modernization is more than a technical update, it’s an opportunity to strengthen your agency’s future geospatial capabilities.
Now, I know this newsletter is long, but I would like to highlight one more presentation that I believe provides a model for other agencies to follow. That is, the presentation of the Department of Interior’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) activities presented by Kyle Vint (Vice President, Kearns & West) – “From Proactive Engagement to Lasting Impact: BOEM’s Path to Datum Readiness.”
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Kearns & West is a communications and engagement specialization firm. The materials that they develop to support internal communications and outreach within an organization are available for other organizations. They provided a QR code for others to access their resources.
Vint outlined BOEM’s operating context and described how the agency is proactively addressing NSRS modernization, including several strategies.
Image: FGCS Jan. 21, 2026, Meeting
BOEM’s challenges are partly historical: until about 2010, it was part of a parent agency that has since split into three separate agencies. That fragmentation means BOEM must coordinate data and change management not only internally but across three agencies that share data centers and geospatial datasets. BOEM relies on authoritative geospatial data to manage offshore energy and mineral activities on the Outer Continental Shelf; BOEM’s Geospatial Services Division supports this by maintaining leases and boundaries that underpin program decision-making. Because the ocean serves many purposes, BOEM relies on multiple layers of information from different agencies to support those decisions.
BOEM’s path to modernization is further complicated by internal organizational factors. The agency struggled with the NAD27-to-NAD83 transition due to resource constraints and misunderstandings — some staff believed modernization would alter legal lease blocks, which they expected to be immutable — so the transition was not fully implemented.
Image: FGCS January 21, 2026, Meeting
BOEM holds large datasets in both NAD27 and NAD83, fragmenting its workflow. Maintaining and converting between multiple reference systems is labor-intensive and introduces inconsistencies.
BOEM must dedicate substantial staff time to managing data in multiple reference systems. BOEM’s Geospatial Services Division recognized early that continuing workarounds would increase risk over time, so they began proactive modernization planning.
The Geospatial Services Division saw this as more than a technical issue — it’s also a people, communication, and resourcing challenge. BOEM shifted from fragmented efforts to a proactive, multi‑year planning approach emphasizing governance, leadership buy‑in, and clear communication. The Geospatial Services Division established a milestone‑based approach for consistent messaging and coordination across stakeholders and offers internal expertise to support programs and regions as they assess costs and technical complexity.
Their strategy seeks common ground to pool resources for shared problems and to use the Geospatial Services Division as an internal augmentation so individual offices aren’t forced to opt out. This reduces cost uncertainty and enables realistic planning for timelines and required participants.
Image: FGCS January 21, 2026, Public Meeting
As part of the process, user personas were created to identify who would struggle with each step and who would benefit from early, sustained engagement. For each group, they defined the value of participating and explained why they were invited.
BOEM leaderships were treated like investors—they ensured they brought geospatial experts to meetings so questions could be answered, and so leadership had actionable budget information for long‑term planning. At the program and regional level, data experts who know existing datasets, reference systems, dependent applications, and potential workflow challenges were part of the process.
They also documented internal roles so others can model the approach. The Geospatial Services Division coordinates the effort across the organization. Program and regional experts provide domain knowledge. Kearns & West (technical and communications contractors) supported messaging, prepared materials, and ran meetings so BOEM staff could focus on the conversation. Clear roles and sustained engagement have been critical in this multi‑year planning effort.
Image: FGCS January 21, 2026, Public Meeting
The team developed a Survey and sent it to each program and region to gather resource requirements. The survey asked what data they have and its characteristics, which applications or workflows depend on that data and could be affected by modernization, and what technical resources they expect will be needed to support budgeting.
Image: FGCS January 21, 2026, Meeting
As part of the process, they are building internal champions to advocate for the effort, simplifying complex issues so staff can brief leadership, and convening agencies, partners, and industry to co-create solutions.
UAVOS has completed successful flight testing of its optoelectronic, gyro‑stabilized payload onboard device (POD), integrated into the HAPS ApusNeo 18. The ApusNeo 18 is a solar‑powered high‑altitude pseudo‑satellite developed as part of a joint project with Mira Aerospace.
Using steerable high-resolution cameras, the system demonstrated coverage of 472 km of electro‑optical imagery with a ground sampling distance of 69 cm per pixel, as well as infrared imagery at 480 cm per pixel, from an altitude of 15,000 m. The camera’s footprint covered 53.9 km², while its steerability allowed access to any point within a 54.5 x 12.3 km area at any time.
Designed specifically for stratospheric operations, the POD significantly enhances the intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities of HAPS platforms.
The POD weighs 3.6 kg and features a compact form factor measuring 845 mm (length) × 128 mm (width) × 142 mm (height). It is equipped with an onboard computer for data processing and a UAVOS radio modem with a 10 W amplifier, enabling high‑throughput data transmission to the ground control station.
To ensure reliable high-altitude performance, the POD incorporates an integrated heating and cooling system that maintains optimal operating conditions for onboard sensors. It also includes a foldable, servo‑driven antenna that can be stowed in a safe position when required.
Additionally, the mechanical design enables video and photo acquisition with roll stabilization of up to ±50 degrees, expanding operational flexibility and imaging performance.
“The Payload Onboard Device (POD) has already been successfully tested for wildfire monitoring in Spain. When integrated with the HAPS ApusNeo 18, which is capable of surveying hundreds of kilometres in a single flight, the system delivers a comprehensive situational picture, improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and increasing overall mission effectiveness,” said Aliaksei Stratsilatau, founder and CEO of UAVOS.
New web tool exports ready-to-deploy XML files, enabling fast and centralized pre-configuration of Eos Tools Pro GNSS settings.
Eos Positioning Systems has released the Eos MDM Configurator, a web‑based tool that allows organizations to quickly create and deploy pre-configured Eos Tools Prosettings across large numbers of mobile devices via their third-party mobile device management (MDM) systems.
Until now, administrators who wanted to deploy Eos Tools Pro through their MDM needed to write an XML configuration file manually — a process that was time consuming and potentially error-prone. The Eos MDM Configurator eliminates manual coding entirely. The tool guides users step‑by‑step through five GNSS categories, supplies a preview of the XML code, and allows the user to export their XML file, compatible with any third‑party MDM solution.
With the Eos MDM Configurator, organizations can centralize control of Eos Tools Pro settings, standardize GNSS data quality, and save time by eliminating manual app configurations.
The five categories that can be pre-configured using the tool include differential corrections, altitude and geoid model, datum shifts, alarms and miscellaneous.
The Eos MDM Configurator is available at no cost to Eos GNSS receiver users. All that’s required to build a configuration is a desktop browser with Internet access. Deploying the resulting XML file requires a third‑party MDM solution, an Eos GNSS receiver (any model), Eos Tools Pro, and at least one mobile device running iOS or Android.
Researchers at the University of Tehran have developed indigenous software for providing real-time corrections for networks, precise positioning service and online processing of GNSS observations.
According to variousnews reports, the software is a modern, secure, and intelligent platform for processing observations from global positioning satellites, including GPS, Galileo, BeiDou and GLONASS.
Developed as a practical tool for surveyors, engineers, researchers and organizations in the field of satellite data monitoring, the software is intended to replace imported software and reduce dependence on foreign technologies. It has been tested by the network of permanent stations of the National Iranian South Oil Company.
The system processes observations using static, PPK, PPP and SPP methods, as well as observation quality control and enables the implementation of various positioning methods and real-time monitoring of ionospheric and tropospheric effects.
It supports all GNSS data types and can connect to reference stations in both client and server modes. It supports all existing and future GNSS signals and can handle at least 50 permanent stations and 200 users simultaneously. It also provides phase ambiguity resolution for baselines up to 70 kilometers.
Other technical features include providing a relative planimetric accuracy of 2 cm and a height accuracy of 3 cm using the static method with a maximum setup time of 15 minutes, a relative planimetric accuracy of 4 cm and a height accuracy of 5 cm using PPK and NRTK methods, and delivering corrections with a maximum permissible latency of 0.5 seconds.
The software has the capability to connect to reference stations through serial, TCP, and UDP ports, supports NTRIP protocol versions 1 and 2, displays an online map with a Google Map-like background, allows for viewing the location, status and information of CORS stations and active users, and enables generation of KML outputs.
Garmin has released the Xero L60i, a GNSS-enabled rangefinding monocular. The rangefinder’s optics providea sharp, bright view through augmented reality technology that overlays graphics in full color, including distance, maps and navigation and more — all while ranging targets out to 3600 meters through 7X magnification.
Integrated navigation features include Laser Locate, Sensor Locate and Visual Recall, giving wildlife enthusiasts, researchers, search-and-rescue teams tools they can depend on, the company said.
Xero L60i features
Digital mapping. View current and ranged locations marked on topographic mapping and use the Xero L60i to navigate to them.
Smart Integration. Waypoints can be shared to the Garmin Explore App on a compatible smartphone, then shared to a compatible Garmin handheld or wearable device using the Garmin Share functionality.
Laser Locate. Leverage the range taken, along with compass heading and GPS coordinates, to project a waypoint on the display, then navigate to the waypoint through directional cues.
Sensor Locate. When the desired object is too far to range, built-in GPS, compass, inclinometer and mapping can calculate and project a waypoint of the intended target, allowing estimated ranges to targets several miles away.
Visual Recall. When moving to a new vantage point after ranging, on-screen cues steer the visual field back to a previously marked waypoint.
The rangefinder features fully multicoated, low-dispersion glass, which provides sharp optics with a flat field of view, accurate color fidelity, and superior light transmission. During dawn or dusk use, an ambient light sensor automatically controls display brightness, ensuring the visual scene remains clear.
Range animals to 2,775 meters and trees to 3,600. In optimal low-light conditions, the Xero L60i makes it possible to reach as far as 7,000 meters to retro reflective objects while achieving accuracy of +/- .25 meters under 1,000 meters and +/- 1 meter out to maximum laser-ranged distances.
CHC Navigation (CHCNAV) has released the Apache 6–2026 Edition, an integrated unmanned surface vessel (USV) designed for high-resolution bathymetric and 3D mapping applications. Built to accommodate NORBIT multibeam echosounders, the Apache 6 delivers a comprehensive solution for underwater surveying, object positioning, and offshore construction support in varying aquatic conditions.
The Apache 6 – 2026 Edition is optimized for seamless integration with the NORBIT iWBMS and WINGHEAD series of multibeam echosounders. An optional NORBIT iLiDAR can also be integrated, allowing for the simultaneous collection of marine and terrestrial 3D data in a single pass. This capability is particularly efficient for projects that require mapping both underwater topography and overhead structures, such as bridges and power lines, making it a comprehensive tool for harbor, river and infrastructure surveys.
Automated Sound Velocity Profiling Accurate sound velocity measurement is fundamental to high-quality bathymetric data. The Apache 6 – 2026 Edition addresses this with an optional automated sound velocity profiler (SVP) kit. This system can be controlled directly from the remote controller, allowing the operator to perform SVP casts on-demand without interrupting the survey workflow. The kit is designed for rapid deployment — attachable or detachable in under a minute — ensuring that the multibeam echosounder data is continuously corrected with the most accurate sound speed information, which is critical for meeting stringent survey specifications.
The USV combines a detachable triple-hull vessel design with smart rotating propeller technology to deliver both stability and agility in varied conditions. The robust hull configuration ensures reliable performance in strong currents, while removable side floats enable safe operations in shallow waters. Intelligent propeller control adjusts water flow direction to achieve a turning radius of approximately two meters, supporting effective navigation in confined or winding channels.
Android-Based Control Survey operations are streamlined through an intelligent Android remote controller, which provides real-time access to vessel status and data without the need for a separate field computer.
The interface allows for straightforward management of the survey workflow, while a multi-link communication system ensures reliable data transmission over long distances. This setup enables surveyors to maintain seamless control over the Apache 6 and monitor mission progress effectively from the shore.
Happy New Year! I’ve always felt that a fresh calendar represents a world of new opportunities, and I wish you all a fantastic 2026. For many, this is a season for reflection and self-improvement, with goals typically centered on fitness, faith, personal growth or career milestones.
As regular readers of this newsletter know, my primary focus over the past year has been to champion the importance of geodesy and to prepare the geospatial community for the National Geodetic Survey’s modernized National Spatial Reference System (NSRS).
To see how modern tech would handle such a specialized professional niche, I asked the AI chatbot Grok: “What would be a good New Year’s resolution for a user of the National Spatial Reference System?”
The response was quite insightful. Take a look at what it suggested below.
What would be a good New Year’s Resolution for a user of the National Spatial Reference System? (Grok’s Response)
Fun and Practical New Year’s Resolutions for NSRS Users
As we head into 2026, the modernization of the NSRS is in full swing. NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey (NGS) released the first beta products in June 2025, with ongoing rollouts and testing throughout the year. The full transition to new frames like NATRF2022 and NAPGD2022 is expected soon, bringing centimeter-level accuracy aligned with GNSS and global standards—but it requires preparation.
Here are some timely, geodesy-inspired New Year’s resolutions tailored for surveyors, GIS professionals, engineers, and anyone relying on the NSRS:
Fully transition workflows to the modernized NSRS. Commit to updating software, processes, and datasets for the new terrestrial reference frames and geopotential datum. Test tools on the NGS Beta site and provide feedback to help shape the final rollout.
Achieve new heights (and accuracies) in 2026. Embrace NAPGD2022 for more precise orthometric heights. Resolve to reprocess key projects with updated transformations (via NCAT or VDatum) and say goodbye to NAVD 88 quirks.
Stay grounded in best practices. Incorporate the latest NGS guidelines, like NOS NGS 92 standards for GNSS surveys. Attend webinars and workshops, or review resources, to keep your positioning sharp.
Contribute to the system. Submit high-quality GNSS data via OPUS-Share or participate in crowdsourced efforts to improve the network. Help make the NSRS even more robust for everyone.
Measure progress monthly. Track how the modernization impacts your work—review coordinate shifts, audit legacy data, and plan for smoother integrations in future projects.
These resolutions blend practicality with the spirit of improvement that defines geodesy. Happy New Year—may your positions be accurate, your elevations precise, and your datums forever modernized! For the latest updates, check geodesy.noaa.gov.
It’s no surprise that Grok highlighted the NSRS modernization; it even incorporated a photo of a geodetic benchmark I took for my July 2025 GPS World Survey Scenenewsletter.
Understanding that most AI chatbots personalize results using past interactions (unless disabled), I wanted to test this. After clearing my cache and deleting all previous Grok interactions, I posed the question again.
You can find that second, impersonalized response below.
Second Response from Grok
What would be a good New Year’s Resolution for a user of the National Spatial Reference System? Grok’s Second answer.
Here are some practical, realistic, and useful New Year’s resolutions tailored for someone who regularly works with the NSRS whether you’re a surveyor, GIS professional, geodesist, engineer or data manager:
“This year, I will stop mixing epochs without documenting them.” Resolve to always record the reference epoch (e.g., 2010.0, 2020.00) when I use NAD83(2011), NAD83(CORS96), NAD83(2011) epoch-specific coordinates, or when I transform to ITRF2020/2020.0. Bonus: add epoch to layer names and metadata.
“I will run OPUS or CSRS-PPP at least once a month to keep my local control fresh.” Make it a habit to periodically re-observe a trusted point and submit it to NOAA’s OPUS (or CSRS-PPP in Canada) to verify that my local network hasn’t drifted too far from the national datum.
“I will finally transition at least one active project to the modern NSRS (NAD83(2011)/NAVD88 → NATRF2022 / NAPGD2022).” Pick one ongoing or new project and do the full datum shift. Learn the tools (NADCON5, VERTCON3, GEOID18 → GEOID2022) and document what changed.
“I will replace every ‘NAD83’ label that doesn’t specify an epoch or realization with something more precise.” No more generic “NAD83” in reports, plats, or metadata. Aim for “NAD83(2011) epoch 2010.0” or “NAD83(2011) CORS-derived” — or better yet, start using NATRF2022 when appropriate.
“I will learn to use the NGS Coordinate Conversion and Transformation Tool (NCAT) fluently.” Commit to doing at least 5 conversions or transformations per month in NCAT instead of relying on old software or hand-calculated factors.
“I will check the NGS Data Explorer / Datasheet for every benchmark or CORS I plan to use — before I use it.” No more assuming a published value is still good. Make it a 2-minute ritual to look up the latest adjusted position and velocity.
“I will attend at least one NGS webinar or read one Bluebook chapter in 2026.” The NGS webinar series is free and excellent. Pick one session (e.g., on GEOID2022, NATRF2022 implementation, or GNSS vector processing) and actually watch it.
“I will prepare a small ‘before/after’ datum comparison report for my organization or clients.” Quantify what the 2022–2025 NSRS modernization means in your typical project area (horizontal shift, orthometric height change). Even a one-page summary builds understanding and credibility.
“I will stop treating GEOID18 as the final word and start using GEOID2022 for new work.” Especially important for projects that will live past 2025, as NGS is phasing out support for older geoids.
Pick one or two that feel achievable and most relevant to your day-to-day work. My personal favorite starter resolution for most NSRS users in 2026: “In 2026, I will clearly label the datum, realization, epoch, and geoid model on every deliverable I produce.”
That one habit alone dramatically reduces confusion downstream.
I really appreciate Grok’s responses because they address crucial issues that many geospatial users either overlook or take for granted, emphasizing the importance of proper documentation and associated metadata.
Key Resolution Examples:
Specificity: “I will replace every ‘NAD83’ label that doesn’t specify an epoch or realization with something more precise.”
Verification: “I will check the NGS Data Explorer / Datasheet for every benchmark or CORS I plan to use — before I use it.”
It is important to note that the AI chatbot assumes the modernized NSRS has already been adopted, which, as of January 2026, is not the case. This highlights that AI still has limitations and requires human oversight.
I challenge you to ask your own AI chatbot a similar, niche question related to your profession and compare its responses.
Beyond the specific technical corrections, Grok provided excellent general advice for any geospatial professional. Take, for example, action items 1 and 5 from its first response:
Transition Workflows: Commit to fully updating software, processes, and datasets to align with the new terrestrial reference frames and geopotential datum.
Measure Progress Monthly: Track the real-world impact of modernization by reviewing coordinate shifts, auditing legacy data, and planning for smoother integrations in upcoming projects.
Even though the modernized NSRS has not yet been officially adopted as of January 2026—with official release and FGCS approval expected later this year—following these steps now ensures you are prepared for the official transition when it occurs.
To help your team prepare for the official transition later this year, I’ve included a box titled “Questions to Guide a Self-Assessment of Your Operation and Products.” These questions, originally featured in my October newsletter, are designed to ensure your organization is fully equipped to implement the new NSRS the moment it is adopted.
Are you generating or using geospatial data (or doing both)?
If so, your workflows are likely dependent on geodetic control tied to one or more NGS products. The upcoming NSRS update will affect these dependencies. (See the box titled “List of NGS Products and Services.”)
Do you know if your mission, project, or datasets depend on NGS products?
Identifying whether and how your entity relies on NGS products is a critical first step in assessing potential impacts.
What are your accuracy, precision, and shelf-life requirements for geospatial data?
Understanding your mission’s specific data requirements ensures you can evaluate whether NSRS modernization will meet your operational needs without unnecessary adjustments. This should include plans to accommodate greater accuracy in the future.
Do you know how your entity accesses and utilizes geospatial data?
Are you obtaining it directly from NGS or indirectly through third-party vendors (e.g., RTN systems, GIS platforms, GNSS companies)?
Many entities rely on geodetic control without realizing it. NGS’s foundational data and frameworks are often invisible and seamlessly embedded within the tools and services offered by third-party vendors, such as GIS platforms, survey equipment, and software providers. These vendors, in turn, depend heavily on NGS products like the NSRS to ensure their tools are accurate and functional. Understanding this indirect reliance is crucial for preparing your workflows and ensuring continuity as the NSRS is modernized.
Where does your entity fit in with the geodetic workflow?
Does your entity create integral products (e.g., GNSS data, Lidar data) on which other products depend?
Evaluating these dependencies will help you determine the scope of NSRS modernization impacts.
What are your project requirements for data accuracy and longevity?
Assess whether your data accuracy thresholds and long-term usability align with the modernized NSRS.
Have you evaluated workflows and identified potential impacts in areas affected by significant ground movement (e.g., regions with tectonic shifts, vertical land motion, and, most notably, subsidence)
Identifying potential risk or disruption areas can guide prioritization and help mitigate impacts on critical operations.
While the original meeting scheduled for October 15, 2025, was canceled due to the Federal Government Shutdown, it has been officially rescheduled for Wednesday, January 21, 2026. This meeting will be critical for aligning agency engagement strategies and self-assessments ahead of the final adoption of the new datums.
Increase awareness of the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) Modernization rollout schedule and engagement strategy, including self-assessment and interaction between official departmental working groups and an NGS point of contact.
Within other Departments, connect decision-makers to those who accomplish NSRS modernization tasks and designate points of contact to interface with NGS capacity-building efforts.
Share experiences and strategies among federal agencies concerning NSRS Modernization self-assessment and preparation.
(New) Formally transition the foundational beta products (released in May 2025) from preliminary to final.
Gather questions, discuss anticipated challenges, and identify opportunities to support each other through this transition.
The FGCS plays a central role in coordinating geodetic activities across the federal government, including the development of standards and the promotion of the use of authoritative geodetic control (e.g., CORS, geoids) to ensure that geospatial data is accurate, accessible, and interoperable, and to advance the modernization of NSRS across agencies and recommend the adoption of the modernized NSRS by FGDC as the official basis for geodetic control in the United States. It is my understanding that this meeting is open to the public (virtually) for listening and observation. The box titled “Federal Geodetic Control Subcommittee Meeting” provides the agenda of the January 21, 2026, meeting.
Federal Geodetic Control Subcommittee Meeting Agenda held January 21, 2026.
To join the meeting virtually, registration is required. You can find all the necessary details and a direct link to sign up in the box titled “Registration for the Virtual Attendance of the Meeting.”
NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey (NGS) invites you to the upcoming Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Federal Geodetic Control Subcommittee (FGCS) meeting.
In October 2025, NSPS held its Fall meeting. The box titled “Excerpts from 2025 NSPS Fall Meeting Report: October 17, 2025” contains excerpts from the report provided by Richard Kleinmann, Wisconsin NSPS Director, on the working group’s activities being performed by the National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS) Professional Standards NSRS Modernization Subcommittee.
Submitted by: Richard Kleinmann PLS, Wisconsin NSPS Director
Subcommittee Purpose: To promote awareness, adoption, and readiness for the implementation of the Modernized National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) in cooperation with the National Geodetic Survey (NGS) and other geospatial groups.
Activities: NSPS leadership and the NSRS Modernization Subcommittee continue to work closely with NGS to promote awareness, adoption, and readiness for the new 2022 datums, which are expected to be approved sometime in 2026. Due to federal funding challenges occurring in 2025, NSPS felt it necessary to intensify its support of NGS and the modernization of the NSRS which was the genesis of this subcommittee.
The NSRS Modernization Subcommittee is also working on a series of documents originally developed by Dana J. Caccamise of NGS intended to be used by Federal Agencies in the transition to the new datums. We are adapting the documents to change the “voice” from NGS to NSPS and the intended audience to state, regional, county and local agencies, as well as private practitioners, to help them transition smoothly to the modernized NSRS. At this point, the document package includes:
Briefing materials for agency coordination (Presentation Template)
These document resources are being developed with the hope to share them via NSPS social media outreach efforts and possibly a geospatial information “hub” shared by NSPS and other geospatial organizations.
Proposed Whitepapers/Use Case Reports: The intent of these whitepapers is to is to provide a somewhat higher-level view of how the transition to the new datums/frames can be accomplished by showing what tools are available and what to consider when designing a project approach. Our hope is to promote the adoption of the new datums and share the benefits of doing so. Basically, adopting a “be prepared, not scared” attitude. We are looking for people willing to share their solutions so others can benefit from their experience and be more likely to be early adopters. It is not our intent to develop detailed step by step recipes that can be blindly followed because every geographic region has their unique circumstances that need to be considered but the white papers will instead supply the foundation for them to confidently build a project approach that works in their situation.
Coordination with other working groups: NSPS is looking forward to coordinating with similar Working Groups that NGS has encouraged to be formed by the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) and the American Association for Geodetic Surveying (AAGS). There are several Task Forces and Committees formed on the state level that are also working on adoption and implementation issues specific to their states. Together, these efforts aim to build understanding, reduce uncertainty, and support the geospatial community’s successful implementation of the updated reference framework. NSPS and NGS have committed to having a significant presence at Geo Week in Denver, Colorado, on February 16-18, 2026.
As mentioned in the working group’s report, “As an outgrowth of interaction between NSPS & NGS during NGS quarterly meetings and at geospatial events such as the ESRI User Conference and Geo Week, the NSPS leadership team and subsequently the NSRS Modernization Subcommittee began developing a suite of resources — including an ArcGIS StoryMap with several resources useful for the transition. See the link for the NSPS ArcGIS Story map here: https://share.google/oOAIapPQnux5q8nwl.
The box titled “NSPS ArcGIS Story Map” offers a detailed look at this resource, which visually illustrates the impact and benefits of the upcoming NSRS modernization.
NSPS ArcGIS Story Map
The website has five buttons:
Overview
What to Expect
How to Prepare
Resources
Note to Users
The section titled “The Overview Section” details the essential information — who, what, where, when, and why — regarding the new, modernized NSRS. Additional information is available on the website.
Overview
WHO: The National Geodetic Survey (NGS), located within the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) of the United States government. The NGS is responsible for defining, maintaining, and providing access to the country’s positioning infrastructure called the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS).
WHAT: Is updating the NSRS – horizontal (geometric, NAD 83) and vertical (geopotential, NAVD 88 and local island vertical datums PRVD02, USVI09, ASVD02, GUVD04, HAWAII – Local Tidal) geodetic datums, an effort that has been underway since 2007.
WHERE:The North American, Pacific, Caribbean, and Marianas plates.
WHEN: Now – rollout is underway. An updated Federal Register Noticewas released on October 9, 2024. Alphaand Betaproducts are being released, with full replacement of the NSRS anticipated in 2026.
WHY: These datums have been in use since GPS was in its infancy – i.e., for decades, and there are known limitations that the new system addresses:
NAD 83 is not as geocentrically defined as today’s positioning technologies demand, meaning not referenced to the center of Earth’s mass, by about 2.24 meters based on the latest international estimates. This is problematic when using Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), which orbit about and provide positions relative to the center of the Earth.
NAD 83 grouped the North American and Caribbean plates in its definition. The updated system has broken those two plates out (because we now understand how to measure how the plates rotate individually) in addition to the Pacific and Marianas plates included in NAD 83, resulting in definitions for four Terrestrial Reference Frames (TRFs): NATRF2022, PATRF2022, MATRF2022, and CATRF2022.
Continental drift and vertical land movement were not accounted for in the existing NSRS. Reference epochs (timestamps, for instance) for coordinates have been introduced for survey data to help us better understand movement or change over time.
Based on current international geoid estimates, NAVD 88 is biased by approximately 1.5 meters and tilted by 1 meter coast-to-coast.
There are currently multiple vertical datums. The new system will consist of one.
NAD 83 and NAVD 88 were designed independently, resulting in reduced accuracy. In the new system, they were designed together, resulting in better integration and higher accuracy.
GEOID 18 and previous models were hybrid models “warped” to match leveled benchmarks. GEOID2022 will be a more consistent and stable model as it is a purely gravimetric geoid model.
Currently, both physical marks and continuously operating GNSS stations are relied upon for the existing NSRS. Physical marks degrade and are destroyed over time, negatively affecting height and position data. The modernized NSRS will rely exclusively on GNSS stations.
State Plane Coordinate System 83 (SPCS 83) includes high levels of distortion for many areas. The modernized SPCS2022 minimizes distortion or scale error (the difference between ground and grid measurements) at the topographic surface rather than the reference ellipsoid surface, and is designed to minimize distortion in populated or high-use areas.
An important change between SPCS 83 and the upcoming SPCS2022 is that only the international foot (1 foot = 0.3048 meter, exactly) will be supported, which differs from SPCS 83, with some states officially using the international foot while others use the U.S. survey foot (1 foot = 1200/3937 meters). This is consistent with the deprecation of the U.S. survey footinitiated by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) at the end of December 2022.
The website makes it easy to spread the word about NSRS modernization. By clicking the share button on the right side of the page, you can access several ways to distribute the story map with colleagues or on social media.
The Sharing the NSPS ArcGIS Story Map includes more details — it even includes an embedded QR code that you can scan to open the map directly on your mobile device.
You can access it on your mobile device using the code below.
NSPS ArcGIS Story Map QR Code
For those who prefer a physical copy or a clean PDF, the site also offers a print-friendly version. See the box titled “NSPS ArcGIS Story Map – Print View” for instructions on how to access it. This 15-page document provides all the same information as the interactive site in a consolidated, easy-to-read format.
NSPS ArcGIS Story Map – Print View
As highlighted in the NSPS working group’s October report, both NSPS and NGS are committed to a major presence at Geo Week in Denver, Colorado, from February 16–18, 2026.
A key session, “NSRS Modernization – The Latest Technical Updates,” is currently scheduled for February 17, 2026, at 2:00 PM. For more details on the presentation and speakers, refer to NSRS Modernization – The Latest Technical Updates below.
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM MT
Bluebird Ballroom 1A
The National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) is undergoing a major transformation to provide more accurate, accessible, and consistent geospatial reference data across the United States. This session will present the latest technical updates on NSRS modernization, including advancements in geodetic reference frames, updated survey standards, and enhanced tools for positioning and measurement. Attendees will learn how these changes impact surveying, mapping, infrastructure, and engineering projects, and gain practical guidance for integrating modernized NSRS data into workflows. This session is essential for professionals seeking to stay current with the evolving national geospatial reference framework.https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#search/lfoster%40esri.com/FMfcgzQcqtcPbfppZtnTpZZWDMkQcXfk?projector=1&messagePartId=0.1
I wish you all a prosperous 2026 filled with wonderful new relationships, exciting opportunities, and continued happiness and success.
Hexagon has joined the Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MMoU) on Strengthening the Global Geodesy Supply Chain.
The MMOU is a shared recognition by the United Nations Global Geodetic Centre of Excellence (UN-GGCE) — alongside member state government departments and agencies, private sector companies, organizations, associations, and academic institutions — that action is required to make the foundations of positioning, navigation and timing services robust.
With HxGN SmartNet, Hexagon has built a reliable, scalable GNSS infrastructure that integrates physical reference stations, specialized software such as Leica Spider, and a secure environment for distributing precise positioning data. Supporting tens of thousands of users worldwide, SmartNet delivers the accuracy and continuity essential for daily operations across many sectors.
The MMoU signatories hope to advance resilient positioning services and strengthen geospatial capabilities for nations around the world. Through joint initiatives, they aim to:
Enhance continuity and accuracy of GNSS-based positioning services
Strengthen resilience against signal interference
Support countries in developing and maintaining geodetic infrastructure
Expand education and workforce development in geodesy.
These initiatives ultimately help end users access more consistent accuracy, higher service availability, and stronger resilience against jamming or spoofing.
The MMoU was signed by Henning Sandfort, president, Geosystems Business Area, Hexagon, and Dieter Fritsch, Hexagon’s representative to the UN-GGIM Private Sector Network, on Nov. 17.
“Joining the MMoU underscores our commitment to ensuring that accurate, dependable geospatial information is accessible to governments and organisations worldwide,” Sandfort said.
“Hexagon’s contribution under the MMoU demonstrates the importance of global collaboration between Member States, UN and the geospatial industry,” said Nicholas Brown, head of Office at the UN-GGCE. “Hexagon is a key player of GNSS technology and digital reality solutions and therefore mostly welcomed to contribute the future vision of a strengthened global geodesy supply chain.
Genesys has developed India’s first large-scale high-definition maps engineered specifically for vehicles enabled with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Covering more than 1 lakh km of India’s national highways, expressways and strategic corridors, this initiative marks one of India’s most ambitious road intelligence programs and establishes a new benchmark for automotive-grade precision.
India’s highways account for a disproportionately high share of road fatalities, driven by fast-moving traffic, inconsistent lane discipline, and limited real-time awareness for drivers and vehicles. HD maps narrow this gap by adding the centimeter-level context that traditional maps cannot provide — lane geometry, curves, slopes, signage, barriers and localization cues that help ADAS systems anticipate danger instead of merely reacting to it. This is a big leap forward from current sensor-based ADAS systems, Genesys said.
The HD maps include ADAS-critical features such as lane geometry, road markings, barriers, signage, medians, elevation and curvature profiles, and localization objects like poles and gantries — all processed to achieve centimeter-grade precision.
CORS network plays a key role
To achieve the centimeter-level accuracy required for ADAS Level 2 functionality, Genesys relies on the Survey of India’s Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS) network. Real-time GNSS correction signals along major corridors dramatically strengthen field operations, allowing survey teams to capture lane-level and asset-level detail that meets global automotive standards.
This work builds on the existing memorandum of understanding between Genesys and Survey of India, enabling collaboration on digital twin projects, national mapping programs, and high-accuracy geospatial missions.
These datasets are owned by Genesys and can be licensed across industries, creating opportunities in commercial fleet navigation, logistics optimization, mobility platforms, safety analytics and automotive R&D.
