The GoGeomatics Expo 2025 returns to Calgary from November 3–5, bringing together Canada’s geospatial and geomatics communities for three days of national dialogue, networking, and collaboration. One of the standout tracks this year is AEC […]
Across Canada, billions are being invested in infrastructure renewal and development — but serious challenges remain underground. Inconsistent utility data, outdated standards, and fragmented responsibilities continue to put workers, projects, and the public at risk. […]
Underground infrastructure forms the backbone of modern cities, yet its management poses significant challenges worldwide. From safety hazards to substantial financial losses, the absence of accurate mapping and efficient data-sharing systems is a pressing issue. […]
Subsurface utility engineering (SUE) is a field where precision is critical – missteps can lead to costly delays, safety hazards, and even infrastructure failures. Yet, historically, the underground world has been poorly documented, with incomplete […]
The Challenge of Inaccurate Utility Information When working with public and private infrastructure projects we may encounter unexpected costs and delays due to inaccurate or incomplete utility drawings. The responsibility for providing accurate utility information […]
Subsurface Utility Engineering Advances: building on the interest and engagement from the successful 2023 expo, the 2024 National Canadian Geomatics Expo will feature an expanded track dedicated to Subsurface Utilities Engineering (SUE). This program encompasses […]
A livestream presentation of 3D Gyroscopic Pipeline Mapping Technology was given by Otto Ballintijn, CEO of Reduct NV, during SUMSF 2023, on May 16, 2023. The presentation served as an introduction to inertial navigation technology […]
Augmented Reality brings benefits and technical challenges to the world of utility mapping. Michael Bundock, CEO and Founder of Augview Ltd, engaged participants when he spoke during a livestream presentation on March 23, 2022, at […]