GEO Week News | Lidar, AEC, 3D Technology & Geospatial Insights

Lidar
Lidar Technology

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Mobile Mapping

Technologies and workflows for capturing geospatial data with mobile mapping systems

SLAM

Simultaneous localization and mapping for real-time 3D environment reconstruction

Aerial Mapping

Capturing and analyzing geospatial data through aerial and airborne platforms

Point Clouds

Digital representations of 3D data captured from scans, lidar, and photogrammetry

Bathymetry

Mapping underwater terrain and measuring water depth

Hardware

Terrestrial Scanners

Handheld & SLAM

Airborne Sensors

UAV-Mounted Lidar

Resources

Webinar

Grounded Perspectives on Drone Lidar

Report

4 Critical Reasons To Outsource Modeling, And 1 Time You Shouldn’t

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3D Technology, 3D Visualization, AEC / Built Environment, AEC Workflows, Featured, Industries, Infrastructure & Transportation, Lidar Technology, Point Clouds, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning, Sponsored

Reducing Operational Complexity

July 24, 2026
GIS
GIS

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Standards

Industry protocols and best practices that enable geospatial data and systems

Resources

Webinar

The Geospatial Pipeline Doesn’t Build Itself

Report

GIS in Action: 5 Case Studies Transforming Public Services

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AEC / Built Environment, AI & Emerging Tech, Digital Twins, Earth Observation, GeoAI, GIS, Industry Signals, Lidar Technology, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning

Esri UC Key Takeaways From a First-Timer

July 22, 2026
AEC
AEC / Built Environment

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BIM

Building Information Modeling trends, tools, and best practices

Digital Twins

Digital twin technologies for smarter assets and infrastructure

AEC Workflows

Technology insights for architecture, engineering, and construction

Resources

Webinar

Reality Capture in Active Construction Environments

Report

4 Critical Reasons To Outsource Modeling, And 1 Time You Shouldn’t

Latest

3D Technology, 3D Visualization, AEC / Built Environment, AEC Workflows, Featured, Industries, Infrastructure & Transportation, Lidar Technology, Point Clouds, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning, Sponsored

Reducing Operational Complexity

July 24, 2026
AI
AI & Emerging Tech

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Autonomous Vehicles

Autonomous vehicle technologies shaping the future of mobility

Robotics / Automation

Robotics and automation solutions for smarter, more efficient operations

GeoAI

How artificial intelligence and machine learning are reshaping geospatial work

Resources

Webinar

2026 Outlook: The Big Shifts Reshaping Geospatial

Report

5 Geospatial Data Trends Reshaping AEC Workflows

Latest

AI & Emerging Tech, GeoAI, Industry Signals

Houseal Lavigne: Generative AI for City Planners

July 24, 2026
Reality Capture
Reality Capture & 3D Scanning

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Photogrammetry

Turning photos into accurate 3D models, maps, and digital reconstructions

3D Visualization

Tools and techniques for creating interactive 3D models, scenes, and digital experiences

Resources

Webinar

Fast, Accurate, or Both? The Reality Capture Tradeoff No One Explains

Report

The Emergence of Digital Twins As A Single Source of Truth

Latest

3D Technology, 3D Visualization, AEC / Built Environment, AEC Workflows, Featured, Industries, Infrastructure & Transportation, Lidar Technology, Point Clouds, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning, Sponsored

Reducing Operational Complexity

July 24, 2026
Drones
Drones

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UAV/UAS

Unmanned aerial systems, including drone platforms, operations, and regulations

Resources

Webinar

Grounded Perspectives on Drone Lidar

Report

How UAVS Are Improving Geospatial and AEC Workflows

Latest

Conference News, Industry Events, UAV / Drones

What Commercial UAV Expo 2026 Has in Store for Geospatial Professionals

July 2, 2026
Earth Observation
Earth Observation

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Remote Sensing

Collecting and analyzing Earth observation data from satellites, aircraft, and drones

Satellites

The missions watching our planet from above, covering the data, sensors, and applications they enable on the ground.

Photogrammetry

The techniques that turn overlapping photographs into accurate 3D models, point clouds, and maps.

Resources

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AEC / Built Environment, AI & Emerging Tech, Digital Twins, Earth Observation, GeoAI, GIS, Industry Signals, Lidar Technology, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning

Esri UC Key Takeaways From a First-Timer

July 22, 2026
Industries

Industries / Topics

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Infrastructure & Transportation

Geospatial tools for managing built environments and transport networks

Energy, Utilities, Telecom, Industrial

Geospatial solutions for monitoring, mapping, and managing energy infrastructure

Disaster & Emergency Response

Geospatial tools for rapid assessment, response, and recovery during emergencies

Facility Management

Tools for tracking and optimizing assets and facilities

Urban Planning & Development

Geospatial solutions for designing, managing, and improving urban environments

Natural Resource Management

Geospatial tools for monitoring and managing land and natural resources

Surveying & Mapping

Tools, techniques, and technology behind capturing and visualizing the physical world

Historical Preservation & Documentation

Geospatial technology in service of the past, covering how laser scanning, photogrammetry, and 3D documentation capture and preserve heritage sites, monuments, and historic structures.

Architecture, Engineering & Construction

How architecture, engineering, and construction teams put reality capture and 3D data to work, from BIM coordination and design through construction verification on active job sites.
Resources
Resources

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Articles

Insights, updates, and knowledge covering geospatial technologies and applications

Webinars

Expert sessions, demos, and discussions on geospatial technologies and trends

Reports

In-depth research, analysis, and insights on geospatial technologies and applications

Case Studies

Real-world examples showcasing geospatial solutions and project outcomes

Latest

Aerial Mapping, Disaster & Emergency Response

Reducing Power Outages with Airborne LiDAR and AI: A Scalable Approach to Vegetation Management in Eastern Canada

May 20, 2026

Editor's Picks

Yes, You Should Submit a Talk for Geo Week 2027

July 15, 2026

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AI BIM Automation Sees Concentrated June Activity With Four Major Launches

July 15, 2026

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When the World Cup Comes to Town: How GIS Is Keeping Houston and DFW Running

July 7, 2026

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The Vessel That Never Sleeps

June 30, 2026

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AEC Workflows, Infrastructure & Transportation, Interview, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning, Urban Planning & Development

Reality Capture’s Growing Role in Civil Construction

Abigail Hart

Abigail Hart

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July 15, 2026

Around the Industry, Industry Signals

Around the Geospatial, 3D, and AEC Industries: Surveys, Wetlands, and Spatial Intelligence

Abigail Hart

Abigail Hart

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July 27, 2026

Esri UC Key Takeaways From a First-Timer

Recap from Esri's 2026 User Conference

Abigail Hart

Abigail Hart

July 22, 2026

8 min listen

AEC / Built Environment, AI & Emerging Tech, Digital Twins, Earth Observation, GeoAI, GIS, Industry Signals, Lidar Technology, Reality Capture & 3D Scanning

Trending

The Digital Twin Reality Check with NV5

How One PhD Student Turned Academic Knowledge into Industry Impact

How Topcon and Pix4D Are Solving the Utilities Sector’s Data Problem

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Insights & Interviews

Yes, You Should Submit a Talk for Geo Week 2027

Carla Lauter

July 15, 2026

Reality Capture’s Growing Role in Civil Construction

Abigail Hart

July 15, 2026

When the World Cup Comes to Town: How GIS Is Keeping Houston and DFW Running

Abigail Hart

July 7, 2026

GeoAI Is Everywhere. What’s It Actually Doing?

Abigail Hart

July 1, 2026

RELATED: Geospatial at a Crossroads: Industry Leaders Chart the Path to 2026 and Beyond

How One PhD Student Turned Academic Knowledge into Industry Impact

Abigail Hart

June 24, 2026

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In the Field

Conference News, In Practice, Insight

Yes, You Should Submit a Talk for Geo Week 2027

July 15, 2026

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7 min listen

GIS, In Practice, Surveying & Mapping

Mapping Community Knowledge: How the Gulf of Maine Research Institute Uses Story Maps

May 15, 2026

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5 min listen

Industry Signals

Around the Geospatial, 3D, and AEC Industries: Surveys, Wetlands, and Spatial Intelligence

July 27, 2026

Topcon and GreenValley International collaborate on spatial intelligence innovations

July 27, 2026

Maptitude Named a Best GIS and Mapping Software Tool of 2026 in G2 Buyer’s Guide, Recognized as Best for Territory Mapping and Demographic Analysis

July 27, 2026

Houseal Lavigne: Generative AI for City Planners

July 24, 2026

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Resources

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Webinars

Grounded Perspectives on Drone Lidar

On-Demand Webinar, UAV / Drones

ASPRS’s Guidelines for Quantifying Aerial Lidar Density

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Lidar Technology, Upcoming Live Webinar

Reality Capture in Active Construction Environments

AEC / Built Environment, On-Demand Webinar

The Geospatial Pipeline Doesn’t Build Itself

GIS, On-Demand Webinar

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Reports & Guides

4 Critical Reasons To Outsource Modeling, And 1 Time You Shouldn’t

5 Geospatial Data Trends Reshaping AEC Workflows

7 Actions Geospatial Organizations Must Take Now to Stay Competitive

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Events

Sept 1-3, 2026

Commercial UAV Expo 2026

Las Vegas, NV

Feb 23-25, 2027

Geo Week 2027

Salt Lake City, UT