GIS
Russia Federal Law On Geodesy, Cartography and Spatial Data
According to recent news, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed Federal Law On Geodesy, Cartography and Spatial Data and on Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation. The Federal Law regulates relations arising as a result of carrying out geodetic
FAA Releases B4UFLY Smartphone App
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Michael Huerta today announced the public release of the B4UFLY mobile application following an initial beta testing period. B4UFLY is an easy-to-use smartphone app that
First Ever Digital Geologic Map of Alaska Published
ANCHORAGE, Alaska – A new digital geologic map of Alaska is being released today providing land users, managers and scientists geologic information for the evaluation of land use in relation to resource
HERE Unveils HD Live Map
January 5, 2016 – HERE, a leader in mapping and location technology, has unveiled HERE HD Live Map, the world’s most advanced cloud-based map asset commercially available for vehicles as of
The Irish Aviation Authority Issued Rules on the use of Drones in Ireland
In light of the increased use of drones, police in the UK have seen a spike in over 2,000% in drone related calls. Many of these calls are as a
City of Hudson Goes for GIS mapping of Utilities
According to recent news, City of Hudson will spend an estimated $222,000 to create the digital mapping for its storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water utilities. The City Council on
Government of India: Smart City Plans throw up a range of vision statements
Most of the cities aspire to be clean and green; others to leverage heritage and other unique features Stimulating economic development and inclusivity common aim Aligarh to promote communal harmony;
New Technique to Help Drones Manoeuvre Safely in Mountains
Beijing – Scientists have developed a new technology that can allow unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to manoeuvre safely in plateau mountain regions. The UAVs designed for plateau missions are usually
Russia Announces Compulsory Drone Registration
According to the recent news, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law that obliges all private owners of unmanned aircraft weighing over 250 grams to register them with the
Guidelines for Civilian Use of Drones on Anvil
New Delhi – India: There are “serious issues” with drone operations and the government is in the process of drafting guidelines for its civilian use. As part of this process,
