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Friday, January 14th, 2011

European Open Source Metadata Editor

The European Open Source Metadata Editor (EUOSME) is a web application to create INSPIRE-compliant metadata in any of 22 European languages. It has been developed by the Joint Research Centre as part of the EuroGEOSS project (www.eurogeoss.eu). It is therefore a research outcome and not a production tool.

Friday, January 14th, 2011

New Version of CompassTrac Software Provides Robust Mapping Engine, Advanced Geocoding and More

An advanced version of CompassCom Software’s CompassTrac is now available and allows for advanced functionality, making the management of fleets and other mobile assets a more precise and streamlined process. CompassTrac Software was designed to display the location and status of vehicles or other mobile assets in real time on a digital map. CompassTrac can be

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

URISA Exemplary Systems in Government (ESIG) Awards Process Opens

The Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) has recently posted the 2011 application materials for its prestigious Exemplary Systems in Government (ESIG) Awards. The awards recognize exceptional achievements in the application of geospatial information technology that have improved the delivery and quality of government services.Applications may be submitted in two categories, Single Process and

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

OpenGeo Suite Enterprise to be Locally Supported in Argentina by GeoTekne

GeoTekne, a GIS consulting company based in Tandil, Buenos Aires, and OpenGeo, a global leader in open source geospatial solutions, announced a reseller agreement that will bring the OpenGeo Suite Enterprise Edition to Argentina. OpenGeo is well-known for its contributions and leadership in the development of powerful open source geospatial technologies. The OpenGeo Suite offers

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Optech Rolls Out Aerial Camera Product Lines

Optech Incorporated, the world’s leading manufacturer of advanced lidar survey instruments, is pleased to announce that with the recent acquisition of Geospatial Systems, Inc. (GSI) they will roll out a comprehensive line of high-performance aerial imaging systems.

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

European Forest Institute’s Graduate Winter and Summer School on New Modes of Profitability in Europe’s Forests

EFI’s Winter and Summer School model (WSS) of graduate education aims at creating collaborative research networks on topics of high relevance for forests and environment at the European scale. Engaging doctoral students is central to supporting EFI’s mission to strengthen and mobilize European forest research and expertise to address policy-relevant needs. Graduate students will take

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Vue 9 Now Available in German and French

e-on software, makers of the leading solutions for Digital Nature, today announced the immediate availability of the French and German versions of its product line for 3D Enthusiasts and 3D Artists: Vue 9 Pioneer & Theme Packs, Vue 9 Frontier, Vue 9 Esprit, Vue 9 Studio and Vue 9 Complete. E-on software also confirmed that a

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

Mapbiquity Offers Free Starter Accounts for Web Map Creation Tools

Small projects now have a powerful, easy resource for getting their maps on the web. Mapbiquity announced over the weekend via Twitter ) its addition of a free account option. The Starter account option provides up to 10 megabytes of geographic data storage and all the functionality paid subscribers enjoy, including data layer upload, map

Thursday, January 13th, 2011

City of Alexandria, Louisiana Selects Autodesk Infrastructure Solutions

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) today announced that the City of Alexandria Louisiana’s Utility Services Department has selected Autodesk infrastructure software to help improve the tracking, accuracy and maintenance of the utility’s assets and data. The solution, which includes Autodesk Topobase and Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise software, will allow the City to more easily share intelligence and

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

ERDAS APOLLO Supports Local Planning Initiatives in Karnataka, India

ERDAS announces that ERDAS APOLLO is being used to support local planning initiatives in Karnataka, India. The Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology was created to improve the quality of life for impoverished populations throughout the state. The Karnataka Natural Resources Data Management System (NRDMS) was established to promote the use of spatial data