Woolpert, Southern Mapping Company, and AAM recently united to provide Africa with world-class aerial mapping and surveying services. Individually, each firm possesses a rich history of geospatial excellence. Together, as the largest geospatial firm in Africa, we offer unparalleled innovation, the most advanced geospatial technologies and a deep pool of local expertise. Backed by Woolpert’s international staff and resources, our powerhouse team lives and works in South Africa to provide a unique blend of local, personal service and large-scale, professional capacity. We are a diverse group of geospatial professionals linked by a common name and a common goal—delivering the best solutions to today’s complex mapping challenges.
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Happy National Aviation Day to all the aviation professionals, past and present, who have dedicated their careers—and passion for flying—to keeping our skies safe and pushing the industry forward. #NationalAviationDay #aviation #OrvilleWright Lindsey Wolanczyk Holly Stapleton
Exciting Times at the 13th SARA Rail Conference & Exhibition! Woolpert is gearing up to join industry leaders, strategic stakeholders, government representatives at the SARA #Rail Conference & Exhibition. We’re thrilled to be part of this pivotal event at the #Sandton Convention Centre in #Johannesburg, where the future of rail transport in #Africa will take center stage. Our team Cecilia Hattingh, David Kuxhausen, PLS, William Marbell and Jannie Engelke will be on-site, ready to engage with industry leaders and explore innovative #geospatial #mapping solutions for the region’s rail network. - Route Optimization - Maintenance Planning - Risk Management - Precision Railway Monitoring - Rail Safety Let's connect, collaborate, and drive progress together! #SARA2024 #RailInnovation #WoolpertAfrica #TransportExcellence
SPOTTED! Our Woolpert #Africa air crew celebrates after successfully passing a thorough inspection and safety audit with the Civil Aviation Authority in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This accomplishment highlights our unwavering commitment to safety and operational excellence in #geospatial aerial #LiDAR #mapping. Well done to the entire team! Together, we continue to set the standard for excellence across Africa. #safetyfirst #aerialsurveys #drc #CAA #Aviation #WoolpertAfrica #ZSSSY
Happy #WomensDay2024! At Woolpert #Africa, we proudly honor the extraordinary #women who propel our success. Their passion, strength, and unity inspire us and shape our future. Today, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of all #Woolpert women and trailblazers around the world, recognizing the powerful impact they make every day! #Womensday #womeninspiringwomen #womensmonth #Geospatial #Womeninstem #WoolpertAfrica
Starting our week off right with a stunning video from our survey crew, currently in #Gabon. Woolpert #Africa Coastal #LiDAR surveys are indispensable #geospatial tools for understanding and managing coastal environments, providing the data necessary for sustainable development, environmental protection, and disaster resilience. #CoastalSurveys #LiDARTechnology #EnvironmentalProtection #SustainableDevelopment #DisasterResilience #CoastalMapping #ErosionAssessment #FloodRisk #HabitatMapping #ShorelineManagement #MarineNavigation #RemoteSensing #GeospatialInnovation #WoolpertAfrica
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This morning, Woolpert Utilities Geospatial Program Director Mike Battles took the stage at the UIIC - Utility Imagery & Inspection Consortium Symposium as part of the keynote address. UIIC brings utilities and solution providers together to share best practices from image capture and data management to ultimately leveraging AI and other advanced analytic methods that will provide predictive insights to improve reliability, safety, and financial performance. “Woolpert is at the forefront of geospatial innovation, and our participation in the UIIC Symposium is a testament to our commitment," Woolpert Geospatial Utilities Market Director Kristi Norman (Singleton) said. "By showcasing our advanced technology for data collection, we empower utilities to make informed decisions, enhance safety, and optimize infrastructure management.” #utilities #geospatial #infrastructure #inspection Kim Hansen
Thank you for the shout out, Hexagon Geosystems! Woolpert continues to champion efforts to advocate for equal opportunities, support networks, and mentorship programs to ensure the continued success and growth of women in #geospatialtechnology and related disciplines. #Trailblaizers #FemaleAviators #WomenInSpatial #Geospatial #WoolpertAfrica
We passed the midyear mark 🙈 We hope you all enjoy your summer. This year, we feature one customer or team member from around the world every month to celebrate the diversity and pluralism of our global customer base and workforce. This month: Aerial surveying trailblazers Woolpert Africa last year deployed its first all-female survey team in Africa, comprising of pilot Danielle Cornille and operator Nontuthuzo Dlamini. The two conducted an aerial survey for a planned electricity transmission line project in Chad, West Africa.
#ThrowbackThursday - In November of 2023, Woolpert #Africa was awarded Best Quality Conscious Contractor by Tata Projects for a combined 500km aerial LiDAR #powerline project in #BurkinaFaso and #Benin. Our success is built on the collaborative efforts of our exceptional teams! Our Program Directors and Project Managers worked meticulously in close collaboration with TATA Projects, setting the foundation for a successful project. Tata Projects is renowned for providing sustainable solutions and demonstrating a strong presence in various #infrastructure sectors, which greatly enhanced our collaborative efforts. The dedication of our Air Crew was instrumental in collecting high-quality data with precision and care; and our Data Processors transformed the collected data into a final product that met the highest standards of quality. At Woolpert Africa, #quality is of utmost importance, and this recognition underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional results. We are proud of our teams and their unwavering pursuit of excellence. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this remarkable achievement! #WoolpertAfrica #AwardWinning #LiDAR #PowerlineProjects #QualityFirst #TeamWork #Excellence
Today's image features a comparison of 0.5-meter GSD (Ground Sample Distance) imagery and elevation data at 1-meter grid spacing. #LiDAR technology enhances precision by providing detailed three-dimensional terrain models, essential for efficient resource extraction and top-notch site management in #mining operations. Elevate your projects with precise, high-resolution data for valuable geospatial insights! Woolpert #MiningInnovation #GeospatialData #MiningTech #DataPrecision #MiningProjects #ElevationData #woolpertafrica
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"As we advance in technology and innovation, hydrography remains at the forefront, supporting exploration, conservation, and development—and helping us to shape a safer and more sustainable future for our oceans and coasts." Happy #WorldHydrographyDay! Woolpert Asia-Pacific Woolpert Africa #hydrography #sustainability