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Explore our blog hub below, where you can find a collection of all our latest articles and insights. Stay up-to-date with diverse topics and insights into the aerial survey world. We are always working on interesting projects with inspirational clients!

Wind Farm Mapping

Wind Farm Mapping

Comprehensive Topographical Data for Wind Farm Planning Effective wind farm planning hinges on high-quality topographical data, essential for the precise positioning of turbines and the strategic planning of access roads,

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Marine Wildlife Aerial Survey

Marine Aerial Surveys

AERIAL SURVEYS FOR MARINE WILDLIFE COUNTING WHALES FROM ABOVE The Role of Wildlife Surveys in Conservation Wildlife surveys play a crucial role in understanding biodiversity health and supporting effective ecological

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Town LiDAR Survey

Urban LiDAR Survey

Urban Aerial LiDAR Survey in Alberta We recently completed a comprehensive aerial LiDAR survey of a large town in Alberta, delivering exceptional results beyond the original project specifications. While the

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Sugar Crop Area Audit

Sugar Crop Area Audit

Southern Africa Sugar Crop Area Audit ZIMBABWE, SOUTH AFRICA, MOZAMBIQUE Leveraging Satellite Data for Agricultural Analysis Satellite sensors provide a wealth of coarse image data, extending beyond standard RGB imagery

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Thermal Survey

Industrial Effluent Imaging

Multi Spectral Imaging of Industrial effluent PIETERMARITZBURG, SOUTH AFRICA Modular Sensor Integration for Maximum Efficiency WGS employs a modular system design that allows the seamless integration of multiple sensors to

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Oblique Imaging

3D Modelling of Pietermaritzburg

Oblique Acquisition and 3D City Modelling PIETERMARITZBURG, SOUTH AFRICA Advanced Multi-camera Imaging System WGS has developed a purpose-built oblique imaging multicamera rig that sets a new standard in geospatial data

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UAV Port mapping

Manila Port Mapping

UAV PORT TERMINAL SURVEY MANILA, PHILLIPINES ADVANCEMENTS IN DRONE TECHNOLOGY Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) surveys, more commonly known as Drone surveys have become a reliable solution for photogrammetric surveys, thanks

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Town Aerial Survey

Town Mapping in Alberta

TOWN MAPPING AND URBAN PLANNING IN ALBERTA, CANADA SUPPORTING SMALL COMMUNITIES ACROSS CANADA WGS provides critical geospatial services to numerous smaller towns and hamlets annually during the Canadian season. These

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Flood Analysis Survey

Saskatchewan Flood Analysis

Flood and drainage analysis in Saskatchewan, Canada OUR LARGEST SURVEY The largest single survey undertaken by WGS occurred over a span of three weeks in the Canadian province of Saskatchewan.

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Aerial Survey Pod

Revolutionising Aerial Surveys with the Survey Pod

Introduction Aerial surveys play a vital role across industries, including agriculture, land development, ecological studies, and urban planning. Traditionally, either drones or dedicated survey aircraft performed these surveys, but both

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National Park Survey

Gorongosa National Park LiDAR Survey

Project Overview The Princeton University team embarked on a challenging LiDAR survey over Gorongosa National Park. Due to unpredictable environmental factors, including wildfires from a lingering drought, the project required

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Gwaii Haanas Aerial Survey

Gwaai Haanas LiDAR Survey

Introduction to the Gwaai Haanas LiDAR Project In 2018, WGS launched a LiDAR survey on Moresby Island, focusing on Gwaai Haanas National Park, located off the West Coast of British

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