Leica Geosystems Introduces Latest in Linear Mode LiDAR
Heerbrugg, Switzerland – Leica Geosystems, industry leader in measurement technology, announced today the launch of TerrainMapper, its next generation linear mode LiDAR system. As part of the RealTerrain airborne LiDAR mapping solution, the new sensor builds on Leica Geosystems sensor technology and is supported by the HxMap unified multi-sensor post-processing workflow. TerrainMapper enables users to increase point accuracy, deliver even point density across the swath, and accommodates more...
Trimble Announces New MX9 Mobile Mapping System for Surveying, Engineering and Geospatial Professionals
SUNNYVALE, Calif —Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today the release of the Trimble® MX9 mobile mapping solution. The Trimble MX9 combines a vehicle-mounted mobile lidar system, multi-camera imaging and field software for efficient, precise and high-volume data capture for a broad range of mobile mapping applications such as road surveys, topographic mapping, 3D-modeling and asset management. The Trimble MX9 captures dense point cloud data along with 360 degree immersive georeferenced im...
Structural Engineer Stephen Cegelka Joins Stantec’s Anchorage Office
Anchorage, AK, NYSE, TSX:STN: Stephen Cegelka, PE, SE, has joined Stantec in its Anchorage office as a senior structural engineer. He has more than 20 years of in-state industry experience serving both public and private clients. Cegelka will provide senior design leadership for a variety of both building and civil design projects. Since joining Stantec, Cegelka has focused on military, transportation and water projects. His previous project experience includes multiple North Slope and o...
Bryan Ulrich Named Vice President in Stantec’s Mining Practice
Denver, CO, NYSE, TSX:STN: Bryan Ulrich has joined Stantec as a vice president in its mining practice. Ulrich is an internationally-recognized authority on tailing storage, including alternative tailing disposal. He has been involved with all aspects of heap leach facility design, including dozens of projects globally. Ulrich has more than 30 years of experience in engineering, project management, design, construction, and site investigations for mining-related projects. He will work fro...
Dane Schneider Joins HNTB in Houston as Project Director
HOUSTON – Dane Schneider, PE, joined HNTB Corporation as project director, based in the firm’s Houston office. Schneider leads the firm’s municipal practice in the region, focusing on projects with the City of Houston, Harris County, and Harris County Flood Control District. His work includes supporting disaster recovery efforts following Hurricane Harvey. Schneider has more than 25 years of industry experience in Texas, including capital improvement program development and delivery; storm wa...
Leica Geosystems Multipurpose Mobile Mapping Platform Increases Smart City Applications
Heerbrugg, Switzerland – Leica Geosystems, industry leader of measurement technology, released today the new Leica Pegasus:Two Ultimate, an upgrade to its current mobile mapping platform bringing higher quality digital reality capture to the market. Users can service new market segments, including Smart City applications by digitising road and rail infrastructures while expanding into new markets in support of autonomous vehicles, with seamless 360 and higher resolution imagery, and increas...
Gannett Fleming Names 2018 Stockholders
(Harrisburg, Pa.) Gannett Fleming names Andrew Gillespie, PE, PEng; Teresa Peterson PE, CME, LEED AP O+M, ENV SP; Eric Rensel; and Terry Snow, PE, as stockholders of the firm. These recognized firm leaders drive innovation and strengthen client relationships. They also advance the culture of opportunity and empowerment within the firm through their demonstrated leadership, integrity, and commitment to Gannett Fleming’s corporate values. Gillespie brings more than 25 years of experience to...
Michael Baker International Strengthens Operations in Louisville with Appointment of Patty Dunaway, P.E., as Office Executive
Louisville, KY – Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Patty Dunaway, P.E., has joined the firm as Office Executive in Louisville, Ky. In this role, Ms. Dunaway will be responsible for developing, overseeing and managing Michael Baker’s growth throughout Kentucky, including oversight of several high-profile projects within the state and region. She also will manage client relationships and provide leadership to expand...
Arcadis to Manage Capital Construction Improvements at Massachusetts Convention Facilities
BOSTON — Arcadis today announced its selection as Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) by the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) to oversee a capital improvements construction program enhancing four of its iconic facilities. Massachusetts served as a prime destination for meetings and events in 2017, generating more than $775 million for the local and regional economy. “The MCCA invests tens of millions of dollars annually to ensure our portfolio of venues delivers an exceptional e...
New Report Criticizes Validity of EIA Projections
Corvallis, OR — Post Carbon Institute released a report today authored by earth scientist J. David Hughes raising critical doubts about the U.S. Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) projections for domestic oil and shale gas production. The report, “Shale Reality Check: Drilling Into the U.S. Government’s Rosy Projections for Shale Gas & Tight Oil Production Through 2050,” takes aim at the veracity of forecasts found in the Annual Energy Outlook 2017 (AEO2017), in advance of the planned rel...