Red Hen Systems offers VMS-HDII Gas Finder, a turnkey pipeline patrol service solution. It detects pipeline gas leaks in parts per million (ppm) while capturing their locations on maps and video. This combination of Red Hens’ VMS-333 hardware and Boreal GasFinderAB laser delivers the information decision-makers need in order to quickly respond to problematic cracks or leaks in pipelines, the... read more
Dr. Jan Brecht-Clark is the new director of the National Coordination Office for Space-Based Positioning, Navigation, and Timing. She has held the post since December 17, 2012. The previous director, Anthony Russo, is now the chief program engineer in the Space Communications and Navigation Division of NASA. The National Coordination Office for Spaced-Based PNT is the permanent staff of the... read more
Magellan today announced that it has expanded the worldwide availability of the Magellan Switch Series of crossover GPS watches to Europe for athletes who run, bike, swim or participate in a variety of outdoor activities. The Magellan Switch and Switch Up watches are available this month from select retailers and through Magellan’s European distribution network. To support its European users,... read more
According to a new research report by Berg Insight, mobile location-based service (LBS) revenues in Europe are forecast to grow from €325 million in 2012 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20.5 percent to reach €825 million in 2017. The North American LBS market is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 9.2 percent from US $835 million... read more
Bryton Incorporated has chosen to integrate u-blox’ UBX-G6010 GPS single chip to give its sports electronics products location-aware features. Founded in 2009, Taiwan-based Bryton has established a brand of GPS-enabled sports monitoring devices dedicated to four main activities: cycling, fitness, outdoor adventure and athletic training. “At Bryton, we understand the mindset of sport enthusiasts, and know exactly what they are... read more
Supergeo has developed an iOS mobile GIS app to promote the local tourism industry in Yilan, Taiwan. Integrating local tourist information and a Google Maps display, the app provides practical travel information for better itinerary planning. Situated on Lan-Yang plain, Taiwan, Yilan County is famous for its natural beauty, a rich culture and abundant agricultural products. Convenient transportation has encouraged... read more
The Exprodat Team-GIS software suite has been updated to support ArcGIS 10.1. The widely used ArcGIS for Desktop extensions provide simple access to powerful petroleum workflows. All oil and gas companies on the ArcGIS 10.1 platform can now use Team-GIS software for data transfer, play based exploration, license ranking, reserve estimation and well-pad pattern planning. The Exprodat Team-GIS software is... read more
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