Ordnance Survey unveils new Aerial Acquisition Framework
Ordnance Survey unveils new Aerial Acquisition Framework Ordnance Survey (OS), Great Britain’s national mapping agency, has announced a new Aerial Acquisition Framework, which includes the participation of APEM, Bluesky International, and Fugro. The three companies have been chosen following a tender process, and OS now has access to the most up-to-date sensor technologies covering imagery, LiDAR, hyperspectral, and bathymetric data capture techniques. The framework will enable Ordnance Survey greater flexibility in the procurement of remotely sensed data, leading to more capacity building, and furthering a range of strategic objectives. “The three suppliers appointed are key in supporting OS in its development roadmap and will ultimately help our customers see a better place”, says David Dibble, Geospatial Supply Chain Manager, Ordnance Survey. We have a commitment to our customers to supply detailed and up-to-date geographic information for Great Britain, so working with different d