

MWA Arboriculture uses Bluesky National Tree Map to Inform Tree Condition Surveys
Arboricultural consultancy MWA Arboriculture is using data from the National Tree Map, the only map that details the location and attributes of more than 300 million trees, to inform tree condition surveys. Created by aerial mapping company Bluesky, the data is used to undertake initial desktop assessments of potential risk, to prioritise more detailed survey work and target resources more effectively. MWA also uses the Bluesky data to help prepare quotations for future surve


Bluesky and University of Leicester Use AI to Reduce Data Intensity for Smart City Applications
Aerial mapping company Bluesky International and the University of Leicester are using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to make 3D models easier to use in smart city and digital twin applications. Using established mathematical techniques, the project will focus on Bluesky’s MetroVista mesh models as the basis for research into the simplification of the data without loss of detail or integrity. It is hoped the outcomes will address many of the barriers faced by po


Insurance in the age of COVID
“Insurers should strongly consider continuously assessing risk and implement proactive strategies to address operational challenges and manage risk for businesses and consumers.” “Reflecting on the past year, COVID-19 pushed the need for nascent, innovative digital solutions and services to the forefront of standard insurance industry operation. The unpredictable environment that lies ahead indicates consumers and businesses will increasingly rely on and choose insurers offer


Bluesky National Tree Map™ at the Root of Birmingham’s Urban Forest Master Plan
An extract from a map that details the location and attributes of more than 300 million trees is being used to create the UK’s first Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP). A partnership led by Birmingham City Council is looking at data from multiple sources, including the Bluesky National Tree Map, to take a long-term strategic approach to urban forest management and future-proof its treescapes. Containing a consistent, action-based strategy, the Plan has been formulated with input


EAASI Elects Executive Committee to Promote Aerial Surveying in Europe
The European Association of Aerial Surveying Industries (EAASI) has extended the mandate of the Executive Committee to continue to promote the benefits of aerial surveying to the wider commercial and government sectors. At the 16th Board Meeting, which took place in Belgium and online, the Members of the Board confirmed Simon Musäus, Vice President, Hexagon GCS, as President, André Jadot, CEO of Eurosense, as Vice President and Rachel Tidmarsh, Managing Director of Bluesky In


Bluesky Aerial Photomaps Feature in International Arts Festival
Mirror Pavilion, Leaf Work, (Derrigimlagh) 2020 by John Gerrard photo by Ros Kavanagh Aerial photography and 3D height models from Bluesky are informing a new art installation in Ireland. Part of the Galway International Arts Festival, the Mirror Pavilion, Leaf Work (Derrigimlagh) 2020 by John Gerrard opened at Derrigimlagh Bog, Connemara on the 28 August 2021. One of the largest outdoor art installations ever seen in Ireland, the structure is a response to escalating climate