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Geo Week 2026 Product Preview Presentation II – Denver, Colorado

Hosted by Juan Plaza, CEO, Plaza Aerospace

The second product preview session at Geo Week 2026 in Denver brought together ten companies spanning geospatial data management, photogrammetry, LiDAR hardware, mobile mapping, drone platforms, AR field technology, and point cloud processing software. Here is a full recap of every announcement and product update presented.

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Egnyte | Satyam Verma, AEC Practice Leader

Satyam Verma opened the session with a timely message: the geospatial industry is producing more data than ever — the average AEC firm today manages over 24 terabytes — and access to that data has become just as critical as accuracy. Egnyte's platform addresses this with three distinct access models designed for different geospatial realities.

Adaptive Block Caching — Streams only the actively needed portions of large files like point clouds and BIM models. Only changed blocks sync on save, making massive datasets behave like small, manageable ones. Demonstrated with a 100MB Civil 3D file with 30 external references opening in seconds vs. minutes without optimization.

Smart Caching — Built for field and hybrid teams with unreliable connectivity. Frequently used data stays available locally. Teams can continue working offline and large field-captured datasets upload automatically when connectivity is restored.

Storage Sync — Designed for stable office environments. Fully local copies of selected folders with predictable sync behavior — familiar to teams transitioning from traditional on-premises file servers, without VPNs or proxy servers.

The core message: as AI workflows depend increasingly on structured, accessible, governed data, the flexibility of how teams access geospatial data will determine whether organizations can keep pace with the rate of change in the industry.

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Autodesk ReCap | Mike Deacon, Product Owner

Mike Deacon, Product Owner on the Autodesk ReCap team, presented a year's worth of development focused on two themes: making point cloud data easier to prepare and easier to use — without requiring deep technical expertise.

Classification Tools — ReCap Pro already includes automatic ground classification. New manual classification tools now allow users to clean, remove, and refine classified data directly in the point cloud. Classified data from external sources can also be brought into ReCap projects.

Intelligent Decimation — Strips out points in a way that preserves detail, enabling Civil 3D surface creation using as little as 10% of the original point count — making larger surfaces faster and more manageable.

Point Cloud Viewer in Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) — A major area of focus over the past 12 months. Any project team member with ACC access can now view, measure, and annotate point cloud data directly in the cloud — no desktop download required, accessible to subcontractors and the entire project team.

Linear Feature Extraction — Within the ACC viewer, semi-automatic feature line and feature point extraction is now available directly in the cloud. Collaboratively, multiple team members can work on the same point cloud simultaneously and bring extracted data directly into Civil 3D.

Bulk File Manager — Addresses the long-standing challenge of getting large point cloud datasets into ACC. Bypasses Desktop Connector for initial uploads, enabling faster, more stable ingestion of multi-hundred gigabyte projects while freeing Desktop Connector to focus on ongoing synchronization.

Scan-to-Mesh (Point Views Integration) — Now called Scan Mesh Local inside ReCap Pro. Converts point clouds of any source into a segmented mesh where individual surfaces can be selected and classified. An AI model to automate classification is in development. Mesh families can now be brought into Revit directly, enabling object-based reality capture workflows for design and coordination.

Curated Learning Workflows — End-to-end workflow guides covering data creation through data usage are now available in Autodesk's learning content library.

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3DSurvey | Marko Mesaric, Product Manager | Booth #708

Marko Mesaric presented 3DSurvey as a multi-technology photogrammetry and survey platform built by surveyors, for surveyors — now 15 years in development. The platform integrates drone photogrammetry, RTK videogrammetry, SLAM scanning, airborne LiDAR, bathymetry, and CAD tools into a single desktop software environment.

Key Platform Capabilities:

Volume Calculation — Full suite of volume calculation tools covering single surfaces, dual surfaces, and design surfaces. Select an area, click calculate, get results. Handles complex construction site scenarios including cut/fill design surfaces.

Integrated CAD Engine — Full layer-based CAD system within 3DSurvey, similar to AutoCAD. Create layers, set colors and line weights, and click-extract lines and points directly from 3D models or imagery. Drawing-on-image support allows precise snapping to 3D model geometry while using imagery for visualization.

SLAM Device Support — Import point clouds with spherical or panoramic images from SLAM scanners. Combine with photogrammetry data. Navigate seamlessly between point cloud and panoramic image views in real time for CAD extraction workflows.

X-Ray Floor Plan Extraction — A single-floor slice tool that algorithmically calculates wall positions from point cloud data, displaying them as white lines for floor plan extraction. Includes automatic line detection, plus trim, extend, and intersection editing tools. Reduces floor plan extraction from 30+ minutes to approximately 5 minutes per floor.

Airborne LiDAR Integration — LAS and E57 point clouds from drone LiDAR or helicopter LiDAR can be imported and combined with photogrammetry. DTMs, contours, and surfaces generated in one click.

Bathymetry Support — Single-beam and multi-beam sonar data from boat or ROV can be processed in the same software alongside other datasets.

3DSurvey Cloud — Integrated cloud sharing platform. Upload results from within the desktop software, generate a shareable link, and clients can view results on any device without specialist hardware or software. 75 GB of cloud storage included with every license.

Support Philosophy — Marko emphasized that 3DSurvey's differentiator is not just features but support culture: direct, personal, consistent — from people who have worked in the field themselves.

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Blue Marble Geographics – Global Mapper Pro | Cassidy Barkalow, Applications Specialist | Booth #1523

Cassidy Barkalow presented major updates to the LiDAR processing tools inside Global Mapper Pro, Blue Marble's all-in-one desktop GIS and point cloud processing platform.

Dynamic LiDAR Filter (New) — The headline update. A completely redesigned, interactive filtering interface that allows users to filter point clouds by any combination of attributes simultaneously — with the view updating live as sliders are adjusted. No need to set parameters and click apply; filters take effect in real time while working.

Filterable attributes include height above ground, intensity, return number, NDVI (when near-infrared data is present), curvature, and eigenentropy (a measure of point randomness useful for distinguishing vegetation from flat surfaces).

Practical Use Cases Demonstrated:

Intensity + Height Filtering — Isolate paved surfaces by filtering to low intensity values and low height above ground simultaneously, removing rooftops and vegetation in one pass.

Height Above Ground for Feature Digitizing — Quickly isolate mid-height features like fences obscured by trees by sliding the height filter — dramatically speeding up manual digitization.

NDVI Filtering — Filter to highest-NDVI points to isolate healthy vegetation clusters and automatically generate coverage polygons for vegetation health assessment over time.

Eigenentropy Filtering for Vegetation Removal — In complex terrain like sand dunes where curvature-based methods fail, eigenentropy clearly distinguishes random vegetation points from smooth terrain surfaces, enabling DTM generation where dense vegetation would otherwise obstruct ground returns.

Important note: All active filters also apply to analysis tools (e.g., DEM generation only uses visible points), not just visualization.

Coming in the Next Release (Spring 2026):
- Horizontal LiDAR QC tools (joining existing vertical rectification tools)
- LAS 1.5 support
- OID density calculation (ASPRS-recommended method for horizontal density assessment)
- Speed improvements across photogrammetry and point cloud segmentation
- Massively expanded geodetic capabilities including vertical datum transforms, time-based transforms, and NSRS modernization readiness

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Vexcel Imaging – UltraCam Aerial Mapping Systems | Jerry Skaw, Director of Sales North America

Jerry Skaw presented Vexcel Imaging's engineering philosophy and the latest updates across the UltraCam aerial camera family — centered on a measurement-first design approach that has driven four generations of aerial mapping systems.

Engineering Philosophy: Every UltraCam component — CMOs sensor, custom optics, processing software — is treated as part of a unified measurement chain. The goal is not just imagery but measurement-grade imagery, consistently delivered under real-world operating constraints.

Sony IMX811 Sensor Adoption — In 2024, Sony announced the IMX811: a 247-megapixel sensor with 2.81-micron pixels — 1.8x smaller than its predecessor. Vexcel was first to market with three IMX811-based camera systems in 2025, approximately 18 months ahead of competitors.

New Camera: UltraCam Merlin — A new nadir photogrammetric RGB system built on the IMX811. Delivers a 37,500+ cross-track pixel footprint at a 0.7-second frame rate. Uses a streamlined dual-cone optical architecture (Cone A: center frame; Cone B: left and right subframes) to produce a single large-format frame image — plus a near-infrared channel from two additional NIR cones. Positioned at a lower price point than other nadir UltraCam systems while still delivering measurement-grade imagery. Available with exchangeable lens kits in 90, 120, and 150mm focal lengths — field-swappable by the customer, no recalibration required.

UltraCam Osprey and Dragon — Rev 4.2 Updates — Oblique and hybrid mapping systems updated to the IMX811 sensor, delivering larger image footprints, higher radiometry, and overall productivity improvements.

Key Differentiators: True nadir geometry (consistent GSD across entire image footprint), True Pixel Processing (TPP) for artifact reduction in Bayer pattern sensors, adaptive motion compensation for image blur reduction in all axes, and stable radiometry extending usable flying windows.

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CHC Navigation – AA6 LiDAR Payload and DX500 Drone | Tristen, Enterprise Solutions | Booth #1723

Tristen from CHC Navigation presented two products: the AA6 drone LiDAR payload and its dual-camera variant the AA6D, and the DX500 drone mapping platform.

AA6 / AA6D LiDAR Payload:
- 2 million points per second
- 1.3-mile range (suitable for fixed-wing aircraft)
- Single camera: 4/3-inch CMOS, 25MP effective pixels (resolvable to 100MP), 75° FOV
- Dual camera (AA6D): two half-frame cameras, 130° combined FOV, 26MP effective pixels, 20% side overlap ratio
- 3x performance improvement over previous generation (AA9)
- Max collection altitude: 2,100 ft at 80% reflectivity; 3,150 ft at 10% reflectivity
- INS bias instability and heading accuracy improved 50%; roll/pitch accuracy improved 15%; 500Hz update rate
- Multi-cycling algorithm delivers 6x point cloud density vs. standard LiDAR
- Ground sample distance: 0.78 inches at 400ft AGL

DX500 Drone Platform:
- Flight time: 58 min (no payload), 50 min (4.4 lb payload), 40 min (6.6 lb payload), 30 min (max 11 lb payload)
- Carries up to 3 payloads simultaneously
- Triple redundant IMUs, dual redundant GNSS and flight control
- IP55 rated: -4°F to 122°F
- Millimeter radar obstacle avoidance (detects power lines, towers, infrastructure)
- Triple rotor fail-safe for prop failure or bird strike
- Open SDK for third-party payload integration
- Tested to 23,000 ft altitude; 1,000+ simulated flight hours; vibration and EMI tested to aeronautical standards
- Vision-guided SLAM for landing on moving vehicles or vessels
- 6 years of development, 1 full year of pre-release testing

Post-Processing Software: CoPre desktop (trajectory solving, noise filtering, DSMs, 3D models, strip adjustment) and CoCloud (cloud-based processing for inspection and data collection companies).

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Trimble SiteVision | Ben Broad, Senior Project Manager

Ben Broad introduced Trimble SiteVision — an augmented reality field tool that puts design models, survey data, and reality capture into the hands of any field worker on iOS or Android devices, with precision GNSS positioning and full Trimble Connect cloud integration.

Core Capabilities:

Augmented Reality Visualization — View BIM models, utility networks, design data, and LiDAR point clouds overlaid on the real world at 1:1 scale in the field. Works on phones and tablets. Integrates with the Trimble D2 Catalyst antenna for RTK precision.

GNSS Data Collection — Collect geo-referenced points, lines, areas, and volumes with AR visualization in real time. Integrates with the iPhone/iPad LiDAR sensor and a handheld HPS2 handle with a 30-meter EDM capture range (extendable via survey rod attachment for greater confidence).

Reality Capture — Available on any LiDAR-enabled iPad Pro or iPhone Pro. Point-and-shoot collection with instant colorized, geo-referenced point cloud preview. Direct upload to Trimble Connect — no post-registration workflow required.

Issue Management with BCF Topics — Capture 3D geo-located AR snapshots with notes, status, priorities, and team assignments. Stored in the open BCF topic format, enabling direct review and navigation in modeling software like Revit and Tekla.

Trimble Connect Integration — All data flows into and out of Trimble Connect. Point clouds, models, and issues are stored and shared from a single cloud environment accessible to all project stakeholders.

Case Study — UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, San Francisco ($842M) — Built by Hensel Phelps. SiteVision was used extensively during earthworks and foundation phases. Over 100 LiDAR scans collected over 12 months by the onsite team (not scanning specialists) using iPhone/iPad. Used for utility coordination, trench verification, formwork confirmation before concrete pours, and model-vs-reality discrepancy detection (including identifying a real manhole absent from the model). Demonstrated hybrid 2D/3D visualization combining BIM models with contractual 2D documents.

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Maptek – NS4 Terrestrial Laser Scanner | Jason Richards, Global Strategy Manager | Booth #634

Jason Richards, from Maptek Australia, announced the company's fourth-generation terrestrial laser scanner — the NS4 — along with the RE cloud ecosystem designed to automate end-to-end scanning workflows.

About Maptek: Founded in 1981, Maptek is primarily known in the mining industry. Since 1999 they have been developing point cloud processing software (originally called Eyesight, now known as PointStudio). Hardware manufacturing began in 2003. The NS4 is their fourth-generation scanner following the 4400 (2003), 8000 series (2009), and XR3 (2017).

NS4 Scanner Specs:
- Weight: under 5 kg (11 lbs)
- Range: up to 1,000 meters
- Accuracy: 3–4mm survey-grade
- Built-in 4,000-lumen LED lights — designed for underground and tunnel environments where quality RGB imagery requires controlled illumination
- IP65 rated
- High-sensitivity accelerometer for scan-to-scan registration tracking and seeding
- Integrated MDS (Maptek Data Systems) cloud connectivity

RE Cloud Ecosystem (Launching 2026): Three-platform architecture designed to automate the full scanning workflow from field to deliverable:

MDS (Maptek Data Systems) — Cloud data storage. Scans from the NS4 are automatically saved to MDS upon collection, immediately accessible to office teams without USB transfers or manual uploads.

MCF (Maptek Compute Framework) — Cloud processing engine. Registers scans, filters noise and water points, and generates triangulations automatically.

Orchestration Layer — Chains MDS and MCF into fully automated, repeatable workflows with zero human interaction. Example: multiple NS4 scans → automatic registration → filtered triangulation → automatic delivery to Geospatial Manager (Maptek's survey timeline platform showing project changes over time via a calendar slider). Photogrammetry data can also be combined and included in the same automated workflow.

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Riegl – VMX-3A Mobile LiDAR and VZ-1200i Terrestrial Scanner | Tanner Dutton, Ground Division Supervisor | Booth #1103

Tanner Dutton from Riegl USA presented updates across both the VMX mobile LiDAR line and the VZ terrestrial scanner family.

VMX-3A Mobile LiDAR System — New Scan Heads (VUX-3HA):
- Line speed: upgraded from 250 to 400 lines/second — the primary performance driver for mobile LiDAR
- Pulse rate: up to 3 MHz (dual-head: 6 million points/second)
- Accuracy: improved from 5mm to 3mm; precision from 3mm to 2mm
- Standard deviation between dual scan heads: 1.5mm — unprecedented in mobile LiDAR
- IP67 rated (upgraded from IP64)
- 40% improvement in travel speed for equivalent data coverage
- At 400 lines/sec and 1.8 MHz (previous pulse rate), improved range and better capture of thin objects (power lines, attachment points)
- At full 3 MHz, detail on signs 70 meters off the roadway captured at 100 km/h
- No increase in storage requirements or processing time despite higher data volumes

VMQ-3: Single-head version of the VMX system — also available.

RiLock-F Proprietary INS Integration (VMY-1 and VMY-2):
- Riegl's own proprietary inertial navigation unit — fully integrated hardware and software workflow
- Eliminates complex IMU initialization (long static and dynamic passes no longer required)
- Reduces or eliminates DMI dependency in many environments
- Significant cost reduction on VMY-2 systems with RiLock-F
- Lower ongoing operational costs

Mini VUX Sensor Upgrade (in VMY-1 and VMY-2):
- Accuracy improved from 10mm to 5mm; precision from unspecified to 4mm
- Now classified as survey-grade — previously suited for asset collection only
- Example data: 12 passes over a building facade, point cloud thickness of only 6.5mm

VZ-1200i Terrestrial Scanner (New):
- Range: extended to 450 meters at 2.2 MHz pulse rate (previous VZ-600i: 250 meters at same pulse rate)
- Scan time: 25 seconds
- Applications: standard infrastructure mapping, road survey corridors, large landscape mapping
- On display at Booth 1103

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GeoCue Group – TrueView 641, 651, Neo, and AI Software | Chad Dillard, Direct Sales Manager | Booth #1211

Chad Dillard presented GeoCue's hardware and software lineup for 2026, with a focus on NDAA-compliant drone LiDAR payloads, a new handheld scanner, and expanding AI classification tools.

TrueView 641 (Previously Announced, October 2025):
- NDAA-compliant drone LiDAR + RGB camera payload
- Single-beam LiDAR, up to 6 returns, proprietary IMU
- 120° field of view, 125 kHz scanner rate

TrueView 651 (New Announcement):
- Variation of the 641 with the Trimble APX-15 IMU replacing the proprietary IMU
- Same LiDAR scanner specs
- Includes 1 year of Trimble PPRX corrections — fly without a base station and apply corrections post-flight
- Both 641 and 651 are fully NDAA compliant

TrueView Neo (New Announcement):
- Compact handheld SLAM scanner — smaller and lighter than the TrueView Go
- Live scan preview via cell phone connection during scanning
- Integrated RTK and PPK for accurate positioning outdoors
- Two cameras for colorized point clouds
- Range slightly less than TrueView Go — positioned for indoor/entry-level market
- Targeted at indoor scanning with outdoor positioning capability

AI Software — AI Ground Plus (New):
- Expands existing AI Ground Classification (cloud-based, available for nearly a year)
- New categories: vegetation, transmission lines, buildings, vehicles — not just ground
- Cloud-based subscription: submit point cloud, receive classified output, download and QC
- Minimal user input — designed to reduce barrier for LiDAR newcomers

AI Forestry Module (New):
- Tree counting, tree height measurement, crown diameter extraction

3D Photo Engine:
- Because TrueView payloads include LiDAR + RGB cameras with known position/orientation, LP360 can now build ortho mosaics with high positional accuracy directly from the payload data
- Full workflow: LiDAR processing → ortho mosaic → QC → product export, all within LP360

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About Geo Week 2026 – Product Preview Presentation II

Geo Week 2026 is taking place in Denver, Colorado. Product Preview Presentation II was hosted by Juan Plaza, CEO of Plaza Aerospace.

Presenting Companies:
Egnyte – Geospatial Data Access Platform | Satyam Verma, AEC Practice Leader
Autodesk ReCap – Point Cloud Processing and ACC Integration | Mike Deacon, Product Owner
3DSurvey – Photogrammetry and Survey Platform | Marko Mesaric, Product Manager | Booth #708
Blue Marble Geographics – Global Mapper Pro | Cassidy Barkalow, Applications Specialist | Booth #1523
Vexcel Imaging – UltraCam Aerial Mapping Systems | Jerry Skaw, Director of Sales North America
CHC Navigation – AA6 LiDAR and DX500 Drone | Tristen, Enterprise Solutions | Booth #1723
Trimble – SiteVision AR Field Technology | Ben Broad, Senior Project Manager
Maptek – NS4 Scanner and RE Cloud | Jason Richards, Global Strategy Manager | Booth #634
Riegl – VMX-3A and VZ-1200i | Tanner Dutton, Ground Division Supervisor | Booth #1103
GeoCue Group – TrueView 651, Neo, AI Software | Chad Dillard, Direct Sales Manager | Booth #1211

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