Wim van Wegen

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Head Of Content at Hydro International

Head Of Content at GIM International

Content Manager at GIM International and Hydro International – the worldwide leading media platforms for geospatial and hydrographic professionals

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Earth observation sensors and technology: the current state of play

3 weeks ago | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article The journey towards ever-sharper eyes on our world • By offering the ability to track wildfires, flooding, land use, infrastructure and urban development, satellite imagery fuels smarter geospatial analysis for planning, risk assessment and environmental monitoring. This article outlines the evolution of Earth observation satellites over time and where we stand today in the USA, Europe and Asia.
The crucial role of standards for geodata

Mar 24, 2025 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

During Peter Parslow’s term as chair of ISO/TC 211, the committee celebrated 30 years of developing and maintaining standards for the geospatial community. In this conversation with him, he reflects on the key milestones in the past three decades, including ISO 19115 on metadata and the new Data Quality Measures register, as well as the partnerships with the United Nations. He also looks to the future, touching on topics such as the integration of AI with geodata.
What is top of mind in today’s geospatial sector?

Feb 26, 2025 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article Industry survey reveals ambitions, investment plans and visions for progress • Our industry survey has become an annual tradition, allowing us to assess the development of the geospatial sector. While there may appear to be little change year on year, a broader perspective over a multiyear timespan reveals the technological and societal shifts shaping the industry’s evolution.
Skills and tech: hydrography’s balancing act

Jan 21, 2025 | hydro-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article Survey highlights an industry at a crossroads • Each year, Hydro International picks up the sounding line to gauge the landscape of the hydrographic sector. By posing questions to the hydrographic community, we measure the currents and underlying trends shaping this ever-evolving field.
Rolling the innovation dice

Dec 3, 2024 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article A look back at Trimble Dimensions 2024 • This year’s vibrant Trimble Dimensions event took place in Las Vegas from 11-13 November. As one of Trimble’s long-standing media partners, GIM International was once again on the scene for an extensive update on the company’s short and long-term developments. Here are some of the key highlights from the large-scale industry gathering.
Unlocking the power of robotics and automation

Nov 12, 2024 | hydro-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article Autonomous technologies, ocean mapping and AI for a sustainable future • Dr Pooja Mahapatra, principal advisor for climate & nature at Fugro, explores the transformative impact of geodata on climate resilience and environmental sustainability. In this interview, she highlights Fugro’s advancements in ocean mapping, autonomous technologies and AI-driven solutions that are shaping the future of the geospatial industry.
Smart digital reality takes centre stage at Hexagon Live Brussels

Oct 23, 2024 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

News • This year’s Hexagon Live Brussels demonstrated how digital twin technologies are being applied in infrastructure development, defence and many other sectors, according to Wim van Wegen, GIM International’s head of content. Here, he shares his findings from the two-day event (1-2 October), which brought together industry leaders and experts in the city’s historic Maison de la Poste venue to explore the latest developments in smart digital reality.
Intergeo 2024 through a reporter’s eyes

Oct 9, 2024 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article Insights from a gathering of innovators • What are the lasting memories after spending three days at Intergeo? Which topics, trends and solutions made the biggest impression? While far from complete, this report is a personal reflection – seen through the eyes of GIM International’s head of content – on the world’s most important gathering of geospatial professionals.
Intergeo: the epicentre of geospatial innovation

Sep 20, 2024 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article Exploring the intersection of data, drones and digital innovation • As Intergeo marks 150 years since its inception – if we also count its predecessors – Prof Rudolf Staiger offers a compelling look at the evolution of geospatial technology and the event’s pivotal role in driving innovation. From its origins as the ‘German Geodesists’ Day’ to becoming a global platform, Intergeo has mirrored the industry’s transformation.
How geospatial data enables the rollout of fast internet

Sep 18, 2024 | gim-international.com | Wim van Wegen

Article From maps to Gbps: leveraging reality capture technology for fibre-to-the-home • The digital economy is growing at an unprecedented rate, and global data consumption will increase exponentially over the next decade. Fibre-optic networks form the backbone of the digital infrastructure necessary to support the pace of growth, but the pressure is on to roll them out fast enough.