The World Geospatial Forum 2024 IS HERE, BIGGER AND BETTER!
(Rotterdam, May 2024) The countdown has begun for the 15th edition of the World Geospatial Forum, scheduled to take place from May 13 to 16 in the vibrant city of Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Over the years, the World Geospatial Forum has evolved into a premier platform, highlighting the transformative power of geospatial technologies and their integration with emerging innovations across multiple sectors. A vibrant community spanning industry, public policy, civil society, end-user communities and multilateral organizations, the event facilitates collaboration, knowledge sharing and staying abreast of industry trends. Recognized as one of the most comprehensive and important forums in the geospatial industry, it plays a fundamental role in driving the geospatial transition that has growing importance in the global economy.
Over 1200+ delegates de 80+ countries, representing 550+ organizations. With a list of 350+ speakers, the exhibition, with more from 50+ exhibitors, serves as a unique platform to showcase innovative technologies and innovations in the geospatial domain, making it a one-of-its-kind conference.
The upcoming four-day conference is scheduled to bring together a variety of eminent speakers, showcasing various aspects of the geospatial industry and its significant impact on the global economy. Eminent figures such as Asim AlGhamdi of GEOSA, Ron S. Jarmin of the United States Census Bureau, and Dean Angelides of Esri will share their expertise, along with thought leaders such as Ronald Bisio of Trimble, Marc Prioleau of the Overture Maps Foundation, and Cora Smelik of Kadaster and many more, promise to offer insightful opinions and insights in the area of geospatial technologies on the transformative potential of the geospatial transition, driving the global economy forward, Infrastructure, digital twins and cutting-edge technologies combined with location analytics and image intelligence, path to a next generation sustainable economy and many more.
Discover a wide range of dynamic programs adapted to various sectors such as Defense and Intelligence, Public services, Infrastructure, ESG and Climate Resilience, BFSI, National Cartography, Hydrospace Infrastructure and Blue Economy y groundwater. Get deeply involved with Technical Sessions, covering topics such as Generative AI, PNT and GNSS, Data science, HD cartography, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles y LiDAR. Additionally, the World Geospatial Forum is also hosting enriching Secondary Events, designed to complement and enhance your experience.
- DE&I Program: A dedicated one-day program emphasizes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, with the goal of improving the industry's diversity and equity through discussion of current initiatives, areas for improvement and concrete steps for progress.
- India-Europe Space and Geospatial Business Summit: Hosted by Geospatial World and the World Geospatial Chamber of Commerce, this summit facilitates trade and collaboration within the geospatial community, promoting global partnerships and opportunities.
- GKI Training Program: A three-day program explores Geospatial Knowledge Infrastructure (GKI) for national development, will address crucial questions on the growth trajectory of geospatial knowledge, influence of new-age technological ecosystems including AI, Big Data Analytics Data, Cloud Computing, Robotics and Drones in user segments, and the role and relevance of the paradigm shift from data to knowledge in national development.
- US Summit: Join us as we explore the national geospatial ecosystem in the United States. Universities, government, nonprofit organizations, and the private sector are facilitating cutting-edge advances in geospatial information and technology that are revolutionizing decision-making and societal benefits across the nation. These sessions will cover cutting-edge policies, innovative research, collaborative initiatives, practical applications, and geospatial innovations that are changing the use of information in the United States.
- Digital Twins Workshop: Co-hosted by GeooNovum, an Interactive Workshop on “Digital Twin Strategy that Boosts the National Economy principles. Unlock the potential of a National Digital Twin in the Netherlands with a comprehensive strategy aligned with Geospatial Knowledge Infrastructure (GKI) principles. By integrating real-time data from diverse stakeholders and fostering collaboration across sectors, we can drive Digital Twin maturity across domains.
Complementing the conference, the World Geospatial Forum is organizing an exposition which will also feature country pavilions representing the United States, Saudi Arabia, India, the Netherlands and others. Participating exhibitors such as ESRI, Trimble, Tech Mahindra, Fugro, GEOSA, Overture Maps Foundation, Merkator, Google and more are eager to present their technologies and take a leading role in a specialized platform for collaborative participation to promote the advancement of geospatial technologies. For detailed exhibitor offers, Click here.
“As we approach the event, we are humbled by the journey that has brought us here. With esteemed speakers, meticulously curated programs and a vibrant community, this event reflects as a collaborative platform that embodies the shared vision of the global geospatial community. We look forward to the participation of global delegates and are delighted to collaborate with our sponsors and partners to ensure the success of this meeting. Our programs are carefully organized to provide enriching experiences, offering attendees the opportunity to Learn, Connect and Participate and a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge about geospatial technologies”
- Annu Negi, Senior Vice President, Geospatial World.
Join us May 13-16, 2024, in Rotterdam, Netherlands, as we collectively explore the present and future of geospatial technology.
For additional details about the 2024 World Geospatial Forum, including registration and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.geospatialworldforum.org.
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