Professional Societies
American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote SensingFounded in 1934, the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) is a scientific association serving over 7,000 professional members around the world. Their mission is to advance knowledge and improve understanding of mapping sciences to promote the responsible applications of photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and supporting technologies.
Australian Surveying and Land Information Group
The Australian Surveying and Land Information Group (AUSLIG) operates within the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR). AUSLIG is the Commonwealth Government's primary source of advice on land information matters and is responsible for (1) policy, standards and coordination associated with delivery of national and international land information programs; (2) management of the national mapping, maritime boundary, remote sensing and geodesy programs; and (3) implementation of the Australian Spatial Data Infrastructure (ASDI).
Canadian Geodetic Survey
In 1909, the Geodetic Survey of Canada was created by an order-in-council and given a mandate to determine the positions (and elevations) of points throughout the country with the highest attainable accuracy. The primary role of the Geodetic Survey is to maintain, continuously improve, and facilitate efficient access to what is now known as the Canadian Spatial Reference System (CSRS). The result is a national coordinate system which serves as a reference for all mapping, charting, navigation, boundary demarcation, crustal deformation, and other georeferencing needs.
Denmark National Survey and Cadastre
The National Survey and Cadastre is a state enterprise and part of the Ministry of Housing and Building. Our responsibilities include, among others, the supplying of various kind of geographic information.
Finnish Society of Photogrammetry & Remote Sensing
The Finnish Society of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing is devoted to the research and development of photogrammetry and remote sensing in Finland. The Society has about 230 members. The most notable part of the work of the Society is to publish The Photogrammetric Journal of Finland. The Society is member of the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.
IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society
The IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society seeks to advance geoscience and remote sensing science and technology through scientific, technical and educational activities. The Society strives to promote a high level of technical excellence among its members by exchange of information through conferences, meetings, workshops, publications, and through its committees to provide for the needs of its members.
International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
The International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing is a non-governmental organization devoted to the development of international cooperation for the advancement of photogrammetry and remote sensing and their applications.
Land Information New Zealand
Land Information New Zealand is a government department. Its main role is a regulatory one; to set guidelines and standards and manage contracts with the private sector for carrying out the day to day business associated with surveying and mapping.
National Council for Geographic Education Remote Sensing Task Force
The Remote Sensing Task Force was organized to improve geographic education at all instructional levels through remote sensing. The Task Force is interested in promoting remote sensing as a means for students to gain a synoptic understanding of the Earth's landscape and to assist teachers in learning how to apply remote sensing materials and techniques in the classroom.
Remote Sensing Society
The Remote Sensing Society's goals are to promote knowledge of remote sensing and to unify the subject, so as to help in developing the various techniques and their optimal deployment to promote economic and social benefits, and to strive for adequate investment of resources in remote sensing so that it achieves its full potential.
Swedish Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
The Swedish Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing is a society for people and organizations, within the areas of photogrammetry, photo interpretation, remote sensing and associated digital image analysis and geographic information technology. The society was founded in 1929 to represent Sweden in international photogrammetric cooperation and to promote the development and use of photogrammetry.
Swiss Society of Photogrammetry, Image Analysis and Remote Sensing
The Swiss Society of Photogrammetry, Image Analysis and Remote Sensing (SGPBF) promotes the development of theory and practice of photogrammetry, image analysis, and remote sensing in all areas of application. SGPBF supports its members from science, industry, and practice in the development and the use of methods, systems, and devices. The society is establishing contacts with experts in all countries, especially in the fields of geomatics, mathematics, physics, and applied computer science.
UK Ordnance Survey
The Ordnance Survey is Great Britain's national mapping agency. It is widely regarded as the world leader in its field, which covers the production, maintenance, and marketing of a wide range of maps, computer data, and other geographical information for business, leisure, educational and administrative use. It is an independent government department and Executive Agency reporting to the Secretary of State for Environment.
US National Geodetic Survey
The National Geodetic Survey (NGS) develops and maintains the National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) using advanced geodetic, photogrammetric, and remote sensing techniques. NSRS is a consistent national coordinate system that defines latitude, longitude, height, scale, gravity, and orientation throughout the Nation, and how these values change with time. This information is essential for ensuring the reliability of transportation, communication, and defense systems, boundary and property surveys, land record systems, mapping and charting, public utilities, coastal zone management, natural resource mapping, and a multitude of scientific and engineering applications.