A new research centre has been announced in Christchurch that will focus on geospatial research for business and research purposes.
The Geospatial Research Centre will include a focus on technologies associated with gathering geospatial data, complementing New Zealand’s existing strengths in the analysis and use of such information. Geospatial technology has potential applications in activities as diverse as surveying, environmental monitoring, precision agriculture and global positioning systems.
Trevor Mallard had this to says on the benefits it would provide.
Geospatial technology involves the gathering, storage, processing and use of data that is referenced to geographical location, and has many applications in New Zealand. Some of our companies are already developing world-class capability in this area. Research at the new centre will help increase revenues, reduce costs, and enhance productivity in a variety of industries, delivering an estimated net economic benefit of $63 million over 10 years