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PCI Geomatics, a developer of geo-imaging software and systems announces the release of GeoImaging Tools for ArcGIS, version 2.0. Offering accurate and highly automated tools for correcting raw satellite imagery, GeoImaging Tools is revolutionizing the integration of remotely sensed imagery into GIS workflows.

The Kingdom of Jordan has successfully deployed Intergraph public safety and security incident management software as part of a comprehensive, nationwide homeland security initiative to prevent and respond to local and regional terrorism threats and related security challenges.

Beijing Power Information Technology Research Center, based in Beijing, China, has selected Intergraph G/Technology and GeoMedia WebMap to improve its smart grid operations. The technology will be used to support power grid design, centrally manage the lifecycle of power grid assets and enhance decision making through real-time monitoring and alarming. With these functions, the utility will improve grid security, safety and reliability while increasing efficiency and cutting costs.

NovAtel an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of precise positioning technology, introduced the latest addition to their SMART antenna line. The SMART-MR10 is the first in a new family of GPS+GLONASS L1+L2+L-band integrated receiver and antenna products. Housed in a rugged enclosure, the SMART-MR family is designed specifically for on-machine Agriculture, Construction and Mining applications.

WhiteStar Corp. and The Timoney Group, both based in Denver, have teamed to launch Wellspotmap.com, a free online look-up service containing information for 3.8 million oil and gas wells in the United States.

Intergraph presented the Icon Award, the company’s highest customer honor, to seven industry and government leaders for their visionary use of Intergraph’s enterprise engineering and geospatial software. The Icon Award winners were named during the opening keynote presentations at Intergraph 2010, Intergraph’s international users’ conference.

Skygone, a provider of geospatial cloud computing, announced sponsorship and plans to exhibit at FOSS4G 2010 conference, September 6th-9th in Barcelona, Spain.  Skygone will be showcasing their on-demand cloud deployments of popular open source geospatial software including GeoServer, MapServer, PostGIS, and OpenLayers. 

An upcoming live training seminar will demonstrate how Esri's ArcGIS Network Analyst technology can answer logistics and other questions such as: What is the quickest and most cost-effective way for a fleet of trucks to deliver 300 packages in one day? Where should a fire station be opened to ensure fast response time to a new residential development?

The Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) calls for participation in the OGC Web Services (OWS) Shibboleth Interoperability Experiment (IE) to advance best practice for implementing standards on federated security in transactions involving geospatial data and services.