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Photogrammetry, Satellite Imagery, and LiDAR: Why Going ABOVE Requires More Than Just Images
Surveying has always been the silent backbone of progress. Before a bridge rises, before a mine opens, before a solar farm spreads its...
Clinton Bravo
Sep 26, 20259 min read


Above the Terrain: How Aerial Surveys Are Transforming Infrastructure Planning (NAIA)
Surveying airports and their surrounding landscapes is never straightforward. Runways, taxiways, terminals, and support facilities demand...
Clinton Bravo
Sep 19, 20255 min read


Mapping Beyond the Unreachable: How We Survey Hard-to-Access Locations Safely and Accurately
Surveying the Philippines’ landscapes has always been a challenge. Rugged mountain ranges, dense forests, and island coastlines present...
Clinton Bravo
Sep 11, 20256 min read


Protecting Coral Reefs with Aerial Bathymetric LiDAR: A Sustainable Path for Offshore Wind
The Philippines, with its 7,600+ islands, sits at the heart of the Coral Triangle, a global hotspot of marine biodiversity. Coral reefs...
Clinton Bravo
Aug 28, 20256 min read


When to Use Aerial Bathymetric LiDAR—Advantages and Limitations
Mapping underwater environments with precision has always been a challenge for scientists, engineers, and environmental planners. Aerial...
Clinton Bravo
Aug 22, 20256 min read


Surveying Beyond Land: Integrating Customized Bathymetric Surveying Solutions Tailored to Your Project
When it comes to mapping our coasts and oceans, precision matters. No two coastal projects are the same—water clarity shifts with the...
Clinton Bravo
Aug 15, 20255 min read


Which Bathymetric Surveying (Hydrographic Surveying) Method Fits My Project? A Practical Guide for Offshore Services in the Philippines
The Philippines is booming its blue economy and building offshore infrastructure, and selecting the appropriate bathymetric surveying...
Clinton Bravo
Aug 5, 20255 min read


Typhoon Season Is Here—How LiDAR Surveying Is Reshaping Disaster Preparedness in the Philippines
Typhoon Season Is Here, ARE WE READY? The Philippines, situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire (see illustration below) and the typhoon...
Clinton Bravo
Jun 26, 20253 min read


How the Philippines is Catching Up with Global LiDAR Standards
Philippines' Renewable Energy Tracker From accurate coastal surveying and seamless underwater mapping, to efficient, eco-friendly coastal...
Clinton Bravo
May 27, 20254 min read


Why Offshore Developers Are Choosing (or Should Choose) Bathymetric LiDAR
Offshore developers face a tightrope walk: speed, accuracy, and environmental sensitivity while navigating regulatory hoops. The seabed...
Clinton Bravo
May 21, 20254 min read


The Lost Cities of Angkor and What They Teach Us About Seeing What’s Beyond The Surface
Angkor Wat temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia. (Photo credits: ABC News 2019) The Lost Civilizations LiDAR Uncovered: How Cambodia Used LiDAR...
Clinton Bravo
Apr 25, 20253 min read


Every Meter Matters: How LiDAR Detects Mine Roof Failures Before Disaster Strikes
Coal Mine Roof Collapse in Brody Mine in West Virginia LiDAR technology has revolutionized the way mine safety is assessed, providing...
Clinton Bravo
Mar 27, 20252 min read


How LiDAR is Preventing the Next Big Infrastructure Collapse -- The Collapse of the Cabagan–Santa Maria Bridge in Isabela
Cabagan-Sta. Maria Bridge Collapse (Photo credits: Rappler) The collapse of the Cabagan–Santa Maria Bridge in Isabela on February 27,...
Clinton Bravo
Mar 19, 20253 min read


From Hesitation to Innovation Success Stories: Mapping the city of Baguio in 6 months
Singapore used LiDAR to make 3D maps for urban planning, disaster risk management, and environmental sustainability. In 2014, they...
Clinton Bravo
Feb 25, 20252 min read


Setting New Standards in Sustainable, Non-Invasive Aerial LiDAR Surveying with ABSD
As efforts toward sustainability intensify worldwide, renewable energy projects have become a crucial focus, with solar farms and onshore...
denisebotor
Oct 28, 20242 min read


ABSD Leads Surveying Efforts for the Philippines’ Two Largest Airports: NMIA and NAIA
AB Surveying & Development (ABSD) has been selected as the official surveyor for the highly anticipated New Manila International Airport...
denisebotor
Oct 7, 20243 min read


Transforming the Power and Energy Industry with LiDAR: Faster, Sharper, Better
LiDAR technology has transformed the way large-scale surveying is conducted across various industries, and the power sector is no...
denisebotor
Sep 23, 20244 min read


Everyone’s Talking About LiDAR: What Is It and How Does It Work?
LiDAR technology has become a game-changer in the field of surveying, and it’s no surprise that more and more professionals are talking...
denisebotor
Sep 16, 20244 min read


Revolutionizing Hydrographic Surveying: Aerial Bathymetric LiDAR vs. Multibeam Echosounder—Which is Right for Your Project?
Bathymetric and hydrographic surveying play a crucial role in mapping and measuring the underwater topography of oceans, seas, rivers,...
denisebotor
Sep 9, 20242 min read


Unlocking Sustainable Futures with LiDAR Technology: A Path Towards Smart Cities and Clean Energy
In the quest to address climate change and promote sustainable development, LiDAR technology has emerged as a pivotal tool. A recent...
denisebotor
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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