Analytics

Modern tools for your project

Drones - also known as Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) - have revolutionised the way geospatial data is captured. They offer a rapid, cost-effective means of collecting high-quality spatial data across a range of applications.

We use drone technology to deliver:

Orthomosaics – High-resolution, georeferenced 2D imagery that provides a clear, accurate visual record of your site
Digital Elevation Models (DEMs) – 3D terrain models that support planning, terrain analysis, and surface modelling
Volumetric Assessments – Precise calculations of stockpile volumes, cut/fill quantities, and excavation progress
4D Differential Models – Repeat surveys over time to detect changes, track material movement, monitor excavation, and identify potential hazards

These tools enhance decision-making across exploration, operations, and rehabilitation - helping to visualise change, reduce uncertainty, and stay aligned with project goals. See also our Extras page.

3D models for precise geometries

Photogrammetric survey of the Abbotsford Convent, Melbourne. Drone surveys are fast, affordable, and precisely repeatable. The resulting 3D models let you explore your site from your desktop — measuring geometry, height, length, area, and volume with confidence and build your dataset

Harness the power of geospatial data in your ongoing operations and mine planning;

Safe, flexible and cost-efficient data acquisition using drone imagery
Rapid terrain 3D mapping to support pit design, haul road planning and stockpile managment
Repeat surveys for monitoring progress, detect change or adjust operations
Accurate calculation of material volumes (stock piles, dumps) to support production tracking and compliance
Baseline documentation for rehabilitation planning and regulator submissions
Progress reporting and assurance for regulators, community stakeholders and shareholders

Analytics for smarter mine management

Ask about acquiring high-resolution drone based topographic surveys, or using your current data.

Calculate precise material volumes from topographic data.

Ensure your compliance or production estimates are accurate, backed up with high quality digital data.

Submit precise spatial or volumetric data for informed, transparent engagement with regulators or stakeholders.

Rapid, intuitive geospatial data

An orthophoto is a high‑resolution aerial image that’s been corrected so every point is in its true, map‑accurate position. It looks like a photograph, but functions like a highly precise map that you can measure, analyse, and trust.

Drone surveys deliver fast, high‑resolution orthophotos—map‑accurate aerial images with far greater detail than satellite imagery:

Geometrically correct overviews of your site, with every feature accurately positioned in space.
Repeatable flights let you track change over time and build a robust geospatial record of your project.
Accurately measure areas, distances, angles, and bearings with confidence, supported by precise, survey‑grade outputs.
Rapid processing means your imagery and spatial products can be generated and integrated into your dataset within hours.

Build datasets

Talk to us about how drone-based data acquisition can help inform applications, planning and decision making:

High resolution terrain mapping to generate topographic maps of sites
Visual documentation of your site to support permit applications, work plan submissions and stakeholder engagement
Evaluate site conditions, access, operating areas, potential targets, to inform applications or work plans

See our Compliance services

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