Woolpert

05/05/2026

Woolpert is conducting its first fully uncrewed offshore hydrographic survey mission for the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, deploying multiple uncrewed survey vessels designed and piloted by Chance Maritime Technologies, and equipped with Woolpert’s multibeam sonar to map deep-sea corals and ocean habitats off the coast of Pensacola, Florida.

“Uncrewed vessels allow us to collect high-quality hydrographic data more efficiently and safely, particularly in challenging deep-ocean environments,” Woolpert Program Director David Neff said. “This project demonstrates just how valuable USVs are in expanding our access to critical ocean data while reducing operational risk. We’re proud to support NOAA’s mission and to help set a new precedent for large-scale offshore marine mapping.”

Read the full press release here: https://woolpert.com/news/woolpert-and-chance-maritime-conduct-first-fully-uncrewed-offshore-hydrographic-survey-off-floridas-gulf-coast/

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05/01/2026

Amsterdam, you were too good to us! That’s a wrap on this year’s Geospatial World Forum.

We were especially proud to hear from our very own Neil Churman, Amar Nayegandhi, Rachel Tidmarsh, and Zaffar Sadiq Mohamed-Ghouse, who brought such thoughtful perspectives to the stage this year.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to connect. It's never lost on us just how special it is to be part of this global geospatial community, and this year’s focus on geospatial as a driver of resilience, equity, and innovation was felt in every conversation.

Until next year!

04/08/2026

Woolpert has appointed David Martin as Executive Vice President, Global Operations.

“Dave is known for building alignment across teams and bringing structure and clarity to complex environments,” Woolpert President and Chief Executive Officer Neil Churman said. “As Woolpert continues to grow globally, his operational expertise and people‑focused leadership will be instrumental in helping us work more effectively across the firm and deliver outstanding results for our clients. We are excited to have him on the team and look forward to the impact he will have as we continue to grow together.”

Read the full press release here: https://woolpert.com/news/woolpert-appoints-aeg-industry-leader-david-martin-as-executive-vice-president-global-operations/?preview_id=5379&preview_nonce=8c3a650b2c&_thumbnail_id=5381&preview=true

03/26/2026

“We are honored to extend our long-standing support of USACE and the I-ATLAS mission,” said Woolpert Geospatial Program Director Mark Brooks. “I-ATLAS remains a vital national resource, and we look forward to contributing to the center’s next phase of impact across the U.S. and globally as each partner continues their commitment to advancing airborne lidar bathymetry and its data uses.”

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Mobile District has selected Woolpert to support its Interagency Airborne Technologies for Lidar, Analysis, and Surveying (I-ATLAS) center under a two-year, $49.9 million contract.

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03/19/2026

Surveyors help us see more than what meets the eye. Behind every measurement is a survey professional applying skill and precision to deliver accuracy others rely on, for everything from environmental monitoring and urban planning to infrastructure development and construction.

This Saturday, for Global Surveyors Day, we’re proud to recognize the people behind every point, line, and boundary. Thank you to our surveyors worldwide for the precision and insight that help move our work and this incredible industry forward!

𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰:
• Our surveying teams support projects across four continents and seven countries, including Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

• Together, our survey professionals bring more than 2,660 years of combined experience to their work.

• Our teams support more than two dozen survey services, from topographic and hydrographic surveys to lidar, 3D modeling, and infrastructure support.

02/25/2026

Geo Week always presents an opportunity to collaborate and partner, but this year’s event was said to have a special buzz about it — “a very good vibe” — due to some key milestones and transformative industry advancements.

“I’ve been coming to Geo Week for more than a dozen years, and it’s great to build on some of the leading trends in the industry,” said Woolpert’s Jeff Lovin, a longtime geospatial industry leader. “Originally the focus was on lidar and then drones and so forth, but this year it was clear that AI is driving the future of the industry. And it’s great to see Woolpert being out in front of that with our GeoAI capabilities.”

Jeff said a huge highlight of Geo Week was celebrating the achievement of one of Woolpert’s biggest clients, the U.S. Geological Survey, with whom he has worked since 1992.

“USGS has been working for 10 years on their 3D Elevation Program, the nation’s first baseline of seamless, high-resolution topographic elevation data,” Jeff said. “Here at this conference, we celebrated the full, first-time coverage of the U.S. 3DEP has been a great partnership between the government and the private sector. Woolpert and several other firms have helped collect all this data for the last 10 years. It’s really helped grow the industry, and it’s a very valuable dataset for the public to share and use.”

Thank you to all who stopped by our booth, participated in our sessions, and attended our event. Cheers to the year ahead!

02/24/2026

“By integrating Saildrone’s mission portal with Woolpert’s automated survey production environment, we gain real-time visibility into acquisition progress and data quality — especially in deep-water regions that were once difficult and costly to access,” Woolpert Maritime Market Director David Neff, C.H. said. “This collaboration shows how uncrewed systems and smart partnerships can expand what’s possible in ocean mapping.”

The data collected will be used by NOAA to help enhance its understanding of sensitive habitats, marine geohazards, oceanographic conditions, seafloor composition, and ecosystem management within the U.S. exclusive economic zone in the vicinity of the Mariana Islands.

Read the full press release here:

Woolpert and Saildrone have partnered to acquire and process bathymetric survey data for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Ocean Exploration and Office of Coast Survey in support of safe navigation and national ocean mapping initiatives, including the National Strategy for Mapp...

02/05/2026

“The maritime economy is largely invisible to most Americans, but it’s fundamental to the functioning of our economy today,” said Captain Sam Greenaway, chief of the Hydrographic Services Division for the NOAA Office of Coast Survey. “Whether you think about grain exports coming down the Mississippi River and heading overseas, or oil moving from, say, Valdez down to a refinery on the West Coast, the supply chains are so important to every aspect of our economy, and it’s critical that we have updated navigational products to support that.”

The city of Valdez, Alaska is home to the northernmost ice-free port in the United States and sits in a region shaped by frequent seismic activity. These events can dramatically, and sometimes subtly, alter the landscape, both on land and beneath the water’s surface.

To identify submerged hazards and better manage the impacts of natural disasters, the city leveraged a federal grant to partner with NOAA on a new comprehensive hydrographic survey of Port Valdez and Valdez Glacier Lake. NOAA engaged Woolpert to collect the data, which is now being used to advance navigation safety, disaster preparedness, and other critical planning efforts.

Learn more about this project and watch the full-length video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQAo1T7k_P4

An in-depth story about the project will be published in Lidar Magazine on February 16.

12/18/2025

From our team to yours, happy holidays! ✨

11/11/2025

“Today and every day, we honor and thank all veterans—past and present—for their service. At Woolpert, we’re proud to work alongside our veteran colleagues who continue to bring the same dedication to their communities and careers as they did in uniform.” - Woolpert Director and retired Army Colonel Jim Hoyman

To our veteran team members and all who have served worldwide: thank you.