GEODNET, operator of a large decentralized RTK network, announced two major developments this month: the launch of its GEO-MEASURE GNSS rover and a formal partnership with UTTO, a firm specializing in underground utility mapping.
GEO-MEASURE: A Survey-Grade Rover
GEODNET has introduced GEO-MEASURE, a compact GNSS rover designed to deliver centimeter-level positioning at an accessible price point.
Key features from the announcement:
- Quad-frequency tracking across GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou systems, with support for “1,040 tracking channels” to enhance signal resilience in demanding environments.
- The device is ruggedized and waterproof, intended for field use in professional settings.
- It is paired with a companion mobile app (iOS/Android), allowing users to manage projects, view survey points on maps, take field notes, and export data in standard formats (CSV, KML, GPX, GeoJSON).
- GEO-MEASURE comes with a preloaded RTK corrections service for the first year, aiming to streamline setup by eliminating the need for users to configure base stations or corrections manually.
- GEODNET frames this release as part of its evolution from a corrections provider to a more comprehensive positioning product ecosystem.
GEODNET & UTTO: Seamless Integration for Utility Mapping
On October 13, GEODNET announced that UTTO will become an official partner. This collaboration grants UTTO’s field devices and mapping tools direct access to GEODNET’s RTK corrections, removing the need for separate RTK configuration.
Specifics from the partnership release:
- UTTO’s mapping solutions—including its vLocate Mapper®—will integrate GEODNET corrections out of the box, simplifying deployment for underground infrastructure and utility surveys.
- UTTO users will benefit from GEODNET’s network of over 20,000 active stations globally, aiming for consistent high-precision coverage across regions.
- A major stated advantage is reduced friction for field teams, as the corrections service becomes transparent to the end user; no manual RTK setup is required.
- The partnership emphasizes interoperability with leading GIS platforms (e.g. Esri ArcGIS) to support workflows in field asset mapping and underground utility verification.
