Savings of tens of millions with new collection methods of forest data

When the forest data collection methods developed by researchers are introduced in Finland, significant savings will be achieved in forest trade, and the accurate data will also help support biodiversity.

The NLS’s sustainability report tells about acts of sustainability in 2022

The National Land Survey of Finland has published its 2022 sustainability report. The report looks at the first year of implementation of the Responsibility for the Earth sustainability programme.

Launch of Location Innovation Academy — learn about geospatial data interoperability 

Location Innovation Academy supports improving access, interoperability and integration of geospatial data and services, for free.  

NLS invoices may also be sent to Suomi.fi Messages

The National Land Survey of Finland (NLS) sends invoices automatically to the Suomi.fi Messages service for customers who use the service but have not ordered a separate e-invoice or MobilePay invoice.

A method for detecting threatening space debris developed

Researchers at FGI and CSEM have developed a method for detecting microscopic pieces of space debris to prevent collisions between satellites and space debris in the future.

Six drone testing areas established in Finland​​​​

The test areas focus on arctic conditions, forest research and agricultural needs.

Innovative solutions for smart cities in two days

The international Location Intelligence for Smart Cities hackathon yielded interesting innovations to solve the problems of smart cities.

NLS customer service in Joensuu to open in new facilities

The current customer service point of the National Land Survey of Finland (NLS) on Torikatu will be closed between 13 and 15 February due to moving into new facilities. The customer service point will reopen its doors at the new address, Kauppakatu 40, on 20 February.

Evaluation: FGI among world leaders in geospatial research

A group of international experts that evaluated the quality and impact of research at the Finnish Geospatial Research Institute FGI of the National Land Survey considers these as excellent.

Galileo High Accuracy Service for more accurate positioning

The High Accuracy Service (HAS) of Galileo, the European Union’s satellite positioning system, is now operational. The service is openly accessible and free of charge.