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    We provide aerial inspection and monitoring services worldwide using UAVs: high-resolution zoom photo/video, thermal diagnostics, photogrammetry, and LiDAR. Delivering clear visual evidence and accurate measurements fast — with minimal downtime and zero risk to personnel — supporting operations, maintenance, construction, and contractor contr

    UAVs make it safe to inspect hard-to-reach and hazardous areas, capture changes quickly, and produce orthomosaics, 3D models, and measurements — with minimal downtime and reduced human error.

    UAV monitoring

    What we can help with

    UAV monitoring means fast capture of accurate data and clear documentation of an asset’s condition.

    Operations

    Condition surveys

    Condition surveys

    Inspect structures and equipment without stopping operations: identify defects, deformation, corrosion, and damage — with detailed photo/video evidence.

    Construction

    Progress control

    UAV construction progress monitoring

    Planned site monitoring: “before/after”, stage control, as-built documentation, volume checks, and verification of actual site conditions.

    Engineering

    Geodata and measurements

    Orthomosaics and 3D models from UAV data

    Orthomosaics, digital maps, 3D models, point clouds (LiDAR), and digital terrain/surface models — for design, maintenance, and reporting.

    Why UAVs

    • Safe: inspect hazardous/hard-to-reach areas without putting people at risk.
    • Fast: cover large areas and long assets in a single flight mission.
    • Accurate: high detail, georeferencing, and repeatable monitoring.
    • Cost-effective: minimal downtime; often just 1–2 specialists are needed on site.

    Assets and industries

    We select the right capture method for your asset and objective — from buildings to linear infrastructure.

    Industry and Oil & Gas

    Infrastructure

    Industry and Oil & Gas infrastructure

    Workshops, tanks, pipe racks, units, pipelines, roofs — photo/video + zoom, photogrammetry, LiDAR.

    Energy

    Power assets and transmission lines

    Energy assets and power lines

    Drone inspection: photo/video + zoom, photogrammetry and LiDAR for condition and geometry checks.

    Other linear assets

    Railways and roads

    Road and rail infrastructure monitoring

    Corridor mapping and documentation: orthomosaics, 3D, change tracking, and a base layer for design.

    Construction

    Construction sites

    Construction site monitoring

    Progress tracking, volume control, stage photo records, and “before/after” comparisons.

    Mining

    Pits and spoil heaps

    Mining pits and spoil heaps

    Volume and change monitoring, slope/terrain assessment — LiDAR and/or photogrammetry.

    Environment and land

    Landfills and sites

    Environmental monitoring: landfills and sites

    Boundary and change control, documenting problem areas through photo/video and mapping outputs.

    Types of UAV inspections

    We choose the right technology for your goal: defects, thermal issues, geometry, mapping, 3D, and change control.

    Visual inspection

    Aerial imaging (photo/video + zoom)

    Aerial imaging (photo/video + zoom)

    We capture the required elements from multiple angles and document defects and deformation. Zoom helps to spot small damage.

    3D and mapping

    Photogrammetry

    Photogrammetry

    We produce orthomosaics and 2D/3D deliverables, and carry out measurements: areas, volumes, heights, and change dynamics.

    Maximum geometric detail

    Airborne LiDAR survey

    3D laser scanning

    We generate an accurate 3D digital twin of the asset and terrain as a point cloud. Ideal for complex geometry and long linear assets.

    Survey technologies

    We select the equipment and methodology to match the area, conditions, and deliverable requirements.

    What you receive

    The deliverable set depends on the ToR — we provide outputs that are easy for engineers and management to use.

    UAV/p>

    Photogrammetry + LiDAR

    Photo and video deliverables

    Primary area capture: photogrammetry delivers detailed orthomosaics, while LiDAR provides dense surface/terrain geometry. We choose a single method or a combined workflow to suit the task and site conditions.

    MLS

    Mobile laser scanning (MLS)

    Mobile laser scanning (MLS)

    Ground-level detail for local areas: infrastructure, access roads, pads, tie-ins and zones where you need higher point density at object level.

    How the work is delivered

    From scoping to delivery of the report and files. Transparent, contract-based delivery.

    1. Objective and scope (ToR)

    We confirm the asset, objectives, monitoring frequency, and deliverable formats.

    What you receive
    • A clear understanding of the scope of work.
    • Agreed timelines and cost.
    • Terms of Reference tailored to your task.

    2. Planning

    We agree capture areas, site requirements, and the payload configuration.

    What you receive
    • A flight plan reflecting site specifics.
    • Equipment selection (camera, thermal, LiDAR).
    • Time and logistics estimate.

    3. On-site capture

    We fly the missions, capture the required areas, and verify data quality on site.

    What you receive
    • Confidence the full area is covered.
    • Rapid detection of issues in the field.
    • A photo/video field note from site.

    4. Processing and analysis

    We generate orthomosaics/3D/point clouds and carry out annotation and analysis per the ToR.

    What you receive
    • Ready-to-use outputs in the required formats.
    • Identified defects/deviations.
    • Comparisons against previous periods.

    5. Delivery

    We deliver the report and files in agreed formats. Closing documents are provided under the contract.

    What you receive
    • Final report (PDF, Word).
    • Digital deliverables (GeoTIFF, LAS, 3D models).
    • Completion certificate and invoice.
    nationwide site visits flexible deliverables turnkey

    What you receive

    The deliverable set depends on the ToR — we provide outputs that are easy for engineers and management to use.

    Media

    Photo/video reporting

    Photo and video deliverables

    High-resolution imagery, close-ups (zoom), and marked-up problem areas by section/point.

    Geodata

    Maps and models

    Orthomosaics and 3D models

    Orthomosaics (GeoTIFF), maps, 2D/3D models, DTM/DSM, point clouds (LAS/LAZ) — in the agreed format.

    Documents

    Sample final report

    We agree the structure and format to suit your task (PDF/Word + appendices).

    Final inspection report

    Asset: 110 kV overhead line / 12.4 km corridor section
    Work date: 06.02.2026
    Objective: condition documentation, defect identification, measurements, and change control

    Photo/video + zoom Photogrammetry LiDAR
    Key findings
    • 12 areas of concern identified, including 3 critical.
    • Measurements completed (per ToR): distances, heights, clearances, volumes/surfaces.
    • Materials prepared for period comparison: “before/after” and change tracking.
    Register of identified issues (excerpt)
    ID Section Description Priority Evidence
    P-03 KM 2+740 Deformation at the fastening assembly / inspection and repair required Critical Photo + zoom
    P-07 KM 6+120 Clearance infringement / refine using point cloud and re-check Critical LiDAR
    P-10 KM 9+300 Local defects in structural elements / planned repair Medium Photo + zoom
    Recommendations
    • Prioritise remediation of P-03 / P-07 / P-11 (critical).
    • Carry out planned repairs of assemblies in sections KM 3–5.
    • Repeat control flight in 30 days (as per the monitoring schedule).
    Appendices: orthomosaic (GeoTIFF), 3D model, point cloud (LAS/LAZ), issue register, annotated photo/video (by section/point).

    Timeframes and cost

    These depend on the inspection type, asset scale, and processing requirements.

    Timeframes

    From 1–2 days to several weeks

    Typical: mobilisation and on-site capture — from 1–2 days (or per the monitoring schedule); processing and reporting — from 1–2 days, longer for large assets and complex analytics.

    Cost

    Quoted on request, after scoping

    Pricing depends on the capture method (visual/photogrammetry/LiDAR), area/length, accuracy and deliverable requirements, asset complexity, and logistics.

    For a quotation, we typically need: asset type, region, inspection objective, desired outputs (report/orthomosaic/3D/point cloud), approximate area/length, and timeline.

    Project examples

    LiDAR

    Power line laser scanning

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    MLS

    Urban area scanning

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    Not sure about something?

    If you have any questions and would like a consultation, email us at [email protected] — we’ll talk you through everything in detail, including the ToR, deliverable formats, and timelines.

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