The 53rd Department Seminar of the UP Department of Geodetic Engineering was held on October 30, 2025, bringing together students, faculty, and industry partners for an engaging session on some of the latest developments in geospatial technologies.

The seminar featured a presentation by Mr. Kenley Tan, Founder of Geocat, who introduced participants to BIM LiDAR—an emerging technology that produces accurate, efficient, and integrated models, promoting multisectoral collaboration. The session also covered updates on GNSS and drone technologies, highlighting recent advancements in geospatial data acquisition and their applications across various industries.

To culminate the event, participants took part in a hands-on demonstration of terrestrial scanning equipment and explored an interactive 3D simulation, both facilitated by Geocat. These activities provided attendees with practical experience and a deeper appreciation of how cutting-edge technologies are reshaping modern geospatial practices.

Participants comprising DGE students, faculty, and staff, along with Geocat personnel, attended the seminar. The activity addressed Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4, 8, and 9, emphasizing quality education, decent work and economic growth, and industry, innovation, and infrastructure.

The seminar underscored the strong and continuing partnership between UP DGE and Geocat, fostering collaboration in advancing geospatial education and innovation. The emerging technologies presented offered students valuable insights into the expanding opportunities awaiting future Geodetic Engineers. In particular, the integration of Building Information Modeling (BIM) across the entire building lifecycle was highlighted as a promising avenue where geodetic engineers can actively contribute and lead in the coming years.