Brisbane 6-10 April 2025 | In a historic collaboration, the FIG Working Week 2025 joined forces with Locate25 – Australia and New Zealand’s leading geospatial conference to host an unprecedented gathering of the global surveying, spatial, and geoscience community at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), Brisbane, Australia from 6 to 10 April 2025.
This synergistic event brought together over 1,500 delegates from over 100 countries to explore new horizons in surveying, mapping, and geospatial science. Under the theme “Collaboration, Innovation and Resilience: Championing a Digital Generation,” the event focused on how geospatial professionals can shape a smarter, sustainable world through digital transformation and unified action. Attendees engaged with more than 200 technical papers across FIG’s 10 commissions and working groups, fostering knowledge-sharing and cutting-edge solutions. From thought-provoking keynotes to dynamic networking, the event reinforced the power of global partnerships in shaping resilient, tech-driven futures.
We are proud to highlight Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)’s outstanding participation at the FIG Working Week 2025. Representing the Faculty of Built Environment and Surveying (FABU), LSr Prof. Dr. Mohd Razali Mahmud and Ts. Sr Dr. Kelvin Tang Kang Wee, Chair of Working Group 4.4 (Hydrospatial Domain & Marine Administration), showcased Malaysia’s expertise on the global stage, actively contributing to FIG Commission 4 (Hydrography). This milestone re-affirms UTM’s pivotal role in advancing the future of hydrography, a vital discipline for Malaysia’s hydrographic surveying education and professional development.”
As part of their participation in the FIG Working Week 2025, three (3) technical paper were presented and published. One paper highlighting UTM’s Hydrography and Marine Technology Programme (HYDRO III) and its compliance with S-5A standards, alongside two (2) technical papers on the impact of echo sounders on marine mammals and bathymetric data optimization through its sea-spike filtering approach. It served as a platform to explore how science and technology can address pressing global challenges, including biodiversity conservation, digital governance, and the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
UTM delegates were also have the privilege to join the FIG Commission 4 exclusive technical tour to get board the QG Norfolk Hydrographic Survey Vessel for hands-on technical experience. These 30-minute immersive sessions offered an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at real-world hydrographic operations, showcasing live data collection of Brisbane’s City Reach, alongside interactive demonstrations of state-of-the-art survey hardware, software, and processed outputs. Participants gained invaluable insight into how modern hydrographic technology transforms raw data into actionable hydrospatial intelligence, making this a must-attend experience for professionals seeking to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and industry practice.
In conclusion, the FIG Working Week 2025 has not only fostered unprecedented global collaboration and knowledge exchange but has also highlighted the critical role of geospatial professionals in addressing urgent global challenges, from climate change and biodiversity conservation to digital governance, while reinforcing the collective commitment to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring a smarter, more resilient world for future generations.
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