As more and more of our lives and assets become connected to the internet they open up new battlegrounds, and critical infrastructure is increasingly in the crosshairs of nation-state actors. From power grids to water treatment plants, these essential services are facing a surge in sophisticated cyberattacks, posing significant risks to national security, public safety, and economic stability. Recent incidents …
How’s your dig safe April going? Here’s the top 10 stories from the damage prevention and utility sectors: FortisBC reports that gas line damages hit 20-year low in 2024 thanks to surge in BC 1 Call requests: READ Slow progress in Damage Prevention: READ Natural Gas is the Foundation of America’s Energy Future: READ ‘A new gold rush’: Could Michigan’s …
“Nothing new this year,” the comment lingered with me last week at the CGA Conference & Expo. On the surface, it’s easy to understand the sentiment. Perhaps the elephant in the room is the perception that the groundbreaking (pardon the pun), paradigm-shifting innovations – the kind that completely redefine how we approach damage prevention – are a thing of the …
While leadership sets the course for safety, informed action drives it forward. Utility Alert provides the knowledge you need with this week’s top 10 stories from the utility and damage prevention sectors over the last seven days: Days after storms, thousands still without power. That’s the norm in Michigan: READ Swift Navigation Sets New Standard for RTK Positioning with Continuous …
We’re at the CGA Conference & Expo here in Orlando and it’s shaping up to be a great event. You might have noticed we’re a day late but we had to wait for some exciting news (story #1)… Urbint acquires StormImpact: READ Florida is the top state for damages: READ Shane’s CGA Preview: READ April is National Safe Digging Month: …
I typically write a review of how the CGA Conference & Expo went for us as a company, but this year I’m being a bit more proactive and writing about what I’m excited about at this years event. It’s more than just an industry event; it’s a vibrant hub where I reconnect with the core purpose of our work: protecting …
“Don’t learn safety by accident.” Jerry Smith Contractor called BC 1 Call before hitting New West gas line: READ Underground Reading: What I’ve Been Discovering This Week: READ Ice storm knocks out power to 60,000 across central, northeast Wisconsin: READ Water main break shoots water high into the air on Route 40 in Delaware: READ Optimizing the design of data …
This week, I wanted to switch things up a bit and share some of the most compelling news stories I’ve been following. The geospatial world, and related fields, have been buzzing with fascinating developments, from innovative software solutions to mind-blowing archaeological discoveries. Let’s dive right in! Revolutionizing Network Management with VertiGIS ConnectMaster First up, VertiGIS has unveiled ConnectMaster for ArcGIS, …
Can you believe we’re almost in April? That means Dig Safe Month is almost here! Are you ready to ramp up your safety efforts? Before we get into the full swing of it, let’s catch up on this week’s essential damage prevention and utility updates. Gas line damage in View Royal a reminder to call before you dig: READ Navigating …
An article I recently encountered made me reflect on the state of North America’s current power grid. We’re constantly bombarded with reports of a strained grid, whether due to burgeoning data centers, crypto mining, population growth, or a combination of factors. It’s undeniable: grid expansion is a necessity. However, this need clashes directly with our desire to preserve the natural …