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- bid to be the host of FIG Congress 2026
- nomination for the positions of President and two Vice Presidents of FIG for the term 2027-2030
- application for young surveyors to get a unique chance to attend and experience the FIG Congress 2026
The main course awaits in 2026! The Congress preparations are progressing well, promising a technical programme and plenary sessions filled with next-level food-for-thought. Secure your travel now!
FIG CONGRESS 2026 - FOUR PLENARY SESSIONS - FOUR REASONS TO ATTEND...
4 plenary sessions - 4 reasons to register
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Plenary session on: Strategic Leadershipthat advocates sustainable policies that implement resilient actions |
Plenary session on: Climate Actionin the built and ocean environments progressing collaborative pathways |
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Plenary session on: Digital ConnectivityInnovating in geography, data, and tech futures |
Plenary session on: Partnership and KnowledgeLeading for an inclusive agenda with shared purpose |
A world Class technical programme is waiting for you
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The FIG Congress 2026 in Cape Town is
more than an event - it is a global
stage for shaping the future of
surveying, geospatial technologies,
land management, and much more. Imagine four days packed with cutting-edge research, practical solutions, and visionary ideas from experts across the world. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, digital transformation, smart cities, geospatial innovation, and many other related topics, this is the time and place on the planet to be. Take a sneak-peak into the draft technical programme and see what sessions await you. |
By registering, you will gain:
• Access to world-class
knowledge: Dive into sessions
led by pioneers and thought leaders.
• Global networking:
Connect with professionals who share
your drive for progress.
• Precious undisturbed time,
connections, and much more.
Register now and secure your place
in the conversation that matters.
More information and news about the Congress is availabe on the congress website: www.fig.net/fig2026
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS, BIDS AND APPLICATIONS
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Call for Nominations for President and Two Vice PresidentsFIG Member Associations are encouraged to nominate
candidates for the positions of President and Vice
Presidents for the term 2027-2030 |
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Call for bids for FIG Congress 2030Does your organisation want to be the host of the large
FIG Congress that will take place in 2030? What are the
main items on the agenda in your country that you would
like international input to? What are interesting projects
that the rest of the world should learn about? What city in your country
could be suitable to welcome surveyors, geospatial experts,
valuers and related professions from all over the world?
Submit your bid. |
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The FIG Foundation Young Surveyor Grants
The FIG Foundation will sponsor and award Young Surveyor Grants in
support of FIG Congress 2026 and FIG Young Surveyors Conference. A total of 4 grants will be awarded. Deadline to submit
application is 5 December 2025. |
NEWS FROM FIG
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Imagining new roles for surveyors at consecutive African conferences 4YSAM and ISK 2025The FIG Young Surveyors 4th African Regional Meeting 2025 (4YSAM)
was held in Kenya together with the 10th African Regional Conference
of Institution of Surveyors of Kenya (ISK)
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Global hydrography in focus: IBSC Stakeholder WorkshopStakeholder Workshop of International Board on Standards of
Competence for Hydrographic Surveyors and Nautical Cartographers
(IBSC) was attended by FIG Vice President Qin Yan |
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Geo-SEE leads international push for a Modern State Plane Coordinate System in North MacedoniaThe international scientific conference themed "Towards a State
Plane Coordinate System: Scientific Approaches and Practical
Challenges" had online attendance by FIG President Diane Dumashie
and honorary president Chryssy Potsiou. |
 Dr. Rosario Casanova (Uruguay); Dr. Ryan Keenan (Australia); Ms. Paula Dijkstra (The Netherlands) |
UN-GGIM: Americas reinforces unity through governance and geodesyThe 12th session of the United Nations Committee of Experts on
Global Geospatial Information Management for the Americas (UN-GGIM:
Americas) |
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FIG highlights global surveying role at Romanian week and welcomes new chamberFIG had a dynamic and multi-level presence at the 6th Romanian
Surveying Week 2025 |
ARTICLE OF THE MONTH
The article of the month in November 2025 written by Dan Norin, Sweden et.al Extensive review of the national boundary between Sweden and Norway The paper outlines the Sweden–Norway national boundary and its historical background. It focuses on the 2020–2024 joint boundary review, including restoration, measurement, and documentation of boundary markers. The work reflects long-standing, peaceful cooperation between the two countries . Read the article
NEWS FROM COMMISSIONS, MEMBERS AND OTHERS
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The New York State Association of Professional Land Surveyors
(NYSAPLS) has shared their latest issue of Conservationist for Kids
magazine published by the New York State Department of Environmental
Conservation. It talks about mapping and surveying; the history behind navigation methods
and how to determine a location and is an excellent example on how
to publish inspirational material for kids. Conservationist for Kids has been published since 2007, and is
written to fourth grade curriculum standards. |
COMMISSION AND NETWORK MEETINGS
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Webinar 4 December 2025FIG Commission 10 on Construction Economics and Management invites you to a Zoom Webinar on ”City
on the Move: Policies, Technology, and the Smart Urban Revolution”
on 4 December 2025. |
15-16 December 2025: Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
JOBS AND AWARDS
The European Space Agency - EO excellence Award
This prestigious award celebrates individuals and teams who are
advancing the scientific use of Earth observation data to tackle global
challenges, expand our understanding of the planet, and inspire future
breakthroughs. Deadline 10 December
Internship positions at UN
ICEX Vives is a project promoted by ICEX Spain Export and Investment
FUTURE EVENTS
4 December 2025 - online from Malyasia
FIG Commission 10 invites you to the 4 December 2025 Webinar ”City on the
Move: Policies, Technology, and the Smart Urban Revolution”
Flyer
Register here
15-16 December 2025: Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
FIG Commission 3 (Spatial Information Management) invites to International
Conference 2025 in collaboration with Abiola Ajimobi Technical University.
Flyer
Registration form
2026
2-3 March 2026: London, United Kingdom - and online
5th International Land Management Conference 2026.
More information
13-15 May 2026: Zagreb, Croatia
8th Croatian Congress on Cadastre: Cadastre – Support to Land Management.
Organisers: FIG member The Croatian Geodetic Society in cooperation with the
International Federation of Surveyors (FIG) - Commission 7 'Cadastre and
Land Management'.
More information
24-29 May 2026: Cape Town, South Africa
FIG Congress 2026
Conference days: 25-28 May
Pre-events: 23-24 May
FIG General Assembly: 24 and 29 May 2026
18-19 August, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
18th South East Asia Survey Congress, organised by Association of Authorised
Land Surveyors Malaysia (PEJUTA). Supported by FIG.
The Congress aims to provide a platform for sharing knowledge, best
practices and innovations to support sustainable development and effective
land administration.
More events: Check the events page
Save the dates
FIG Congress 2026, Cape Town, South Africa: 24-29 May 2026 -
www.fig.net/fig2026
FIG Working Week 2027, Stavanger, Norway: 23-27 May 2027 -
www.fig.net/fig2027
FIG Working Week 2028, Paris, France - Celebrating FIG 150th Anniversary
24-28 June 2028 www.fig.net/fig2028
Kind regards,
Ms. Louise Friis-Hansen
Director
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International Federation of Surveyors
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FIG Congress 2026 Cape Town, South Africa Web site: www.fig.net/fig2026 |
FIG Working Week 2027, 23-27 May 2027, Stavanger, Norway
FIG Working Week 2028, 24-28 June 2028, Paris, France - Celebrating FIG 150th Anniversary
FIG Working Week 2029, Halifax, Canada
