Centuries-old structures rarely behave like modern buildings. Irregular infrastructure, limited access, and incomplete records all place unique demands on those tasked with documenting and protecting them. This is why we set up the RIEGL UK Heritage Geospatial Symposium, bringing together experts to explore how advanced geospatial tools can be applied in the real world. 

Returning in 2026 on March 26 at the Hospitium in York, these symposiums are designed as a specialist forum for professionals working in heritage, infrastructure and complex environments to discuss real-world projects and challenges. 

For more detailed information on the topics and objectives of the symposium, please refer to the RIEGL News & Insight article here.

Building on last year’s conversations, the 2026 symposium will go deeper again – offering practical technical insight, real project examples, and time for helpful discussion. 

Attendees at this year’s event will have the opportunity to explore the crucial role geospatial surveys continue to play in preserving, managing, presenting, and engaging with cultural heritage. 

Presentations will cover a range of topics, including the use of geospatial survey technologies by the UK’s national heritage organisations, the integration of non-visible sensor technologies within the heritage survey workflow, the online dissemination of heritage datasets and RIEGL’s geospatial portfolio that can assist heritage survey projects and activities. 

This year there will also be a Q&A roundtable discussion considering the future role of the geospatial surveyor and some of the education, training and AI driven technological challenges that both the heritage and geospatial industries currently face. 

A detailed program will follow here soon.

If you’re involved in capturing, protecting or managing heritage assets, this is the kind of knowledge that makes a difference.

The RIEGL UK team looks forward to meeting you in York on March 26!

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