Alaska and AeroMetric
Mining is important to Alaska. The state has been associated with gold mining since the famous gold rush began in the 1890’s. However, Alaska mines also produce silver, copper, lead, zinc, molybdenum and coal, as well as aggregates. As the largest state in the US, Alaska has the most area yet to be explored and developed in the search for natural resources. Extraction of these resources accounts for a significant portion of Alaska’s economy.
Similarly, Alaska is very important to AeroMetric. Tools such as aerial Imagery, satellite imagery and geospatial technologies are vital to developing the state’s natural resources. AeroMetric has been supporting exploration companies, miners, and oil and gas companies with geospatial services since opening our Anchorage office in 1960.
AeroMetric's archives contains aerial and terrestrial imagery of Alaska
dating back over seventy years.
In the fall of 2010, AeroMetric was selected by the Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to provide current and accurate 2.5 meter resolution orthoimage coverage of the entire State. Alaska’s Statewide Digital Mapping Initiative (SDMI) will provide up-to-date and complete coverage and will strengthen the alignment between state and federal mapping interests. The SDMI imagery will supersede Alaska’s last statewide imagery collection –the Alaska High Altitude Photography (AHAP) program, acquired 30 years ago. The new imagery will show current conditions and trends over the Alaska landscape, and will become an essential tool for Alaska’s economic development, livability, and public safety.
For detailed information about this exciting project please visit AlaskaMapping.com.
We enjoyed meeting with our customers and partners at two conferences in Alaska this month. The Alaska Miners Association Convention and Trade Show (November 7-13, 2011 - Sheraton Anchorage Hotel) was a great venue for sharing knowledge between miners and vendors.
The Alaska Resource Development Council’s 32nd Annual Conference (November 16-17, 2011 - Dena'ina Civic & Convention Center) featured the latest forecasts and updates on Alaska’s main industries, as well as information on how companies are navigating the current economic environment. On Thursday, Governor Parnell spoke to the conference regarding state initiatives to spur economic growth.
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