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PGRSC 2026 | Abstract Update: Submission Deadline Confirmed for 20 November
There is still time to bring your work into the Pacific geospatial conversation. The Conference Committee has confirmed the abstract submission deadline as 20 November 2026.
PGRSC 2026 | Speaker Spotlight: Joseph Atalig and Bradley Eichelberger Bring New Views of Island Wildlife
Some of the most important conservation information is also the hardest to collect. In the Northern Mariana Islands, geospatial practitioners are combining field surveys and remote sensing to understand wildlife and the pressures it faces.
One Month to Go: Bring Your Ideas and Join the Pacific Geospatial Community in Suva!
One month to go! Join the Pacific geospatial community in Suva from 30 November to 4 December 2026. Explore highlights from previous conferences and make your plans to attend.
Abstract Submissions Close Tomorrow: Share Your Work with the Pacific
A reminder for prospective presenters and workshop facilitators: the announced abstract submission deadline is tomorrow, 31 October 2026. Finalise your proposal and submit it through the online abstract dashboard. Please check that your title, abstract, author details and presentation format are complete before submitting. Conference registration is available separately through the registration page. Event: 2026 Pacific Islands GIS & Remote Sensing User Conference — 30 November–4 December 2026, Suva, Fiji. Theme: “Strengthening and Expanding Geospatial …
PGRSC 2026 | Speaker Spotlight: JAXA Contributors and Iurii Cherniak Explore Satellite Networks for a Connected Pacific
This spotlight looks at the networks above us and the international cooperation that makes their observations useful on the ground.
Final Week to Submit Your Conference Abstract
There is still time to bring your work to the conference. The abstract submission deadline is 31 October 2026. Whether you are proposing a presentation or a practical workshop, use this final week to complete your abstract and submit it online. Share your experience, results or ideas with colleagues working across the Pacific geospatial community. Remember to arrange your conference registration as well. Event: 2026 Pacific Islands GIS & Remote Sensing User Conference — 30 …
PGRSC 2026 | Speaker Spotlight: SPC Researchers Explore Radar Monitoring and Samoa’s Coastal Vulnerability
Cloud cover and changing coastlines pose different challenges for environmental monitoring. Vasemaca Naraukawa, Fayth Tikotani and Elenoa Cibaiwasawasa are contributing two studies that explore how geospatial analysis can help address them in the Pacific.
Registration Is Open: Join the Pacific Geospatial Community in Suva
Planning to join us in Suva? Conference registration is open. Register to take part in five days of presentations, workshops and opportunities to connect with geospatial professionals from across the Pacific and beyond. Visit the registration page for current ticket options and payment information. If you would also like to present your work, check the abstract submission page for the current submission deadline. Event: 2026 Pacific Islands GIS & Remote Sensing User Conference — 30 …
PGRSC 2026 | Speaker Spotlight: Wolf Forstreuter and Andiswa Mlisa on Building Pacific Geospatial Networks
What helps a geospatial network endure? Two contributions to this year’s conference connect the Pacific’s early GIS collaborations with the practical information services being developed today.
Call for Presentations and Workshops: Submit Your Abstract by 31 October
Share your geospatial work with the Pacific community. Abstract submissions for presentations and workshops are open until 31 October 2026. We welcome proposals showcasing research, practical applications, projects and experiences relevant to geospatial work across the Pacific. Prepare your abstract, choose your presentation format and submit your proposal online. You can also register now to attend the conference. Event: 2026 Pacific Islands GIS & Remote Sensing User Conference — 30 November–4 December 2026, Suva, Fiji. …
Upcoming Webinar | Disaster and Climate Resilience: The Value of Open Geospatial Standards
Thursday, 29 October 2026 | 3:30–5:00 PM (Fiji Time, UTC+12) | Online How can open geospatial standards strengthen disaster preparedness and climate resilience across the Pacific? The Pacific GIS & Remote Sensing Council (PGRSC) invites the Pacific geospatial community to an upcoming webinar featuring Harsha Madiraju, Associate Director – Member Services & Development at the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC). The session will introduce OGC's Climate and Disaster Resilience Pilot (CDRP) initiatives and explore how open …
New Abstract Submission Guide Available
Planning to submit an abstract for the Pacific Islands GIS & Remote Sensing User Conference? We have published a new step-by-step Abstract Submission Guide to help you through the entire process — from logging in and accessing the submission dashboard to completing your abstract, selecting your presentation format, uploading supporting material, and managing your submission. The guide also explains the submission process for both PGRSC members and non-members. If you are preparing a Standard Talk, …
Call for Presentations and Workshops at the 2026 Pacific Islands GIS & Remote Sensing Conference – Suva, Fiji – November 30-December 4, 2026
We are less than 120 days away from the 2026 Pacific Islands GIS and Remote Sensing User Conference held in Suva, Fiji from November 30 to December 4, 2026. This year’s conference theme is “Strengthening and Expanding Geospatial Networks in the Pacific Islands”.  To best showcase all of the exciting work around the Pacific Islands region, we wanted to re-announce the call for Presentations and Workshops. Presentations and workshops can be submitted online at: https://pgrsc.org/abstract-submission/ Conference registration can …
A New PGRSC Member: Kiribati GIS User Group / MELAD GIS User Group
PGRSC is pleased to annouce a new institutional member: Kiribati GIS User Group / MELAD GIS User Group The Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development (MELAD), through its GIS and Remote Sensing Unit, is pleased to support the Pacific GIS and Remote Sensing Council (PGRSC). As a Small Island Developing State facing unique environmental and climate challenges, Kiribati recognizes the importance of geospatial information in supporting land administration, coastal monitoring, environmental management, and climate …
Reminder: Free FME Accelerator Workshop for the PGRSC Community
Event: FME Accelerator Date: Wednesday 29 July 2026 Time: 10:00am FJT Who: Anyone can join! No prior FME, coding or GIS experience is needed. Registration URL: https://locusglobal.com/fme-accelerator-registration-29-july-2026/ Description: As an organizational member of the Pacific GIS and Remote Sensing Council, Locus is excited to host a free, virtual FME Accelerator workshop for the PGRSC community. This interactive 90 minute session is designed to introduce you to FME by Safe Software, a powerful platform for integrating, transforming, and automating data workflows across …
Job opportunity: Digital Earth Pacific Platform Engineer
Pacific Community-SPC — New Caledonia — Deadline: 2026-07-26
Free French-language Open Online Course (MOOC) on Space from CNES
The Pacific GIS & Remote Sensing Council (PGRSC) is pleased to share a valuable learning opportunity for our French-speaking members. The French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES) offers a free online course (MOOC) introducing the fascinating world of space and its many applications. Designed for a broad audience, this four-hour course explores: The new era of the space sector and its emerging challenges; Space environment and sustainability; Scientific research conducted in space; Orbital mechanics …
A New PGRSC Member: Tauhã
PGRSC is pleased to annouce a new institutional member: Tauhã Founded in New Caledonia in 2025, Tauhã is a climate-tech start-up dedicated to building a network of virtual environmental monitoring stations powered by satellite Earth observation and artificial intelligence. Tauhã develops non-intrusive monitoring solutions that continuously analyse environmental change and transform complex satellite data into timely, actionable intelligence. Its mission is to help governments, industries and communities better understand environmental dynamics and respond more effectively …
A New PGRSC Member: Northern Mariana Islands Division of Fish and Wildlife
PGRSC is pleased to annouce a new institutional member: Northern Mariana Islands Division of Fish and Wildlife The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) has been implementing geospatial technology for processing, organizing, analyzing, and long-term archiving of biological data for conservation projects. To support decision making, the CNMI DFW also analyzes satellite and drone/unmanned aerial system (UAS) imagery to support natural resources and rare species management. The Division …
Free FME Accelerator Workshop for the PGRSC Community
Event: FME Accelerator Date: Wednesday 29 July 2026 Time: 10:00am FJT Who: Anyone can join! No prior FME, coding or GIS experience is needed. Registration URL: https://locusglobal.com/fme-accelerator-registration-29-july-2026/ Description: As an organizational member of the Pacific GIS and Remote Sensing Council, Locus is excited to host a free, virtual FME Accelerator workshop for the PGRSC community. This interactive 90 minute session is designed to introduce you to FME by Safe Software, a powerful platform for integrating, transforming, and automating data workflows across …
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