At Geospatial World Forum 2025, Geert De Coensel, CEO of Merkator shares the inspiring journey of how a young geospatial company is transforming infrastructure, connectivity, and sustainability across Europe and beyond. With operations spanning Belgium, Spain, France, the UAE, and more, Merkator Group combines software, data, and services to power smart infrastructure through products like Marlin Digital Twin, Eaglebe, and Belmap.
He emphasizes how replacing copper with fiber not only increases internet speed but significantly reduces energy consumption—showing how geospatial intelligence directly supports ESG goals. “Every location has a story. We bring it to life.” This keynote showcases how geodata, when merged with purpose and people, becomes a tool for lasting global impact.
