Orica has launched GEOExplorerIQ™, a cloud-native geotechnical intelligence platform designed to integrate surface, subsurface and remote sensing monitoring data into a single environment. The system ingests inputs from instruments such as prisms, piezometers and radar, consolidating previously siloed datasets and enabling earlier detection of slope or ground movement trends. For mine operators, this centralised view is aimed at tightening trigger-action response plans and reducing manual data handling across multiple geotechnical monitoring systems.

Traffio is expanding its cloud-based traffic management platform, targeting the “operational chaos” of coordinating crews, trucks, VMS boards and other plant with fragmented spreadsheets and legacy systems. Recent customer events have focused on real-time scheduling, digital SWMS and permit management, and automated allocation of traffic controllers and equipment to specific lane closures and work zones. For contractors and traffic control firms, the shift centralises compliance records and resource planning, reducing double-bookings, idle plant and last‑minute site delays on road and civil projects.

Trimble dealer Sitech UK & Ireland has joined the 250-member Scottish Plant Owners Association (SPOA) to accelerate uptake of machine control and connected site technology among Scotland’s major plant hire firms. Technical sales consultant Liam Payne reports early gains from SPOA events in Aberdeen, with networking across mechanical, electrical, power and renewables clients already generating multiple sales opportunities. Sitech is promoting integrated on- and off-machine solutions using Trimble Business Centre and Works Manager to deliver precision earthmoving, tighter performance control and reduced rework across project phases.