GEOPOD SERIES 1 PODCAST – “GEOMATICS: AN UNDERRATED FIELD OF GREAT SIGNIFICANCE”

ARAU, 20 May 2026 – Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Perlis Branch successfully hosted the inaugural episode of the GEOPOD Series 1 podcast. Centred on the theme “Geomatics: An Underrated Field of Great Significance,” the podcast session served as an engaging knowledge-sharing platform featuring prominent industry professionals from the fields of surveying science, geomatics, and spatial data technology.

The featured guest speaker for the session was LSr Dr. Noordin Ahmad, Vice President of the Association of Authorized Land Surveyors Malaysia (PEJUTA). During the discussion, Dr. Noordin provided invaluable insights into the fundamental role that geomatics plays in modern infrastructure planning, geospatial intelligence, and sustainable national development.

The dialogue also explored the intersection of geomatics with emerging technological trends—such as spatial big data,advanced remote sensing, and automated surveying tools—emphasising the need for continuous adaptation within the profession. By highlighting the strategic value and career prospects of surveying science, this initiative effectively enhanced public awareness and appreciation for the geomatics discipline among students and the broader community.