The Harlow Report

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2023 Edition


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first published week of:   04/10/2023

Ordnance Survey Supports the Release of a New Digital Map of Underground Pipes and Cables for the UK

by Ordnance Survey (OS) Press Release

Ordnance Survey helped build and develop the digital platform and is looking forward to users trying it out in North East England, Wales and London

The consortium of Atkins, Ordnance Survey (OS), 1Spatial, GeoPlace and the Greater London Authority (GLA) have been working for the Geospatial Commission in pushing ahead with the delivery of the first phase of the National Underground Asset Register (NUAR) in April.

NUAR is a new digital map that will revolutionise the way we install, maintain, operate and repair the pipes and cables buried beneath our feet. The digital map shows underground pipes and cables for utilities that make up England, Northern Ireland and Wales, whether that is gas, electric, water, internet or phone connections. Mapping out the locations of underground assets will make construction and development more efficient, reduce disruption and improve workers’ safety.

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