The Association

Putting people at the centre of geospatial data

GISIG (Geographical Information Systems International Group) is a European Association and a non-profit SME with extensive experience in geospatial projects.

Founded in 1992, it is recognised as a key reference point in Europe for innovation and technology transfer in the geospatial domain. GISIG was also the first EU-wide association focused on geographic information technologies.

Over the years, GISIG has specialised in capacity building in geospatial data, technologies, and applications, alongside the provision of geospatial services. Its activities span multiple domains, including training, skills development, data interoperability, natural risk mitigation, and nature conservation.

GISIG has successfully coordinated and contributed to numerous EU-funded programmes in education, training, research, and innovation. Today, GISIG leads the SPACE4GEO Large-Scale Skills Partnership for the space downstream sector under the Pact for Skills initiative.

GISIG (Geographical Information Systems International Group) is a European Association and a non-profit SME with extensive experience in geospatial projects.

Founded in 1992, it is recognised as a key reference point in Europe for innovation and technology transfer in the geospatial domain. GISIG was also the first EU-wide association focused on geographic information technologies.

Over the years, GISIG has specialised in capacity building in geospatial data, technologies, and applications, alongside the provision of geospatial services. Its activities span multiple domains, including training, skills development, data interoperability, natural risk mitigation, and nature conservation.

GISIG has successfully coordinated and contributed to numerous EU-funded programmes in education, training, research, and innovation. Today, GISIG leads the SPACE4GEO Large-Scale Skills Partnership for the space downstream sector under the Pact for Skills initiative.

  • Janus, a symbol historically associated with Genoa, where GISIG is based, represents duality and transition. GISIG adopted this symbol to reflect its role as a link between research and emerging technologies, and the world of applications and users, bridging the two “faces” of the geospatial domain.

The vision of GISIG is that geospatial data and technologies are enabling innovations, contributing to a more resilient and sustainable society.

The mission of GISIG is to ensure strategic cooperation among stakeholders in the geospatial and space field to foster innovation and capacity building.

GISIG was the first EU wide association on GI technologies founded in 1992.

It aims to become the reference Association to foster strategic cooperation among all stakeholders in the GI / Geospatial sector in Europe and beyond.

  • GISIG is a network of organisations aiming to foster innovation, education and collaboration within the geospatial sector.
  • GISIG is a hub for fostering and specifying new ideas with the goal of having them tested and implemented in operational usage.
  • GISIG provides access to a wide network of specialist as well as assistance in proposal writing and project execution.

Trusted expertise

Over 30 years of proven experience in managing European projects and geospatial innovation.

Ideas into projects

We turn ideas into fully developed projects, from proposal writing to implementation.

Quality and dedication

We approach each project with commitment, dedication and a strong focus on impact.