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FedGeoDay 2026 Recap: Advancing Federal Data Stewardship Through Geospatial Innovation

NLT Staff — Mon, 04 May 2026 21:35:26 GMT

April 22–23, 2026 | U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters, Suitland, MD

Teamwork in the Sky: How NLT and Nearmap are Powering Rapid FEMA Disaster Response

NLT Staff — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 23:56:27 GMT

When disaster strikes, the difference between rapid recovery and prolonged suffering often comes down to a single factor: the speed and accuracy with which response teams can assess damage, allocate resources, and coordinate relief efforts across affected communities. In the critical hours and days following hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and other catastrophic events, emergency management agencies require immediate access to high-resolution, property-level intelligence that transforms chaotic situations into structured, actionable operational pictures.

FedGeoDay 2026: Building the Ecosystem for Federal Data Stewardship

Ghermay Araya — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:02:05 GMT

From Grassroots Vision to the Premier Federal Geospatial Event

From the Census to the World Bank: 24+ Years of Operationalizing Massive Data

NLT Staff — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:59:33 GMT

From the Census to the World Bank: 24+ Years of Operationalizing Massive Data

Most organizations can talk about handling big data. Very few can point to 24+ years of actually doing it at scale, under pressure, for clients where failure is not an option. In 2026, New Light Technologies, Inc. (NLT) marks this milestone as a 25-year legacy of operational delivery.

Scaling Impact: Turning Data Science into Mission-Critical Action

Ghermay Araya — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:08:41 GMT

Scaling Impact: Turning Data Science into Mission-Critical Action

The recent launch of DIRE-IMPACT demonstrated something fundamental about how technology serves critical missions: advanced science becomes valuable only when it reaches the hands of decision-makers in a form they can actually use. DIRE-IMPACT transformed ensemble machine learning models and satellite climate data into a production-ready dashboard that public health officials can deploy to anticipate disease outbreaks. That project, developed in coordination with UC San Diego and in collaboration with UNICEF and funded by the Wellcome Trust, represents more than a successful public health tool: it serves as a blueprint for how New Light Technologies approaches complex, mission-critical challenges across domains.

DIRE-IMPACT: A Global Partnership for Predictive Health Intelligence

NLT Staff — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:16:07 GMT

Building High-Performance Offline Mobile Apps for Disaster Zones

NLT Staff — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:09:45 GMT

When a hurricane makes landfall, an earthquake ruptures critical infrastructure, or a wildfire sweeps through remote terrain, the cellular networks and internet connectivity that modern society depends upon are often among the first casualties. First responders, emergency managers, and field personnel find themselves operating in environments where the very tools designed to support their mission: smartphones, tablets, and mobile applications: become inoperable precisely when they are needed most. This paradox represents one of the most significant yet underaddressed challenges in contemporary disaster response technology, and it demands a fundamental shift in how organizations approach mobile application architecture for mission-critical environments.

Happy New Year — 25 Years of New Light Technologies, Inc. (NLT)

NLT Staff — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 22:00:09 GMT

Happy New Year — 25 Years of New Light Technologies, Inc. (NLT)

As we welcome the New Year, we do so with gratitude, optimism, and reflection.

NLT- Platinum Sponsor at Maryland's Annual GIS Conference #TUgis2025: Advancing Geospatial Solutions For State & Local Government

NLT Staff — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 22:14:40 GMT

A Journey of Growth: NLT’s Evolving Role at TUgis

New Light Technologies (NLT) is proud to have served as the Platinum Sponsor of the 2025 Maryland GIS Conference (TUgis 2025). Our journey with TUgis has been one of significant growth and deepening commitment. Over the years, we have evolved from presenters and lower-tier sponsors to becoming a leading sponsor in 2025. This progression underscores our dedication to the geospatial community and our continuous efforts to advance geospatial solutions.

Announcing DMV GIS Website Launch

Mario Field — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 19:37:01 GMT

DMVGIS Website launch: An Excellent Resource to drive and facilitate collaboration, coordination, and awareness of GIS in the DMV region.

New Light Technologies (NLT) is thrilled to launch the DMVGIS website, your new online platform for the geospatial community in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. This website is designed to be a central hub for DMVGIS, offering a handy resource for GIS information, data, and events. It will also help facilitate professional networking, participant collaboration, and information sharing. Whether you're looking for the latest GIS news or details on upcoming events, this website will serve as the nexus of activity for our regional geospatial community.