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Geomatics

Accurate data and insight through cutting-edge surveying, GIS, land referencing, and spatial analysis.

Our Geomatics team is the innovation centre at DM, using the latest mapping and data processing technologies to provide the geospatial intelligence that powers our projects.

We have more than 15 years of specialist experience in spatial data and land surveying services for the utilities and infrastructure sector. Our expertise lies in collecting, collating, analysing and delivering land and property information.

We are experts in deploying and exploiting the latest digital tools to speed up data capture and processing. This puts high-quality data at the fingertips of our land, planning and stakeholder engagement teams more quickly and easily than ever before, allowing projects to move forward at pace with the reassurance that strategies are underpinned by robust data.

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As infrastructure demands grow and digital transformation accelerates, the utility and infrastructure industry faces increasing pressure for speed, accuracy and risk mitigation. Geomatics is more vital than ever, providing real-time data, predictive insights and a single source of truth to drive smarter, faster decisions and delivery.

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Our professional qualifications & memberships

Core Services

GIS & CAD Services

Creating maps, models, plans and design solutions
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Expert Land Referencing Services

Identifying and analysing land interests
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Specialist Land Surveying Services

Conducting GPS/GNSS land, topographical, measured building, drone/UAV and underground utility surve…
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Working with you as ONETEAM

At Dalcour Maclaren we put your objectives first and pull together as many of our experts as needed to help you achieve it. We proudly work as ONETEAM, bringing in our specialist services – from GIS & CAD to Soil Surveys to Land Access Management – to work seamlessly alongside your contractors and in-house team. 

We know that every project is different. We’d love to discuss your specific requirements and put together a plan that works for your timelines, your budget and your peace of mind.

Strategic leadership in specialist geomatics consultancy

Experience: More than 15 years of experience in rural property and infrastructure, leading high-performing teams and delivering strategic land and property solutions across the UK.

Expertise in: Operational leadership, stakeholder engagement, risk management, and dispute resolution—ensuring exceptional service delivery across complex infrastructure and utility projects.

Professional background: A Chartered Surveyor and Fellow of the CAAV, Sam has led the Geomatics team at Dalcour Maclaren since 2017, overseeing 90+ specialists across land referencing, GIS, CAD, and surveying. He has played a pivotal role in shaping land access strategies and resolving high-value disputes, supporting major water and infrastructure projects. Sam is committed to delivering excellence and innovation in land consultancy to meet evolving client and industry needs.

Our Service Specialist

We know that every project is different. We’d love to discuss your specific requirements and put together a plan that works for your timelines, your budget and your peace of mind.

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Geomatics

Steve Wallace

Director (GIS)

Specialising in Geomatics, Land Surveying, GIS and its application to U&I

NEW BUSINESS WIN

We are pleased to announce that we will be continuing our long-standing partnership with Severn Trent Water Limited as AMP8 begins

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Dalcour Maclaren reappointed to key framework contracts for AMP8 with Severn Trent and Hafren Dyfrdwy

We are pleased to announce that we will be continuing our long-standing partnership with Severn Trent Water Limited as AMP8 begins