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AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. A trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout project lifecycles.

Service Areas:
  • Community engagement
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
Products:
  • Virtual Consultation
  • EcoUplift
  • PlanEngage
  • Sustainable Markets Initiative Nature Risk Tool
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
  • Satellite Imagery
Features:
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Mobile applications
  • Training and support
England, Global, UK-wide
AiDASH

AiDASH provides AI-powered satellite solutions designed to enhance planning and environmental sustainability. BNGAI™ is its biodiversity net gain (BNG) management platform, offering planning professionals advanced tools to assess, plan, and monitor biodiversity compliance. By combining satellite imagery and AI, BNGAI™ empowers data-driven decision-making for sustainable planning outcomes.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
Products:
  • BNGAI™
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Satellite Imagery
Features:
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Mobile applications
Europe, Global, UK-wide
AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services, project management and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

Service Areas:
  • Community engagement
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
Products:
  • Secure Infrastructure Data Sharing Platforms
  • AtkinsRealis Washout Vulnerability Assessment
  • AtkinsRéalis Geospatial Team
  • AtkinsRéalis’ Spatial Common Data Environment (SpatialCDE)
  • Pangea Hub - Environment Integrated Design
  • Utility Search Report or Map
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
  • Satellite Imagery
Features:
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Mobile applications
  • Training and support
Global, UK-wide
Bluesky International Ltd

Bluesky International is the leading aerial survey and geographic data company, producing high quality, accurate digital aerial photography and height data on a national scale in Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland. We have a full range of geospatial data products and offer bespoke or tailored data capture solutions.

Service Areas:
  • Visualisation, 3D modelling and animations
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Digital twins
Products:
  • GeoStream
  • Aerial Photography
  • National Tree Map™ (NTM™)
  • National Hedgerow Map™ (NHM™)
  • MetroVista™
  • LiDAR Height Data
  • Standard Height Data
  • 3D Building Models
  • Partner Products
Technologies:
  • Satellite Imagery
Features:
  • Live chat / help lines
  • Training and support
Europe, Global, UK-wide
City Science

Founded from the need to address climate change, we are a diverse team of transport, energy and software specialists helping our customers understand complex systems to improve efficiency and eliminate carbon. Committed to decarbonisation, Built for Sustainability using cutting edge research: An unrivalled commitment to R&D, with deep academic partnerships

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
Products:
  • Cadence
Features:
  • Customisable Dashboards
  • Training and support
England, Global, UK-wide
CloudScapes

CloudScapes leads the way in the development of Cloud-based software and libraries for planting, softworks and hard landscape design. Developing plug-in tools to enable BIM delivery and collaboration, we lead the way in 2D and 3D visual planting families, fuelled by powerful data in plans and schedules for landscape professionals.

Service Areas:
  • Visualisation, 3D modelling and animations
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Artificial intelligence (AI) and software solutions
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
  • Organisational digital transformation
Products:
  • ArtisanRV
Technologies:
  • Real-Time Streaming
Features:
  • Mobile applications
  • Training and support
Europe, Global, UK-wide
ConsultingWhere

ConsultingWhere offers a wide range of consulting, research and training services in many industry sectors but with many years experience in local public services. Our core expertise lies in geospatial and earth observation information and systems, providing independent strategic advice, delivered by experts with a wealth of practical experience.

Service Areas:
  • Visualisation, 3D modelling and animations
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Organisational digital transformation
  • Digital twins
Products:
  • Return on Investment (ROI) Assessment
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Satellite Imagery
Features:
  • Training and support
UK-wide
CSX

CSX delivers high-quality, assured carbon, biodiversity, and nature metrics, leveraging AI-powered analysis of earth observation data for transparency and integrity in measurement and audit. CSX connect landowners and businesses to facilitate the development and implementation of Nature-Based Solutions, accelerating progress in the fight against climate change.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Digital twins
Products:
  • Biodiversity Net Gain
  • Woodland Carbon Accounting
  • Acoustic Monitoring
Technologies:
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Machine Learning
  • Satellite Imagery
Features:
  • Customisable Dashboards
UK-wide
Dalcour Maclaren

Providing land, planning and environmental services to the utilities and infrastructure sector. We take a fresh approach to land and the environment for Utilities and Infrastructure firms across the UK and Ireland.

Service Areas:
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Planning and urban design services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
England, Scotland, Wales
Geoxphere

Geoxphere is a UK-based company specialising in Cloud GIS, spatial data management and cost-effective geospatial survey solutions. Our vision is to continue to adapt and grow our end-to-end concept of fast and efficient data capture combined with easy-to-access cloud delivery of mapping.

Service Areas:
  • Community engagement
  • Geographical information systems (GIS) and mapping
  • Environmental and sustainability services
  • Land search and assessment
  • Plan-making, planning application and data management systems
Products:
  • XMAP
  • Hub
  • Parish Online

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What is the Digital Planning Directory?

The Digital Planning Directory is a one-stop shop for state-of-the-art digital planning services. Seed-funded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), it is delivered and managed by the Digital Task Force for Planning, an innovation-led not-for-profit organisation. The Directory includes providers offering innovative digital services to support and enhance planning, development, management and engagement processes. Serving as a comprehensive and user-friendly online resource for digital planning tools, services, and platforms, it is designed to meet the diverse needs of all public and private sector stakeholders in planning. It contains essential information about digital planning service providers, including their areas of expertise, services, case studies, and contact details. The Directory offers search and filtering functions to facilitate the discovery of tools and expertise that meet specific needs and objectives.

What is the purpose of the Digital Planning Directory?

The objective of the Directory is to enhance transparency and knowledge-sharing in the digital planning market, promote fair competition, and facilitate informed decision-making for those looking to adopt and use digital planning tools and services. It seeks to foster the development of a comprehensive ecosystem that supports and advances digital planning initiatives, stimulating innovation in the sector in the UK. It aims to bridge technical gaps by breaking down barriers between digital planning and mainstream planning practices, facilitating smoother integration and understanding.

What types of service providers are included in the Directory?

The Directory includes a range of UK digital planning service providers, including Community Engagement; Visualisation,3D Modelling, and Animations; Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Mapping; Environmental and Sustainability Services; Planning and Urban Design Services; Land Search and Assessment; Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Software Solutions; Plan-making, Planning Application and Data Management Systems; Organisational Digital Transformation; and Digital Twins. Each service provider listed in the Directory demonstrates expertise in at least one of these defined categories, offering state-of-the-art digital planning solutions to streamline and improve planning processes. A maximum of five of the most relevant categories can be selected by each provider.

Is there a validation process, and what does it involve?

Yes, there is a validation process for listings in the Digital Planning Directory. This process is conducted by the Digital Task Force for Planning and involves three steps: Step 1 – Initial Review Step 2 – Full Account Setup Step 3 – Full Content and Compliance Check For more details, please read about Our Validation Process.
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