The Difference We Make
Competitive Advantages
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2m resolution terrain data – Highest quality data available in South Africa
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Academic foundation – Built by Prof. Adriaan van Niekerk, 30+ years in GIS
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Smart delivery tools – WebApps, APIs B2B-ready
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Exceptional support – Friendly, responsive team that goes the extra mile
Proven Impact
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Used in peer-reviewed research and national infrastructure planning
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Long-term academic and consulting partnerships
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Trusted by government, agriculture, energy, environmental & insurance sectors
Milestones
2011 — SUDEM Research
Academic groundwork for SUDEM (5m DEM) begins at Stellenbosch University.
2015 — GeoSmart Founded
Company established by Prof. Adriaan van Niekerk.
2011–2017 — SUDEM Completed
National 5m contour-derived DEM finalised.
2019 — DEMSA2 Released
High-res 2m aerial-derived DTM & DSM launched.
2022–2023 — FHI Developed
Flood Hazard Index created for national flood risk assessment.
2023–Present — API & WebApp
API access and web tools rolled out for client integration.
2019 – Present — DEMSA2 Availability Increase
Expanding to national coverage of high-res 2m aerial-derived DTM & DSM.
Our Story
GeoSmart is a geospatial intelligence company delivering the highest-resolution terrain data available in South Africa—providing unmatched topographic detail to empower spatial data-driven decision-makers across industries.
Founded in 2015, GeoSmart was built on the academic foundation and expertise of Prof. Adriaan van Niekerk, a leading figure in GIS, remote sensing, and spatial modelling since 1994, and a professor at Stellenbosch University.
From the beginning, our mission has been clear: to combine cutting-edge geospatial science with practical, actionable solutions. Through a deep understanding of terrain analysis, hydrology, and land modeling, we have developed a suite of elevation models and derived datasets that form a reliable foundation for:
1. Understanding geographic patterns
2. Assessing environmental and infrastructure risk
3. Supporting strategic planning and decision-making
Today, GeoSmart continues to push the boundaries of geospatial innovation, delivering powerful products, services, and consulting to help industries unlock new insights from the land itself.