Mapillary

Mapillary is a street-level imagery platform that provides access to a large collection of geotagged photos, similar to Google Street View and OpenStreetMap. The platform is often used by Wikipedia editors, OpenStreetMap contributors, and GIS professionals to improve the accuracy of maps and gather data for various applications, such as urban planning and transportation planning. Mapillary has collaborated with organizations like the World Bank, United Nations, and European Space Agency to support their mapping and development projects. The company has also partnered with Esri, HERE Technologies, and TomTom to provide its imagery data to a wider range of users.

Introduction

Mapillary is a platform that enables users to upload, share, and explore street-level photos, which are then used to create detailed maps of various locations around the world, including New York City, London, Tokyo, and Paris. The platform is particularly useful for areas where Google Street View is not available, such as North Korea, Cuba, and Iran. Mapillary's imagery data has been used by researchers at Harvard University, Stanford University, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology to study urban development, traffic patterns, and environmental changes. The company has also worked with Microsoft, Amazon, and Facebook to develop new applications and services using its imagery data.

History

Mapillary was founded in 2013 by Jan Erik Solem, Johan Gyllensvärd, Peter Neubert, and Yubin Kuang in Malmö, Sweden. The company started as a small startup and has since grown to become a leading provider of street-level imagery data, with partnerships with organizations like the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, US Geological Survey, and European Commission. Mapillary has received funding from investors like Sequoia Capital, Atomico, and Luminar Ventures, and has been recognized as one of the most innovative companies in Europe by Forbes and Financial Times. The company has also collaborated with NASA, European Space Agency, and Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency on various projects, including the development of satellite imagery and drone mapping technologies.

Features

Mapillary's platform offers a range of features, including the ability to upload and share photos, explore street-level imagery, and create custom maps using GIS tools. The platform also provides access to a large collection of geotagged photos, which can be used to gather data on traffic volume, road conditions, and urban infrastructure. Mapillary's imagery data has been used by companies like Uber, Lyft, and Airbnb to improve their services and operations. The company has also developed a range of APIs and SDKs that allow developers to integrate its imagery data into their applications, including iOS and Android apps. Mapillary has partnered with IBM, SAP, and Oracle to provide its imagery data to a wider range of users and applications.

Uses

Mapillary's imagery data has a wide range of applications, including urban planning, transportation planning, and disaster response. The platform is also used by Wikipedia editors and OpenStreetMap contributors to improve the accuracy of maps and gather data for various applications. Mapillary's imagery data has been used by researchers at University of California, Berkeley, University of Michigan, and Carnegie Mellon University to study urban development, traffic patterns, and environmental changes. The company has also worked with United Nations Development Programme, World Health Organization, and Red Cross to support their development and humanitarian projects. Mapillary has collaborated with Google, Microsoft, and Amazon to develop new applications and services using its imagery data.

Technology

Mapillary's platform uses a range of technologies, including computer vision, machine learning, and GIS to process and analyze its imagery data. The company has developed a range of algorithms and models that can automatically extract data from its imagery, including road signs, traffic signals, and building footprints. Mapillary's platform is built using a range of open-source technologies, including PostgreSQL, Apache Kafka, and Docker. The company has also developed a range of cloud-based services that allow users to access and process its imagery data, including Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure. Mapillary has partnered with NVIDIA, Intel, and AMD to develop new technologies and applications using its imagery data.

Community

Mapillary has a large and active community of users, including Wikipedia editors, OpenStreetMap contributors, and GIS professionals. The company has a range of forums and social media channels where users can discuss its platform and share their experiences. Mapillary also hosts a range of events and meetups around the world, including State of the Map and FOSS4G. The company has collaborated with Linux Foundation, Apache Software Foundation, and Open Source Initiative to support the development of open-source technologies and communities. Mapillary has also partnered with University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, and Stanford University to support research and development projects using its imagery data. Category:Geospatial companies