Author Description

A potential gap between available location technology and its use on the ground was identified in the New Zealand land transport sector. This research sought to bridge that gap and support the NZ Transport Agency's ('Transport Agency') goal to increase the use of appropriate location technology by its key providers. Consultation with these was undertaken to understand the requirements for location technology and any lessons learned from previous implementations. A literature and technology review and evaluation identified suitably accurate and affordable location technologies for use in road asset management in New Zealand. Mapping grade global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) and consumer grade GNSS combined with mobile geographic information systems and imagery were found to be the most appropriate options for immediate use.