Detailed site maps
Orthomosaics and lease boundaries
See site features and boundaries together in a georeferenced view.
2027 Annual Mine Survey
Your 2027 Mine Survey Starts Here
Plan your annual survey with drone mapping, satellite imagery and clear geospatial deliverables tailored to your mine.
Experience behind
your next survey
200+Drone survey projects completed
40,000+Satellite data processed (km²)
20+Enterprise WebGIS implementations
Understanding the Annual
IBM compliance survey
Annual surveys support mine operations, monitoring and applicable statutory reporting. Planning early gives your team time to coordinate field activities and prepare quality geospatial outputs.
Mining lease holders should review the applicable Mineral Conservation and Development Rules (MCDR), 2017, including Rule 34A, and relevant Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) directions and guidelines.
The appropriate approach depends on applicable requirements, terrain, mine characteristics, survey specifications and project scope. No single method or output automatically satisfies every mine's requirements.
What will your mine receive?
From a clear view of your site to datasets your team can use. Outputs are agreed around your mine's requirements and survey methodology.
A clearer view of terrain
Elevation models and contours
Assess levels and slopes with DSM, contours and DTM where supported.
Data your team can use
GIS datasets and 3D visualisation
Bring survey outputs into planning, monitoring and spatial analysis workflows.
Our Annual Mine Survey Solutions
Drone-Based Mine Survey
High-resolution aerial data capture for detailed mapping and terrain assessment of mining areas.
- High-resolution drone image acquisition
- Georeferenced orthomosaic generation
- Digital Surface Model (DSM)
- Digital Terrain Model (DTM), where supported by the survey methodology
- Contours and elevation information
- Mine boundary and lease-area mapping
- 3D terrain visualisation
- Volumetric analysis, where required
Satellite-Based Digital Imagery
Satellite imagery solutions for appropriate mine monitoring and mapping requirements.
- High-resolution satellite imagery procurement and processing
- Georeferenced satellite image products
- Mine boundary and surrounding-area visualisation
- Land-use and land-cover analysis
- Change detection and temporal comparison
- GIS-ready imagery and spatial datasets
Why Choose Polygon Geospatial?
Polygon Geospatial combines field surveying capabilities with satellite data processing, GIS and WebGIS technologies to deliver integrated geospatial solutions for the mining sector.
- Integrated drone, satellite and GIS workflows
- Dedicated geospatial and project delivery teams
- Structured, usable survey datasets
- 3D visualisation and WebGIS capabilities
Our Project Execution Approach
We follow a structured approach to help mining organisations plan and execute annual survey assignments.
Requirement Assessment
Understand the mine location, lease boundaries, applicable survey requirements, available records and expected deliverables.
Survey Planning
Determine the suitable survey methodology, technology, field requirements and execution schedule based on the project scope.
Data Acquisition
Execute drone surveys or coordinate suitable satellite imagery acquisition, as applicable to the requirements.
Processing and Quality Assessment
Process the acquired data into georeferenced imagery, elevation models, contours and other agreed outputs. Conduct appropriate quality checks.
Deliverables and Handover
Provide the agreed technical outputs, GIS datasets, maps and supporting documentation in the specified formats.
Continued Geospatial Support
Where required, support further GIS integration, WebGIS visualisation and subsequent survey comparisons.
Who Can Benefit from Our Solutions?
Our solutions are intended for organizations involved in mining operations and survey management, including:
- Individual mining lease holders
- Private and public sector mining companies
- Mining operators and Mine Developers and Operators (MDOs)
- Multi-mine and multi-location mining organisations
- Mining consultants and technical teams
IBM Standard Operating Procedures for Drone Surveys and Digital Imagery
Frequently Asked Questions
Does every mine require a drone survey?
Not necessarily. The appropriate survey methodology depends on the applicable regulatory requirements, IBM directions, mine characteristics and prescribed technical specifications. Drone and satellite-based approaches should be evaluated against the specific requirements of each mine.
Can Polygon undertake surveys across multiple mining locations?
Yes. Polygon can plan and coordinate geospatial survey assignments across multiple locations, subject to project scope, access, scheduling and operational requirements.
What deliverables can Polygon provide?
Depending on the agreed scope, deliverables can include orthomosaics, DSM, DTM, contours, elevation information, GIS datasets, maps and 3D visualisations.
Can the survey data be used beyond annual compliance reporting?
Yes. Survey datasets can also support mine planning, terrain assessment, progress monitoring, historical comparisons and WebGIS-based visualisation, subject to the intended use and data specifications.
How early should we initiate survey planning?
We recommend initiating discussions well ahead of the intended survey period. Early planning allows sufficient time for requirement assessment, permissions, site coordination, field execution and data processing.
Plan Your 2027 Annual Mine Survey
Start the discussion early to understand your mine's survey requirements, select an appropriate methodology and plan the execution schedule.
Our team can discuss your requirements and provide a suitable technical and commercial proposal.