OGC is a consortium of experts committed to improving access to geospatial, or location information. We connect people, communities, and technology to solve global challenges and address everyday needs.

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We represent over 500 businesses, government agencies, research organizations, and universities united with a desire to make location information FAIR – Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable.

OGC is the home of geospatial innovation, collaboration, and standards. We are an international membership organisation that supports a diverse community of 500+ businesses, government agencies, research organizations, and universities, all working together to make location information FAIR – Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable.

OGC by the Numbers: Building an Engaged Membership

Our membership is driven, open, diverse, inclusive, accessible, and made up of fortune 500 organizations, governments, academic hubs for innovation, startups that are changing the location of landscape, and more.

530+

Total Members

84

New Members in 2022

17

Principal Members

9

Strategic Members

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Upcoming events

MEMBER MEETING – HYBRID

September 25 – September 29, 2023

127th OGC Member Meeting – Singapore

OGC’s 127th Member Meeting is scheduled. Join us in Singapore, where we will continue to connect location, show why standards matter, and share how interoperable technologies are crucial to sharing geospatial information. This one-week event filled with technology showcases, dozens of Working Group meetings to improve standards and domains, special sessions, workshops, and keynotes, will show the value of the consortium\’s community of experts. The OGC Collaborative Innovations and Solutions program will also be in attendance sharing the latest concepts in climate, space, aviation, and more: all powered by our community. Learn more on the Member Meeting Landing Page.

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IN-PERSON MEETING

October 2 – October 6, 2023

International Astronautical Congress

The IAC 2023 to be held under the theme Global Challenges and Opportunities: Give Space a Chance in Azerbaijan’s capital will extend unequalled prospects for establishing strong collaborations, and will serve as a perfect occasion to reach a diverse international audience through one-of-a-kind exposure both within the region and internationally. Delving into the most recent developments in the sphere of space at the Congress, the guests and participants will also have a chance to experience the authentic culture and hospitality of Azerbaijan.

Community event

IN-PERSON MEETING

October 3 – October 5, 2023

Unreal Fest 2023

Unreal Fest is expanding, becoming a joint event for both devs and creators! Join us in New Orleans for 200 new sessions over three packed days, featuring hands-on training, riveting speakers, and a team of devs ready to answer your questions.

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