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Xcalibur Smart Mapping’s IT Department wins award at Computing 2024 for Excellence in Cybersecurity Implementation

FOR GLOBAL IMPLEMENTATION, OUTSTANDING RESULTS AND COMPREHENSIVE SECURITY MEASURES ACROSS CONTINENTS

In a significant achievement, Xcalibur Smart Mapping’s Information Technology Department has been honored with a prestigious award at the Computing 2024 Gala, an event that celebrates innovation and excellence in the information technology sector. Computing, a nationally recognized digital magazine renowned in the ICT world, presented the award, marking a milestone for Xcalibur in its cybersecurity journey.

The award recognizes Xcalibur’s comprehensive cybersecurity project, which spans three fundamental areas:

  1. Endpoint Security
  2. Cloud Services Security (Teams, Email, OneDrive, SharePoint)
  3. Employee Security Awareness Campaign

The project was executed globally, covering regions such as Australia, Kazakhstan, India, Africa, Congo, USA, Colombia, Brazil, and Canada. This extensive deployment ensures robust cybersecurity measures across all business units.

Key contributors and project highlights: team effort and individual contributions

The success of this project is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the entire IT team, both at headquarters and in various business units worldwide. Key contributors include Andrés López, José María González, Sebastián Rodríguez, Charl Ferreira, Doug Robinson and Paul Wright. Their collective efforts have been instrumental in achieving this recognition.

  • Project Background and Execution

The implementation, initially expected to take a year, was completed in less than six months. This rapid deployment was facilitated by the proactive and coordinated efforts of the team.

Results and Impact

The project yielded impressive results:

  • 99% reduction in spam
  • Continuous monitoring of information security
  • Real-time attack tracking with thousands of suspicious events detected
  • Rapid file recovery capabilities
  • Enhanced information security for users
  • Significant improvement in server security, preventing unauthorized access

Words of Gratitude

Andrés López, Head of IT, expressed his gratitude: ” representing Xcalibur Smart Mapping is an incredible honor. I am deeply grateful to be recognized in this way. I would also like to extend my most sincere thanks to Computing Spain, Hornet Security, and Kyocera for believing in our project and granting this award.”

López further acknowledged the unwavering support from the entire IT team and the Xcalibur family, whose confidence and collaboration were pivotal throughout the project.

“This project has been extraordinary, full of challenges and learning experiences. It has reinforced my passion for cybersecurity and my commitment to making the digital world a safer place. Receiving this award inspires me to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation and strive for excellence in the field of cybersecurity. I look forward to the future and the exciting challenges and opportunities it offers,” López added.

A Night of Celebrating Technological Innovation

The Computing 2024 Gala, attended by over 400 industry leaders, highlighted the capability of Spanish organizations to innovate and overcome challenges. The event celebrated 20 projects, each demonstrating a high level of complexity and significance in their respective modernization processes.

Xcalibur Smart Mapping competed alongside major corporate entities such as Metro de Madrid, Caser, Telefonica, Ibercaja, UNED, the Ministry of Transport and Mobility, Banco Sabadell, Coca-Cola, Eulen, Asisa, and Repsol, showcasing the vibrant and dynamic nature of the Spanish tech industry.

Congratulations to the entire IT team for this well-deserved recognition and their outstanding contribution to Xcalibur’s cybersecurity advancements.

 

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Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Stanford University Initiate a pioneer AI and machine learning Project for the Energy Transition


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Xcalibur Smart Mapping, Stanford University in collaboration with Mineral-X, are launching a pioneering project to revolutionize the mapping of natural capital using cutting-edge artificial intelligence and machine learning. This initiative addresses critical challenges in large-scale natural capital mapping and will play a key role in the global energy transition.

Both AI and machine learning algorithms will enable Xcalibur to offer its clients higher-value-added products for utilizing their natural resources, with a focus on efficiency, sustainability, and environmental respect.

The AI Lab that both research teams are developing aims to transform the mapping of natural capital on a global scale. This pioneering project will address key challenges of country mapping in integrating geophysical and borehole data, and in quantitively geological interpretation using advanced artificial intelligence techniques. Additionally, the lab will focus on automating the generation of labeled data and creating accurate economic models as part of the Smart Regional Interpretation Solution for the sustainable management of natural resources, thus supporting the global energy transition.

The project will tackle several major challenges, including integrating geophysical and borehole data into actionable formats like 3D geological and prospectivity maps at large scale, effectively capturing and using qualitative geological interpretations in machine learning applications, and Large Dataset Management with advanced software and computational infrastructure.

To address these challenges, this collaboration will develop Innovative Spatial Information Methods including Automated Spatial Domaining and Interactive Training Label Generation. We will further advance 3D Multiphysics Inversion and 3D Mineral Prospectivity Mapping and develop Economic Models for Natural Resources and Smart Regional Interpretation. All research developments will be transformed into Xcalibur Smart Mapping systems with Advanced Software and Infrastructures.

“This collaboration between Stanford and Xcalibur Smart Mapping not only represents a significant advancement in the Smart Country Mapping Solution.  The application of artificial intelligence in aerial geophysics also underscores our shared commitment to preserving and understanding our planet’s natural capital. Through the synergy of scientific knowledge and innovative technology, we are charting a path towards a future where the study of natural capital is not only more accurate, but also more sustainable, enabling us to protect and harness our resources more effectively for future generations” has stated Jorge Urios. Innovation Director at Xcalibur Smart Mapping.

Teo Hage, Head of Technology at Xcalibur Smart Mapping, commented: this collaboration with Stanford is, on one hand, a significant boost to our Smart Country Mapping solution; on the other, the combination of our new sensor technologies and machine learning solutions is charting the path towards a future where the surveying of natural capital, at scale, is quick and accurate  

“Mineral-X is delighted to contribute Xcalibur’s mission to map country-scale natural resources. In this project, we will collaborate to develop new technology based on 3D modeling, artificial intelligence and machine learning to automate and facilitate the expedient processing of geophysical data directly into a three-dimensional view of a country’s subsurface resources”, has added Jef Caers, Director and Professor at Mineral-X, Stanford University are the project leaders.

“We have established our own AI Lab to develop innovative services for our clients, and the agreement with Stanford will undoubtedly enhance our capabilities by leveraging cutting-edge research. This collaboration will enable us to offer higher value-added products for the optimal utilization of natural resources, focusing on efficiency, sustainability, and environmental stewardship”, expressed Andrés Blanco, CEO at Xcalibur Smart Mapping.

 

About Stanford University

Stanford was founded almost 150 years ago on a bedrock of societal purpose. Our mission is to contribute to the world by educating students for lives of leadership and contribution with integrity; advancing fundamental knowledge and cultivating creativity; and accelerating solutions and amplifying their impact.

 

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Xcalibur Smart Mapping, nuevo miembro Platinium de la Fundación Empresa & Clima


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  • Andrés Blanco, CEO de Xcalibur Smart Mapping, “al unirnos a la Fundación Empresa & Clima, nos sumamos a una comunidad de empresas líderes que comparten nuestros valores y objetivos en la lucha contra el cambio climático y a favor de una transición energética justa”.

Madrid, 10 de junio de 2024. Xcalibur Smart Mapping, líder global en la industria de la geofísica aérea y del mapeo, se ha incorporado como miembro Platinium a la Fundación Empresa & Clima, organización sin ánimo de lucro creada en 2008 que se ha convertido en un referente sostenible para las empresas nacionales e internacionales ante las necesidades originadas por el cambio climático.

La integración de Xcalibur Smart Mapping en la Fundación Empresa & Clima se enmarca en su propósito de impulsar la transición energética. Con una sólida experiencia y un historial de crecimiento exponencial, Xcalibur Smart Mapping ofrece una amplia gama de servicios y tecnologías avanzadas para la exploración y evaluación de recursos minerales, energéticos y medioambientales. Lo hace con una flota de más de cuarenta aeronaves equipadas con sistemas geofísicos, con la que cartografía países y terrenos para identificar las propiedades tanto subterráneas como superficiales, y descubrir áreas potenciales de recursos naturales, como minerales críticos, hidrógeno o geotermia.

 

Formar parte de esta categoría Platinium, creada en 2023 para empresas punteras y líderes de su sector que quieran ejercer un papel decisivo en la lucha contra el cambio climático, no solo convierte a Xcalibur Smart Mapping en partner de la Fundación; sino también, en beneficiario de exclusivas prestaciones y servicios.

 

Entre ellos, estar acreditado para asistir a las Negociaciones del Clima de Naciones Unidas (COP), a las que la Fundación Empresa & Clima acude cada año como Observer de Naciones Unidas, categoría de la que disfruta desde 2010, y que facilita un acceso restringido a las zonas de negociación.

 

En palabras de Andrés Blanco, CEO de Xcalibur Smart Mapping, esta alianza demuestra el compromiso de Xcalibur con la innovación, la sostenibilidad y la protección del medioambiente”.  Para Blanco, “al unirnos a la Fundación Empresa & Clima, nos sumamos a una comunidad de empresas líderes que comparten nuestros valores y objetivos en la lucha contra el cambio climático y a favor de una transición energética justa”.

 

En línea con nuestra visión de convertirnos en el socio de referencia para el mapeo del capital natural, esperamos colaborar estrechamente con FEC para promover prácticas empresariales sostenibles y contribuir al desarrollo de soluciones innovadoras que impulsen un futuro más verde y próspero”, ha aseverado el CEO de Xcalibur.

Para Elvira Carles, directora de la Fundación Empresa & Clima, la incorporación de Xcalibur Smart Mapping es undoble reto”. Por un lado, “como miembro Platinium, supone una mayor responsabilidad a la hora de acompañarlo en su estrategia climática”. Por otro lado, ha apuntado Carles, “su alto componente tecnológico y su alta especialidad permitirá aportar todavía más valor a la Fundación y será un conocimiento que compartirá con el resto de los miembros”.

 

Una visión de futuro llena de políticas ambientales innovadoras

Desde Xcalibur Smart Mapping, están fuertemente comprometidos a comprender y mitigar los impactos de sus operaciones, mejorando constantemente su desempeño medioambiental como parte integral de su estrategia empresarial. Este compromiso se refleja en el cumplimiento de todas las obligaciones legales y la adopción de las mejores prácticas del sector.

 

Para lograr una reducción efectiva de la huella ambiental, han realizado un minucioso cálculo inicial de sus emisiones de carbono en 2022. Esto incluye un estudio detallado de los alcances 1 y 2, así como una estimación del alcance 3 en todas sus operaciones a nivel global. Mediante este análisis anual, establecen un compromiso renovado de identificar áreas de mejora y buscar soluciones de vanguardia alineadas con la responsabilidad ambiental, en aras de desarrollar un plan de reducción real y accionable.

 

La visión para el futuro de la compañía incluye la implementación de políticas innovadoras de eficiencia energética y la colaboración estratégica con proveedores que estén en sintonía con su dedicación al medio ambiente.  Desde Xcalibur Smart Mappings son conscientes de que el logro de estas iniciativas radica en el compromiso y la participación de todos. Por consiguiente, dedican esfuerzos a inspirar y movilizar a su equipo, fomentando una mayor conciencia y motivación hacia sus objetivos comunes mediante formación en sostenibilidad y trabajo colaborativo en comités especializados.

Para más información

Relacionado con Xcalibur Smart Mapping por favor contactar a María Fernández, +34 666745049, maria.fernandez@xcaliburmp.com

 

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The 15th International Energy & Mineral Resources Congress reinforces Xcalibur Multiphysics commitment to responsible exploration

Xcalibur 15th International Energy Mineral Resources Congress

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The sessions have focused on the most innovative mineral resource detection technologies, groundwater detection and monitoring or the efficiency of mineral resource search systems

Víctor González, CEO of Xcalibur Multiphysics Spain, expressed his satisfaction with the reinforcement of the company’s leading position in the sector.

The XV International Congress on Energy and Mineral Resources has concluded today after three days of intense presentations and discussions in which Xcalibur Multiphysics has played a leading role. Representatives of the company, Olides López and Manuel Guerra, have shared their experience and expertise in airborne geophysics and sustainable water management, consolidating the company’s position as a world leader in the application of cutting-edge technologies in the exploration of critical resources.

Impact of Xcalibur Multiphysics at the event: Victor Gonzalez, CEO of Xcalibur Multiphysics Spain, has shared his perspective on the company’s significant participation in the three-day event, stating, “The XV International Congress of Energy and Mineral Resources has been a unique opportunity to present Xcalibur’s leadership in the application of cutting-edge technologies in the exploration and sustainable management of critical resources. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability is reflected in every project we present, and this conference has reinforced our role as a reference in the sector”.

Xcalibur Multiphysics featured particpation: Exploration of Critical Minerals in the Ecological Transition Olides Lopez, in his presentation, “Airborne Geophysics: solutions for the exploration of critical minerals in the ecological transition”, has highlighted the state-of-the-art technologies employed by Xcalibur Multiphysics in the exploration and detection of critical minerals. He also discussed the company’s global leadership position in the development and use of these technologies, with special emphasis on the constant evolution of detection tools.

Sustainable wáter management and groundwater prospecting: Manuel Guerra addressed the subject in his lecture entitled “Towards a sustainable water management: aero-geophysics and remote sensing in groundwater prospection and quality”.

He has delved into the best technologies for the identification of groundwater reservoirs, basin management and groundwater contamination level assessment and monitoring. SEMACRET Project and sustainability in exploration On the other hand, Rodrigo del Potro, Business Development Manager at Xcalibur Multiphysics, participated in the session “Success stories of sustainable mining applied to innovation projects”, presenting the SEMACRET project developed through the Horizon Europe program.

Del Potro highlighted the importance of optimizing the exploration of critical mineral deposits in the European Union, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing results, with a strong social focus.

The pilot project covers locations in Portugal, Czech Republic, Finland and Poland, with Xcalibur’s Helitem system taking center stage, ensuring “efficient, complete and fast” mineral exploration. Xcalibur Multiphysics closes its participation in the congress by reaffirming its commitment to innovation, sustainability and advancing the exploration of critical mineral resources in the era of ecological transition.

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EU Raw Materials Week 2023: Xcalibur Multiphysics and Kazakhstan’s National Geological Survey JSC join forces to map Kazakhstan’s natural resources potential

Xcalibur Multiphysics and Kazakhstan’s National Geological Survey JSC join forces to map Kazakhstan’s natural resources potential

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Xcalibur Multiphysics’s airborne geophysical survey will help enhance Kazakhstan’s economic potential in a sustainable way while contributing to achieving the EU’s European Green Deal, REPowerEU and green industrial objectives

The survey is part of Xcalibur’ Multiphysics’s groundbreaking vision of helping Central Asia to map its vast natural resources in a sustainable and efficient way through the creation of a Central Asian natural resources hub, including a transfer of technology, skills and knowledge to create Jobs and strengthen growth.

Xcalibur Multiphysics’s responsible and innovative mapping of natural resources is a centrale enabler of a truly just and sustainable global economy as well as a fair and balanced energy transition.

Xcalibur Multiphysics, the worldwide leader in airborne geophysics, and Kazakhstan’s National Geological Survey JSC, are joining forces to map Kazakhstan’s natural Resources potential by collaborating on airborne geophysical exploration.

Today’s signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”) on “Unlocking Kazakhstan’s Geological Potential” was part of the official programme of the EU’s 2023 Critical Raw Materials Week, an annual event organised by the European Commission gathering a wide range of stakeholders discussing EU policies related to critical and strategic raw materials, strategic projects, investment, permitting, exploration, innovation, circularity, and international partnerships.

It was signed by Xcalibur Multiphysics CEO, Andrés Blanco, and National Geological Survey JSC’s Chairman of the Board, Yerlan Galiyev. To prepare and implement the MoU, a joint venture (JV) – Xcalibur Kazakhstan Limited – was established in February 2023.

Xcalibur Multiphysics’s natural resource mapping solutions will provide valuable digital information and data that will locate and unlock Kazakhstan’s natural resources such as critical, base and precious metals, oil and gas, geothermal energy and groundwater in a responsible and efficient way.

For Kazakhstan, the mapping will allow the creation of accessible geophysical data, leading to a more favourable overall investment climate. This in turn will help unlocking intensive, efficient and sustainable geological exploration and the localisation of new deposits, creating local jobs and boosting the nation’s economic growth.

At the same time, the MoU will help the EU to achieve its green transition and decarbonisation goals as described in the European Green Deal, REPowerEU and the Green Deal Industrial Plan: by partnering with Kazakhstan, Xcalibur Multiphysics Will support the EU’s efforts to secure access to important raw materials central to the green and digital twin transition and diversify away from dominant single suppliers.

Xcalibur Multiphysics’s responsible, innovative and data-driven mapping of natural resources is a centrale enabler of a truly just and sustainable global economy as well as a fair and balanced energy transition.

The MoU is part of Xcalibur Multiphysics’s ground-breaking vision helping Central Asia to map its vast natural resources in a responsible, sustainable and efficient way.

The JV will not only include a transfer of technology, skills and knowledge that will strengthen local, regional and national growth and jobs, but also the creation of a Central Asian natural resources hub, with services also being provided to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan. Andres Blanco, CEO of Xcalibur Multiphysics highlighted: “Our aim is to work together and apply the latest technology to map and discover Kazakhstan’s vast potential for natural resources, in particular those related to the energy transition. We are particularly looking forward to setting up our new Central Asia hub in Kazakhstan.”

Michael Douglas, Global Country Mapping Manager of Xcalibur Multiphysics added: “In the journey to Net Zero and supply security mapping Kazakhstan’s abundance of critical raw materials will be invaluable to the EU and lay the ground for a positive and sustained uplift to Kazakhstan’s economy”.

Yerlan Galiyev, Chairman of the Board of National Geological Survey JSC, commented: “We are very happy that we can seize the opportunity to team up with one of the biggest geophysical companies in the world, and we are looking very much forward to work with this renowned company”.

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Xcalibur and partners to deploy UAE’s first autonomous mapping system for critical minerals; supporting UAE’s ambition to be a smart and autonomous vehicles leader

Teledyne Geospatial and Bayanat partnering to launch UAE-first autonomous geophysical mapping system

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Xcalibur Multiphysics, Teledyne Geospatial and Bayanat partnering to launch UAE-first autonomous geophysical mapping system

This industry leading partnership will enable the development of next generation autonomous surveying technologies, including drones and underwater vehicles.

Xcalibur Multiphysics, the global leader in airborne geophysics, and Teledyne Geospatial, a leader in marine mapping software, have today signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with Bayanat, a leader in artificial intelligence-powered geospatial solutions.

The MoUs were signed on the occasion of the launch of Abu Dhabi’s Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industries (SAVI) cluster. Xcalibur, Teledyne Bayanat are proud to support Abu Dhabi’s ambition to be a leading smart and autonomous vehicles hub.

This partnership supports Abu Dhabi’s goal for the cluster to contribute up to AED120 billion to the UAE economy and generate up to 50,000 jobs over time.

As part of the agreement, the three companies agreed to partner on the deployment of a UAE-first state-of-the-art geophysical autonomous system to map natural resources with a focus on critical minerals such as copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt – which are essential for the transition to a lower carbon energy system – as well as water, geothermal and hydrogen energy.

The companies will also work together to further develop next generation autonomous surveying technologies such as drones and underwater vehicles, leveraging technologies such artificial intelligence, Near Real Time (NRT), Edge Computing, Digital Twins, and digital mapping.

Dario Castellanos, VP of Financing and Middle East director of Xcalibur Multiphysics said: “This partnership with Bayanat and Teledyne Geospatial signals our shared commitment to unlocking k the potential of cutting-edge geospatial technologies and mapping natural resources in order to advance the UAE’s geophysical capabilities.

Together, we’ll play a significant role in shaping a more sustainable and connected future”. Abdulla Al Shamsi, COO of Bayanat, added: “Our partnerships with Xcalibur Multiphysics and Teledyne Geospatial mark a transformative moment in our journey towards advancing geospatial and autonomous technologies.

By joining forces with these industry leaders, we are not only enhancing Abu Dhabi’s position as a smart mobility hub, but we are also collaborating on groundbreaking solutions that will drive innovation across cities, energy, national security, and environmental preservation, reinforcing our commitment to pioneering progress in these critical areas.”

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