Home News Cloudline and Xcalibur Smart Mapping to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping SHARE Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Cloudline to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping Xcalibur Smart Mapping today announced a collaboration with Cloudline, a provider of lighter‑than‑air airship platforms, to trial Xcalibur’s HMAS Raman LiDAR system for airborne measurement of near‑surface gas concentrations. The trial will evaluate the use of a low‑speed, long‑endurance airship as a stable airborne platform for detecting and mapping fugitive gas emissions, with an initial focus on methane, ammonia, and hydrogen. The collaboration brings together Xcalibur’s expertise in airborne sensing and system integration with Cloudline’s airship technology, creating a new capability for persistent, low‑altitude atmospheric monitoring over industrial, energy, and infrastructure environments. Trial overview Platform integration: Installation and flight integration of the HMAS Raman LiDAR system on a Cloudline airship platform. Gas detection and mapping: Airborne measurement of ground‑level gas concentration variations, with a focus on methane, ammonia, and hydrogen. Operational evaluation: Assessment of airship flight stability, speed control, endurance, and suitability for repeatable low‑altitude survey operations. Data validation: Evaluation of spatial resolution, sensitivity, and repeatability of HMAS gas measurements under representative operational conditions. Technology focus: HMAS Raman LiDAR HMAS is a Raman LiDAR system under development by Xcalibur Smart Mapping to enable remote sensing of atmospheric gas species from the air. By leveraging Raman scattering, the system is designed to distinguish specific gas signatures and support quantitative concentration mapping close to the ground. Mapping fugitive emissions from the air has applications across energy production, industrial facilities, transport corridors, and environmental monitoring, as well as exploring for natural sources of these emissions. Methane, ammonia, and hydrogen in particular present growing operational, safety, and regulatory challenges, requiring scalable monitoring solutions that can cover large areas while maintaining spatial detail. The airship platform offers a unique operational profile for this application, combining low airspeed, long dwell times, and the ability to operate at low altitude with reduced acoustic and aerodynamic disturbance compared with conventional fixed‑ or rotary‑wing aircraft. “Developing HMAS is about enabling a new class of airborne gas sensing that bridges the gap between ground measurements and wide‑area monitoring,” said Andrew Lockwood, VP of Technology, Xcalibur Smart Mapping. “An airship platform gives us the opportunity to fly slower, lower, and for longer—conditions that are particularly well suited to validating Raman LiDAR performance for near‑surface gas mapping.” “Cloudline’s airships are designed for missions where persistence, stability, and efficiency matter,” said Spencer Horne, Founder and CEO, Cloudline. “Working with Xcalibur allows us to explore how lighter‑than‑air platforms can support advanced environmental and industrial monitoring payloads that are difficult to operate from conventional aircraft.” Next steps The trial program will be conducted through Q3 2026, with results used to guide further development of the HMAS system and assess its suitability for operational deployment. Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Cloudline will also evaluate potential use cases across energy, mining, infrastructure, and environmental monitoring sectors. Teo Hage, VP of Operations & Andrew Lookwood, VP of Technology at Xcalibur Smart Mapping < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Announcements Last news Egypt launches first nationwide airborne mineral survey in 42 years with Xcalibur Smart Mapping SEE MORE > Announcements Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping advances GREENMETALS MAPPING to strengthen Europe’s strategic autonomy in critical raw materials SEE MORE > Announcements Last news Key takeaways from PDAC 2026 SEE MORE > Announcements Last news Xcalibur Smart Mapping acquires EMerald Geomodelling to enter infrastructure market and expand capabilities SEE MORE > Announcements FROM LinkedIn We are pleased to announce that our Geospatial Technologies group in Spain has secured a major contract with KMDC SEE MORE > Last news XENAI – The AI data platform for Earth Intelligence SEE MORE > Last news Kazakhstan Chamber of Mines Participated in the 2nd International Mining and Metallurgy Forum in Tajikistan SEE MORE > Last news DRC and Xcalibur Smart Mapping Launch One of Africa’s Most Ambitious Airborne Geophysical Mapping Programs SEE MORE > Last news Pre-UNGA Week: Xcalibur Smart Mapping at the First COP30 Event in Madrid SEE MORE > Contact us. FILL THE FORM
SHARE Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Cloudline to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping Xcalibur Smart Mapping today announced a collaboration with Cloudline, a provider of lighter‑than‑air airship platforms, to trial Xcalibur’s HMAS Raman LiDAR system for airborne measurement of near‑surface gas concentrations. The trial will evaluate the use of a low‑speed, long‑endurance airship as a stable airborne platform for detecting and mapping fugitive gas emissions, with an initial focus on methane, ammonia, and hydrogen. The collaboration brings together Xcalibur’s expertise in airborne sensing and system integration with Cloudline’s airship technology, creating a new capability for persistent, low‑altitude atmospheric monitoring over industrial, energy, and infrastructure environments. Trial overview Platform integration: Installation and flight integration of the HMAS Raman LiDAR system on a Cloudline airship platform. Gas detection and mapping: Airborne measurement of ground‑level gas concentration variations, with a focus on methane, ammonia, and hydrogen. Operational evaluation: Assessment of airship flight stability, speed control, endurance, and suitability for repeatable low‑altitude survey operations. Data validation: Evaluation of spatial resolution, sensitivity, and repeatability of HMAS gas measurements under representative operational conditions. Technology focus: HMAS Raman LiDAR HMAS is a Raman LiDAR system under development by Xcalibur Smart Mapping to enable remote sensing of atmospheric gas species from the air. By leveraging Raman scattering, the system is designed to distinguish specific gas signatures and support quantitative concentration mapping close to the ground. Mapping fugitive emissions from the air has applications across energy production, industrial facilities, transport corridors, and environmental monitoring, as well as exploring for natural sources of these emissions. Methane, ammonia, and hydrogen in particular present growing operational, safety, and regulatory challenges, requiring scalable monitoring solutions that can cover large areas while maintaining spatial detail. The airship platform offers a unique operational profile for this application, combining low airspeed, long dwell times, and the ability to operate at low altitude with reduced acoustic and aerodynamic disturbance compared with conventional fixed‑ or rotary‑wing aircraft. “Developing HMAS is about enabling a new class of airborne gas sensing that bridges the gap between ground measurements and wide‑area monitoring,” said Andrew Lockwood, VP of Technology, Xcalibur Smart Mapping. “An airship platform gives us the opportunity to fly slower, lower, and for longer—conditions that are particularly well suited to validating Raman LiDAR performance for near‑surface gas mapping.” “Cloudline’s airships are designed for missions where persistence, stability, and efficiency matter,” said Spencer Horne, Founder and CEO, Cloudline. “Working with Xcalibur allows us to explore how lighter‑than‑air platforms can support advanced environmental and industrial monitoring payloads that are difficult to operate from conventional aircraft.” Next steps The trial program will be conducted through Q3 2026, with results used to guide further development of the HMAS system and assess its suitability for operational deployment. Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Cloudline will also evaluate potential use cases across energy, mining, infrastructure, and environmental monitoring sectors. Teo Hage, VP of Operations & Andrew Lookwood, VP of Technology at Xcalibur Smart Mapping
Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Cloudline to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping Xcalibur Smart Mapping today announced a collaboration with Cloudline, a provider of lighter‑than‑air airship platforms, to trial Xcalibur’s HMAS Raman LiDAR system for airborne measurement of near‑surface gas concentrations. The trial will evaluate the use of a low‑speed, long‑endurance airship as a stable airborne platform for detecting and mapping fugitive gas emissions, with an initial focus on methane, ammonia, and hydrogen. The collaboration brings together Xcalibur’s expertise in airborne sensing and system integration with Cloudline’s airship technology, creating a new capability for persistent, low‑altitude atmospheric monitoring over industrial, energy, and infrastructure environments. Trial overview Platform integration: Installation and flight integration of the HMAS Raman LiDAR system on a Cloudline airship platform. Gas detection and mapping: Airborne measurement of ground‑level gas concentration variations, with a focus on methane, ammonia, and hydrogen. Operational evaluation: Assessment of airship flight stability, speed control, endurance, and suitability for repeatable low‑altitude survey operations. Data validation: Evaluation of spatial resolution, sensitivity, and repeatability of HMAS gas measurements under representative operational conditions. Technology focus: HMAS Raman LiDAR HMAS is a Raman LiDAR system under development by Xcalibur Smart Mapping to enable remote sensing of atmospheric gas species from the air. By leveraging Raman scattering, the system is designed to distinguish specific gas signatures and support quantitative concentration mapping close to the ground. Mapping fugitive emissions from the air has applications across energy production, industrial facilities, transport corridors, and environmental monitoring, as well as exploring for natural sources of these emissions. Methane, ammonia, and hydrogen in particular present growing operational, safety, and regulatory challenges, requiring scalable monitoring solutions that can cover large areas while maintaining spatial detail. The airship platform offers a unique operational profile for this application, combining low airspeed, long dwell times, and the ability to operate at low altitude with reduced acoustic and aerodynamic disturbance compared with conventional fixed‑ or rotary‑wing aircraft. “Developing HMAS is about enabling a new class of airborne gas sensing that bridges the gap between ground measurements and wide‑area monitoring,” said Andrew Lockwood, VP of Technology, Xcalibur Smart Mapping. “An airship platform gives us the opportunity to fly slower, lower, and for longer—conditions that are particularly well suited to validating Raman LiDAR performance for near‑surface gas mapping.” “Cloudline’s airships are designed for missions where persistence, stability, and efficiency matter,” said Spencer Horne, Founder and CEO, Cloudline. “Working with Xcalibur allows us to explore how lighter‑than‑air platforms can support advanced environmental and industrial monitoring payloads that are difficult to operate from conventional aircraft.” Next steps The trial program will be conducted through Q3 2026, with results used to guide further development of the HMAS system and assess its suitability for operational deployment. Xcalibur Smart Mapping and Cloudline will also evaluate potential use cases across energy, mining, infrastructure, and environmental monitoring sectors. Teo Hage, VP of Operations & Andrew Lookwood, VP of Technology at Xcalibur Smart Mapping
Home News Hydrogen Tech Redefines Geoscience’s Role in Energy Future I+D 3 MIN. READ Hydrogen Tech Redefines Geoscience’s Role in Energy Future SHARE Leading the Way: Hydrogen Detection Instrument Driving Geoscience’s Energy Transition and Natural Capital Mapping Agenda The Hydrogen Mapping Airborne Spectrometer H-MAS will mean a beforeand after in the approach and understanding of hydrogen as an energy source. Xcalibur Multiphysics, a leading innovator in advanced technology solutions, is pleased to announce a 12-month research agreement in collaboration with Curtin University of Technology and supported by the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer, to develop an instrument for the long-range detection of hydrogen. This partnership represents a significant step forward in the quest to harness clean energy sources and combat climate change. H-MAS, short for Hydrogen Mapping Airborne Spectrometer, is poised to be a ground breaking tool that will allow for the reliable, rapid, and remote detection of low concentrations of atmospheric hydrogen. Hydrogen is increasingly recognized as a clean and abundant energy source, andnaturally occurring hydrogen is seen as a valuable adjunct to large scale generation. The detection and mapping of these natural resources is the primary motivation forthis project. The transition to hydrogen will not be without hazards, and the technology developed will also be valuable for the remote detection of hydrogenleaks from large scale storage and production facilities or pipelines. The development team comprises Professor Charlie Ironside, who has over 30 years of experience in semiconductor optoelectronics research, Emeritus Professor MervynLynch, with 60 years of experience in remote sensing research, and Dr Jacob Martin,whose expertise in ultrafast laser spectroscopy will be extremely valuable. Complementing this group is Andrew Lockwood, from Xcalibur Multiphysics, who brings 30 years of applied geophysics research to the team. Xcalibur Multiphysics aims to play a pivotal role in the pursuit of a just energy transition, and its commitment to advancing hydrogen detection technology aligns with the urgent global transition toward sustainable and secure energy sources. In words of Andres Blanco, CEO of Xcalibur Multiphysics: we firmly believe that responsible mapping of natural resources is the corner stone of a more sustainable global economy. With our commitment to H-MAS, we are entering an era where our perception of hydrogen within the current energy landscape will under go a profound transformation, bringing us closer to realizing our vision of a greener, more sustainable future. < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Announcements I+D Last news Cloudline and Xcalibur Smart Mapping to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping SEE MORE > I+D Condor Airborne Laplacian Gravity Xcalibur Multiphysics & Lockheed Martin to create next generation airborne gravity gradiometer SEE MORE > I+D Xcalibur Multiphysics updates MagCUBE IFR WebMap via ArcGIS Online SEE MORE > Contact us. FILL THE FORM
SHARE Leading the Way: Hydrogen Detection Instrument Driving Geoscience’s Energy Transition and Natural Capital Mapping Agenda The Hydrogen Mapping Airborne Spectrometer H-MAS will mean a beforeand after in the approach and understanding of hydrogen as an energy source. Xcalibur Multiphysics, a leading innovator in advanced technology solutions, is pleased to announce a 12-month research agreement in collaboration with Curtin University of Technology and supported by the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer, to develop an instrument for the long-range detection of hydrogen. This partnership represents a significant step forward in the quest to harness clean energy sources and combat climate change. H-MAS, short for Hydrogen Mapping Airborne Spectrometer, is poised to be a ground breaking tool that will allow for the reliable, rapid, and remote detection of low concentrations of atmospheric hydrogen. Hydrogen is increasingly recognized as a clean and abundant energy source, andnaturally occurring hydrogen is seen as a valuable adjunct to large scale generation. The detection and mapping of these natural resources is the primary motivation forthis project. The transition to hydrogen will not be without hazards, and the technology developed will also be valuable for the remote detection of hydrogenleaks from large scale storage and production facilities or pipelines. The development team comprises Professor Charlie Ironside, who has over 30 years of experience in semiconductor optoelectronics research, Emeritus Professor MervynLynch, with 60 years of experience in remote sensing research, and Dr Jacob Martin,whose expertise in ultrafast laser spectroscopy will be extremely valuable. Complementing this group is Andrew Lockwood, from Xcalibur Multiphysics, who brings 30 years of applied geophysics research to the team. Xcalibur Multiphysics aims to play a pivotal role in the pursuit of a just energy transition, and its commitment to advancing hydrogen detection technology aligns with the urgent global transition toward sustainable and secure energy sources. In words of Andres Blanco, CEO of Xcalibur Multiphysics: we firmly believe that responsible mapping of natural resources is the corner stone of a more sustainable global economy. With our commitment to H-MAS, we are entering an era where our perception of hydrogen within the current energy landscape will under go a profound transformation, bringing us closer to realizing our vision of a greener, more sustainable future.
Leading the Way: Hydrogen Detection Instrument Driving Geoscience’s Energy Transition and Natural Capital Mapping Agenda The Hydrogen Mapping Airborne Spectrometer H-MAS will mean a beforeand after in the approach and understanding of hydrogen as an energy source. Xcalibur Multiphysics, a leading innovator in advanced technology solutions, is pleased to announce a 12-month research agreement in collaboration with Curtin University of Technology and supported by the Resources Technology and Critical Minerals Trailblazer, to develop an instrument for the long-range detection of hydrogen. This partnership represents a significant step forward in the quest to harness clean energy sources and combat climate change. H-MAS, short for Hydrogen Mapping Airborne Spectrometer, is poised to be a ground breaking tool that will allow for the reliable, rapid, and remote detection of low concentrations of atmospheric hydrogen. Hydrogen is increasingly recognized as a clean and abundant energy source, andnaturally occurring hydrogen is seen as a valuable adjunct to large scale generation. The detection and mapping of these natural resources is the primary motivation forthis project. The transition to hydrogen will not be without hazards, and the technology developed will also be valuable for the remote detection of hydrogenleaks from large scale storage and production facilities or pipelines. The development team comprises Professor Charlie Ironside, who has over 30 years of experience in semiconductor optoelectronics research, Emeritus Professor MervynLynch, with 60 years of experience in remote sensing research, and Dr Jacob Martin,whose expertise in ultrafast laser spectroscopy will be extremely valuable. Complementing this group is Andrew Lockwood, from Xcalibur Multiphysics, who brings 30 years of applied geophysics research to the team. Xcalibur Multiphysics aims to play a pivotal role in the pursuit of a just energy transition, and its commitment to advancing hydrogen detection technology aligns with the urgent global transition toward sustainable and secure energy sources. In words of Andres Blanco, CEO of Xcalibur Multiphysics: we firmly believe that responsible mapping of natural resources is the corner stone of a more sustainable global economy. With our commitment to H-MAS, we are entering an era where our perception of hydrogen within the current energy landscape will under go a profound transformation, bringing us closer to realizing our vision of a greener, more sustainable future.
Home News Condor Airborne Laplacian Gravity Xcalibur Multiphysics & Lockheed Martin to create next generation airborne gravity gradiometer I+D 3 MIN. READ Condor Airborne Laplacian Gravity Xcalibur Multiphysics & Lockheed Martin to create next generation airborne gravity gradiometer SHARE New instrument to support natural capital mapping and energy transition goals of the geoscience Industry Xcalibur Multiphysics, the worldwide leader in airborne geophysics, have announced a collaboration with Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT), to produce a novel next generation airborne gravity gradiometer. Responsible mapping of natural resources is a critical component of sustainable investment, supporting the transition to clean energy, tackling climate change, protecting biodiversity, and building more inclusive and circular economies. This new instrument will augment Xcalibur’s existing technology, allowing for efficient, targeted exploration through non-invasive data acquisition and analysis from Xcalibur’s airborne platforms. With the anticipated significant improvement in sensitivity and resolution, the ability to map geology, detect specific targets and model the data will be greatly enhanced. The technology has the potential to change the way governments, exploration teams, and scientists use and integrate multi-physics data and will lead to faster, more informed decisions about how to manage natural resources. We believe in investing in R&D projects that not only push the boundaries of applied science, but also contribute to protecting biodiversity by efficient mapping of natural resources to support the energy transition. We are excited to add this new technology to our already impressive toolbox, and to continue our efforts to democratise access to high quality remotely sensed data said Andres Blanco, Chief Executive Officer of Xcalibur Multiphysics. < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Announcements I+D Last news Cloudline and Xcalibur Smart Mapping to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping SEE MORE > I+D Hydrogen Tech Redefines Geoscience’s Role in Energy Future SEE MORE > I+D Xcalibur Multiphysics updates MagCUBE IFR WebMap via ArcGIS Online SEE MORE > Contact us. FILL THE FORM
SHARE New instrument to support natural capital mapping and energy transition goals of the geoscience Industry Xcalibur Multiphysics, the worldwide leader in airborne geophysics, have announced a collaboration with Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT), to produce a novel next generation airborne gravity gradiometer. Responsible mapping of natural resources is a critical component of sustainable investment, supporting the transition to clean energy, tackling climate change, protecting biodiversity, and building more inclusive and circular economies. This new instrument will augment Xcalibur’s existing technology, allowing for efficient, targeted exploration through non-invasive data acquisition and analysis from Xcalibur’s airborne platforms. With the anticipated significant improvement in sensitivity and resolution, the ability to map geology, detect specific targets and model the data will be greatly enhanced. The technology has the potential to change the way governments, exploration teams, and scientists use and integrate multi-physics data and will lead to faster, more informed decisions about how to manage natural resources. We believe in investing in R&D projects that not only push the boundaries of applied science, but also contribute to protecting biodiversity by efficient mapping of natural resources to support the energy transition. We are excited to add this new technology to our already impressive toolbox, and to continue our efforts to democratise access to high quality remotely sensed data said Andres Blanco, Chief Executive Officer of Xcalibur Multiphysics.
New instrument to support natural capital mapping and energy transition goals of the geoscience Industry Xcalibur Multiphysics, the worldwide leader in airborne geophysics, have announced a collaboration with Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT), to produce a novel next generation airborne gravity gradiometer. Responsible mapping of natural resources is a critical component of sustainable investment, supporting the transition to clean energy, tackling climate change, protecting biodiversity, and building more inclusive and circular economies. This new instrument will augment Xcalibur’s existing technology, allowing for efficient, targeted exploration through non-invasive data acquisition and analysis from Xcalibur’s airborne platforms. With the anticipated significant improvement in sensitivity and resolution, the ability to map geology, detect specific targets and model the data will be greatly enhanced. The technology has the potential to change the way governments, exploration teams, and scientists use and integrate multi-physics data and will lead to faster, more informed decisions about how to manage natural resources. We believe in investing in R&D projects that not only push the boundaries of applied science, but also contribute to protecting biodiversity by efficient mapping of natural resources to support the energy transition. We are excited to add this new technology to our already impressive toolbox, and to continue our efforts to democratise access to high quality remotely sensed data said Andres Blanco, Chief Executive Officer of Xcalibur Multiphysics.
Home News Xcalibur Multiphysics updates MagCUBE IFR WebMap via ArcGIS Online I+D 2 MIN. READ Xcalibur Multiphysics updates MagCUBE IFR WebMap via ArcGIS Online SHARE Following the completion of the Xcalibur acquisition of the CGG Multi-Physics group in July 2021, we have released our updated MagCUBE In-Field Referencing (IFR) models webmap covering major shale plays throughout North America. These IFR models for measurement while drilling (MWD) utilize both the outlines of the various shale plays (Bakken, Marcellus, Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Woodford, Niobrara, and Delaware) available via the Energy and Information Administration (EIA) that are published on ESRI’s LivingAtlas and the current Baker-Hughes Interactive Map Rig Count to delineate the extent of these pre-calculated models.The GIS team published the MagCUBE model coverage back in 2019 onto ESRI’s ArcGIS Online (AGOL) platform. AGOL serves a large portion of the GIS community with approximately 2.1 million active users. In December of 2021, the AGOL platform shared over 48 million items which included maps, apps, and layers and had over 153 billion basemap requests, such as those accessed in the Xcalibur MagCUBE WebMap.This interactive layer allows operators and drillers to easily see if their assets intersect with the Xcalibur model coverage on their ArcGIS desktops or their online webmaps. With MagCUBE, both onshore and offshore directional drilling projects are more accurate with reduced costs. This advanced technology is available globally, and exclusively, from Xcalibur Multiphysics. < SEE PREVIOUS NEW SEE NEXT NEW > < > Related news Announcements I+D Last news Cloudline and Xcalibur Smart Mapping to trial airship‑based Raman LiDAR for airborne gas concentration mapping SEE MORE > I+D Hydrogen Tech Redefines Geoscience’s Role in Energy Future SEE MORE > I+D Condor Airborne Laplacian Gravity Xcalibur Multiphysics & Lockheed Martin to create next generation airborne gravity gradiometer SEE MORE > Contact us. FILL THE FORM
SHARE Following the completion of the Xcalibur acquisition of the CGG Multi-Physics group in July 2021, we have released our updated MagCUBE In-Field Referencing (IFR) models webmap covering major shale plays throughout North America. These IFR models for measurement while drilling (MWD) utilize both the outlines of the various shale plays (Bakken, Marcellus, Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Woodford, Niobrara, and Delaware) available via the Energy and Information Administration (EIA) that are published on ESRI’s LivingAtlas and the current Baker-Hughes Interactive Map Rig Count to delineate the extent of these pre-calculated models.The GIS team published the MagCUBE model coverage back in 2019 onto ESRI’s ArcGIS Online (AGOL) platform. AGOL serves a large portion of the GIS community with approximately 2.1 million active users. In December of 2021, the AGOL platform shared over 48 million items which included maps, apps, and layers and had over 153 billion basemap requests, such as those accessed in the Xcalibur MagCUBE WebMap.This interactive layer allows operators and drillers to easily see if their assets intersect with the Xcalibur model coverage on their ArcGIS desktops or their online webmaps. With MagCUBE, both onshore and offshore directional drilling projects are more accurate with reduced costs. This advanced technology is available globally, and exclusively, from Xcalibur Multiphysics.
Following the completion of the Xcalibur acquisition of the CGG Multi-Physics group in July 2021, we have released our updated MagCUBE In-Field Referencing (IFR) models webmap covering major shale plays throughout North America. These IFR models for measurement while drilling (MWD) utilize both the outlines of the various shale plays (Bakken, Marcellus, Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Woodford, Niobrara, and Delaware) available via the Energy and Information Administration (EIA) that are published on ESRI’s LivingAtlas and the current Baker-Hughes Interactive Map Rig Count to delineate the extent of these pre-calculated models.The GIS team published the MagCUBE model coverage back in 2019 onto ESRI’s ArcGIS Online (AGOL) platform. AGOL serves a large portion of the GIS community with approximately 2.1 million active users. In December of 2021, the AGOL platform shared over 48 million items which included maps, apps, and layers and had over 153 billion basemap requests, such as those accessed in the Xcalibur MagCUBE WebMap.This interactive layer allows operators and drillers to easily see if their assets intersect with the Xcalibur model coverage on their ArcGIS desktops or their online webmaps. With MagCUBE, both onshore and offshore directional drilling projects are more accurate with reduced costs. This advanced technology is available globally, and exclusively, from Xcalibur Multiphysics.