Press release: 23rd March 2011

Promap extends service for access to free mapping data

In response to the new Public Sector Mapping Agreement (PSMA) that comes into play on 1st April 2011, Landmark Promap has developed a new service to allow PSMA members easy access to the free Ordnance Survey (OS) data that is available through the agreement, which organisations can sign up to now.

The PSMA will allow public sector organisations the opportunity to access a free range of OS products, something that parish and community councils have not been able to do previously. The free range of OS products includes maps that have not been freely available before now, such as OS Mastermap and 1:25,000 scale mapping.

Through using Landmark Promap public sector organisations can access this data by three easy steps. Organisations need to check their eligibility and apply for PSMA membership, complete the registration form for PSMA member access via Promap, and then a unique login and simple how to use guide will be sent ahead of the 1st April launch.

Once organisations have signed up to the agreement they will be licensed to use the maps and associated data as part of their business, and this information can also be shared amongst the public, private and voluntary service.

The key benefits of accessing the free data through Promap is organisations can access the full range of OS data, view, save, manipulate and personalise the data from any PC with an internet connection, as well as being able to print it, email and publicise the data as required. In addition through using Promap local councils will also have the extra benefit of being able to access and purchase historical maps of their local areas which is unique to Promap.

David Dixon, Managing Director at Landmark Promap, comments: "The Public Sector Mapping Agreement is a great step in the right direction in terms of significantly widening the use of geospatial data. We are committed to providing our customers with a service that truly meets their needs, and in response to this new agreement have developed a service to ensure that both new and existing customers in the public sector can access this free information in the easiest and best way possible."

James Brayshaw, Director at Ordnance Survey said: "Our premier partner, Landmark Promap, provides a fast and efficient service, enabling customers to benefit from our up to date and reliable mapping data."

Promap is the UK's number one desktop mapping tool for property professionals, providing a wide range of mapping, in a variety of layers, which are supplied in many different levels of accuracy and scales. With over 27,000 users made up of surveyors, architects, developers, house builders, utilities, engineers, environmental consultants and property professionals, Promap allows users quick and easy access to OS mapping data and geospatial services.

For further information about Public Sector Mapping Agreement please visit our PSMA page