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ASIG and ASPA organize the training “Satellite Imagery Applications for Geospatial Data Improvement”
The trainings within the framework of the Cooperation Agreement between ASIG and ASPA continue. Yesterday, a training on the topic: “Satellite Imagery Applications for Geospatial Data Improvement” was held in the Europa Hall.
The purpose of this training is to train technical staff of various public institutions in the practical use of satellite imagery for the analysis and improvement of geospatial data through the application of advanced methods and their integration with GIS systems.
ASIG experts conducted the first training of this curriculum in support of public administration in terms of developing advanced skills for the analysis, interpretation and use of geospatial data in the function of evidence-based decision-making.
ASIG and ASPA organize the training “Introduction to Remote Sensing”
State Authority for Geospatial Information (ASIG), within the framework of the cooperation agreement with the Albanian School of Public Administration (ASPA), held on 05.11.2025, in the premises of the Europa Hall, the training on the topic “Introduction to Remote Sensing” dedicated to the technical staff of Public Institutions and Local Self-Government Units.
For the first time, ASIG has carried out the drafting of specialized curricula with the contribution of its experts to increase the capacities of technical staff in the field of geoinformation for public administration. This activity aimed to develop the basic capacities of the participants to understand the concepts, components and functioning of Remote Sensing technology, as well as to apply the knowledge gained in the collection, interpretation and use of geospatial data in decision-making. Participants were introduced to the importance of the electromagnetic spectrum, the difference between sensors, the influence of the atmosphere, as well as the selection of appropriate products for institutional needs.
This training contributes to the increased use of Remote Sensing technologies for urban planning, environmental management, territorial monitoring by supporting institutional decision-making with accurate and reliable data. Participants in the training will be provided with certificates from ASPA.
Training for the technical staff of the Himara Municipality
Experts from State Authority for Geospatial Information conducted a dedicated training for the technical staff of the Himara Municipality on October 27–28, as part of the inter-institutional cooperation and the initiative to increase capacities in the management and use of geospatial information, ASIG.
During the training, technical assistance was provided for the construction of the Himara Municipality geospatial database in accordance with national standards, and the functionalities of the National Geoportal were addressed, including access and visualization of orthophoto maps and thematic layers related to infrastructure, buildings, protected areas and other elements of the territory.
These initiatives aim to strengthen institutional capacities and improve the quality and accessibility of geospatial data, in accordance with the legal framework and national standards for geospatial information governance.
ASIG participates in the GovStack Workshop capacity building
Representatives of State Authority for Geospatial Information (ASIG) participated in the workshop organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) within the framework of the Digital Agriculture and Rural Transformation (DART) project, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, on October 20-22, at the premises of the Tirana International Hotel.
This workshop was focused on increasing institutional capacities for the modernization of public services through the use of standardized technologies and the international approach of GovStack. During the 3 days of the workshop, key topics related to the concept of digital governance and the unified approach to building public services were addressed. Participants were introduced to the ‘Service Blueprint’ methodology, which helps in the design of citizen-centered services and in the integration of digital blocks according to the needs of each institution. Practical examples from countries that have successfully applied the GovStack model were also presented.
The aim of the GovStack program was to assist the Albanian government in creating digital public services through the use of ‘Building Blocks’, open, interrelated and reusable software modules that provide basic functions such as digital identification, payments, electronic registers, institutional communications and electronic signature.
These components facilitate inter-institutional cooperation, ensure interoperability between public systems and reduce the costs of developing new services.
Training for the technical staff of the Korça Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company
Experts of State Authority for Geospatial Information(ASIG) conducted an intensive training with the technical staff of the Korça Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company on September 22–23, 2025, in Korça.
This training focused on increasing practical skills for the collection, processing and publication of geospatial information. The program focused on the creation and standardization of water supply and sewerage network data according to the technical geoinformation standard “Utility and Governmental Services”, as well as on the use of the National Geoportal in relation to the upload, update and distribution of geospatial data.
The practical sessions consolidated methods for modeling thematic layers, quality control, metadata completion, schema unification, and clarification of publication steps in the National Geoportal, ensuring interoperability and compliance with applicable legislation.
The training covered the entire “field to publication” cycle, equipping technical teams with concrete tools for efficient management of water and sanitation infrastructure data. The next steps include technical assistance for the consolidation of data schemas and the full integration of workflows in the National Geoportal.
Training for technical staff of the Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR)
Experts of State Authority for Geospatial Information (ASIG) conducted on September 19, 2025, at the premises of the Agency for Agricultural and Rural Development (AZHBR), a dedicated training on the use of the National Geoportal platform.
The focus of this training was the operational functionalities of the platform, including thematic search, visualization and combination of layers, use of network services, data download and access management according to user roles. During the training, practical usage scenarios were demonstrated in support of the AZHBR work processes and practices to ensure traceability, transparency and data quality were emphasized.
The activity contributed to strengthening the technical capacities of the staff and to the implementation of good practices in the use of the National Geoportal as a central infrastructure for information and decision-making.
Training for the technical staff of the Durrës Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Compan
On September 16, 2025, ASIG held a specialized training in Durrës for the technical staff of the Durrës Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company, with a focus on harmonizing the procedures for the creation, processing and publication of water supply and sewerage network data according to the technical standard “Urban Infrastructure and Government Services” and their integration into the National Geoportal.
The program addressed data modeling, metadata compilation, and workflows from field collection to controlled publication on the platform. This activity contributed to strengthening institutional capacities and increasing the quality, accessibility and interoperability of geospatial data.
Training for the Shkodër Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company and technical assistance for the Municipality of Malësi e Madhe
State Authority for Geospatial Information (ASIG) held on July 31 and August 1, 2025, training with the technical staff of the Shkodër Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company and provided technical assistance to the Municipality of Malësi e Madhe with the aim of increasing the technical capacities of local institutions in the field of geospatial information.
In cooperation with the Shkodër Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Company, a dedicated training was held for technical staff with a focus on the creation and processing of data for the water supply and sewerage network, in accordance with the state standard for technical specifications of geospatial information in Albania on the topic: “Urban Infrastructure and Government Services”. During this training, the functionalities of the National Geoportal were also presented, as an official platform for the publication and distribution of geospatial data.
Assistance was provided to the technical staff of the Malësi e Madhe Municipality with a focus on updating the local road network and identifying points of interest in the administrative territory. The support included orientation on the collection, structuring and standardization of territorial data, with the aim of integrating them into the National Geoportal and using them for local planning and administration.
These activities contributed to strengthening institutional capacities and improving the quality and accessibility of geospatial data, in accordance with the legal framework and national standards for geospatial information governance.
SOFTMOVE project closing conference organized
The closing conference of the SOFTMOVE project took place today in Porta Futuro, Bari, Italy, with the theme, “UAS, lessons learned and perspectives in the IPA cross-border area”.
State Authority for Geospatial Information (ASIG) has been a partner in the SOFTMOVE project since the beginning of 2024, together with DTA Distretto Tecnologico Aerospaziale (Lead Partner, Puglia Region, Italy) and NVU Digital Den (Montenegro), co-financed by the Interreg IPA South Adriatic 2021-2027 Programme of the European Union through the Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA III).
The SOFTMOVE project aims to build international collaborations and partnerships that promote the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology, with a focus on the implementation of innovative aerial services and the use of space services, in order to respond to the needs of citizens in smart cities, in the IPA area.
This conference was organized in 5 sessions where the objectives, results of the work so far (Workshops, seminars, B2B meetings) were presented by ASIG, DTA and Digital Den. During this event, the Joint Action Plans (JAP) were presented by DTA-DD-ASIG (Fatjona Çilaj).
After this session, the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by each partner was carried out, as a joint act of further cooperation between the partners. The conference was accompanied by two other sessions with discussions, testimonies and presentations between Industry, Academia and the participants involved. Representatives from Albania for Industry were professors from the Polytechnic University of Tirana, Prof. Alban Rakipi and Prof. Gledis Basha, while from industry the company Geosensors with the participation of Ida Beqiri and Celestina Roshnik.
Space knowledge for new business opportunities
Representatives of State Authority for Geospatial Information (ASIG) participated in the workshop organized within the framework of the SOFTMOVE project on the topic “Space knowledge for new business opportunities” which was held in Bari, Italy on July 17, 2025.
During this workshop, ASIG’s work was presented regarding the project of monitoring the territory with advanced technology and the use of products obtained from this technology in areas such as the environment, civil emergencies, natural disasters, urban planning, etc.
Furthermore, the main focus was the role of space assets (EO, GNSS, SATCOM) in enabling autonomous aerial systems, providing useful knowledge both for those who are in the early stages of developing a business idea, as well as for existing startups looking to strengthen their capabilities or connect with local stakeholders and international partners.
Also, during the presentation of the startup in the field of geospatial technology, theoretical and practical tools for creating a business were demonstrated, from value proposition and brand creation, to market positioning and commercialization with use cases and concrete examples from the two main sectors of this project.
