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How GDR Engineering Uses MapServe® to Plan Smarter and Build with Confidence

GDR Engineering Ltd is a Reading-based Chartered Engineering firm established in 2016. Led by structural engineer and director Gayan Lineaye, a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the firm provides design solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, and large-scale civil infrastructure projects—including rail, bridges, and marine works. For Gayan and his team, MapServe® has become a key tool in understanding ground conditions, planning site layouts, and supporting structural decisions.

Structural Engineer

Before

Needed accurate ground profile data to determine the need for retaining structures or landscaping.
Required reliable mapping for planning applications and change of use documents.
Sought a more consistent way to generate site and block plans for various types of developments.

After

Uses MapServe® to generate block plans, site plans, and cross-sections for assessing ground levels.
Regularly downloads black and white CAD versions of MasterMap® with 1m contour lines.
Evaluates terrain profiles to identify if retaining walls or support structures are necessary.
Prepares location and site plans for planning and change-of-use submissions with minimal effort.
Has relied on MapServe® for 4–5 years as a trusted part of their project workflow.

Process

Selects mapping data from MapServe® in black and white CAD format with 1m contour overlays.
Uses the contour information to analyze elevation changes and ground conditions.
Incorporates data into structural feasibility assessments and site planning documents.
Delivers accurate, visually clear plans for use in both internal analysis and official submissions.

Conclusion

For GDR Engineering Ltd, MapServe® offers more than just maps—it provides clarity at the early stages of complex structural projects. From contour analysis to planning submissions, the platform gives Gayan and his team the data they need to make informed, efficient design decisions that stand up to scrutiny.

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