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Federal Office of Topography swisstopo www.swisstopo.ch “The public presence of our office has definitely grown.”

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Content

Welcoming speech by Federal Councilor Ueli Maurer, Head of the Federal Department of Defense, Civil Protection and Sport DDPS 2

Welcoming speech by Fridolin Wicki, Director of the Federal Office of Topography swisstopo 3

Guardian at the wall Monitoring the “Barrage du Châtelot” in the Jura Mountains of Neuchâtel 4

Cadastral information in three clicks What kind of information is provided by the PLR portals of the cantons – and for whom? 8

It looks great, is intelligent and modern The new National Map is here – with a new typeface and more details 12

Getting the picture directly online The new LUBIS-Viewer provides public access to swisstopo’s aerial photographs 16

All of Switzerland in 3-D swissBUILDINGS3D 2.0: a valuable basic data set 20

Water for Chad International cooperation for establishing hydrogeological maps 24

Profession: geomatician Working at the interface of geography and informatics 28

Outlook 30 Organisation chart 32 Figures 2014 33

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Dear Readers

“I’m impressed by the outstanding reputation that swisstopo enjoys also in foreign countries.”

One of the most important measures in 2014 is I’m also impressed by the outstanding without a doubt the resolution that from now on reputation that the office enjoys – even in foreign swisstopo shall be managed as an independent countries. When I attended the “Geospatial administrative office. This is a positive turn for World Forum” in May 2014 in Geneva, I realized swisstopo, bringing with it increased interest and that swisstopo boasts an excellent international a distinctive profile. The decision is also position as a visionary institution which has been strategically important: It confirms the position of thinking three-dimensionally all along. For me this swisstopo as a significant interdisciplinary is a demonstration for an efficient and effective institution, considering that today almost all use of its generous elbow room – today and in offices need and use geodata in some kind of the future. form. Ueli Maurer, Personally I’m impressed by the overall perfor- Federal Councilor and Head of the Federal mance of swisstopo: A new product or service is Department of Defence, Civil Protection and developed at an almost quarterly cadence. For a Sport (DDPS) federal office, swisstopo shows an incredibly high frequency in launching innovative and creative products. The wheel can’t be reinvented, but often the difference can be found in the details: Better maps, innovative digital and mobile applications – and obviously these products are used intensively in everyday life.

2 “For a federal office, swisstopo shows an incredibly high frequency in launching innovative and creative products.”

I was able to inherit a top-rate institute from The transition to new production processes my predecessor Jean-Philippe Amstein. And will continue to keep us busy, in particular the swisstopo continues to write success stories: The Topographic Landscape Model TLM and the Information and Communication Technology ICT Digital Cartographic Model DCM. In addition, we Public Award 2014, one of the most prestigious have to find ways to keep our products more awards in the industry, was presented to up-to-date. swisstopo for developing the federal geoportal. The new National Map 1:25 000, of which Our most cherished assets are technical expertise, first sheets were published in 2014, is lauded as professional experience and the ­personal the best map in the world and has already motivation of our employees combined with won prizes. I consider this as the reward for our being open-minded and inquisitive. I am very daily efforts and the high quality of our proud of our achievements and am convinced products – and also that our clients appreciate that we are ready and prepared for whatever and use our products in everyday life. challenges the future holds in store.

There are still plenty of tasks left to approach: Fridolin Wicki, We would like to optimize collaboration with the Director of the Federal Office of Topography cantons and find good solutions from which swisstopo everyone can benefit. The three-dimensional representation of geodata opens up new possibilities, and we are participating in geological topics with significant future potential. Keywords are alternative energy or the geological disposal of radioactive material.

3 “We appreciate the top quality observations and the innovative methods used at swisstopo.”

Jean-Claude Kolly, Head of Dam Operations, Directorate Energy, Groupe E, Granges-Paccot

4 High above the “Barrage du Châtelot”, Les Planchettes, Canton Neuchâtel, coordinates 2 547 790 / 1 216 665 Les Planchettes, Canton Neuchâtel, coordinates High above the “Barrage du Châtelot”,

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Guardian at the wall

It’s wild, peaceful and secluded at the “Lac de Moron” in the Neuchâtel Jura Mountains located directly at the national border with France. The dam “Barrage du Châtelot” has been holding back the waters of the river Doubs here since 1953. Like all large dams in Switzerland, this one is also permanently monitored because safety is always first priority. Here is a closer look:

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2 Survey pillar. Around the area of the dam there are different concrete pillars for mounting surveying instruments used to monitor the dam. These are solid constructions for the exact positioning of surveying receivers.

3 Survey marker. There are no survey pillars 1 on the dam because of its exposure. Instead, small markers on selected sites are representative 1 Cross-border commuter. The only direct way to get from the Swiss to the French of the behavior of the dam. The surveyors side of the dam leads across the narrow and breezy gangway. The “Barrage du Châtelot” must observe and measure these metal rivets is part of the energy company “Groupe E” from Granges-Paccot in Canton Fribourg. with great precision. It supplies power and energy directly or indirectly to about half a million residents in the Cantons Fribourg, Neuchâtel, Vaud and Bern.

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4 Displacements. The specialist from swisstopo 5 Gravity observations. The dam supervisor 6 Life’s vocation. Dominique Fresard has been takes aim at the survey markers on the dam uses a coordiscope for the monthly monitoring on duty at the “Barrage” for 26 years. He knows and observes directions, angles and distances. of gravity and plumb lines. This instrument “his” dam inside and out. He is also qualified in The coordinates computed from these values are registers any tilts or shifts of the dam compared many different fields – technology, nature and compared to the results from earlier surveys. to its base. conservation as well as fishing. Dam supervisors Discrepancies of even one millimeter are are all-rounders – and are the first at the scene in registered. an emergency.

Safety at dams In the year 2014 … It is very rare that anomalies are detected on … swisstopo monitored the dams Lessoc and dams. It is possible, however, that the construc- Montsalvens (both in Canton Fribourg), Garichte tion itself or its underground foundations can (Canton Glarus), In den Schlagen and Rempen shift or become deformed. Furthermore, damage (Canton Schwyz) as well as Piora (Canton Ticino). on dams can be caused by landslides, rock slides, extreme flooding or heavy earthquakes. Further information: The 200 largest dams in Switzerland are therefore www.swisstopo.ch/folio monitored permanently by local barrage operators. Qualified and independent experts in construction and geology carry out extensive safety inspections every five years. swisstopo provides verification of any possible horizontal and vertical movements of the dam compared to the previous control monitoring.

7 “swisstopo collects the know-how from the Cantons and promotes exchange.”

Jürg Hotz, Head of pilot project PLR cadaster, Office of Geoinformation in Canton Thurgau

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Cadastral information in three clicks

Switzerland is one of the first countries in the world to establish a cadaster with public law restrictions on landownership (PLR). This information is public and centrally available through the cadastral portals of the cantons. In 2014 the first cantons made their PLR portals available online, among others Canton Thurgau.

1 Information. Whoever owns or would like to acquire real estate can obtain all of the information regarding any restrictions of use relevant to his property in an extract of the PLR cadaster. There are more than 150 different PLRs in Switzerland. The 17 most important ones from eight categories were included in the federal cadaster. The cantons may individually add further PLRs from their territories.

2 Design plans. Using design plans, the cantons can make precise PLR specifications for the design and construction of buildings. They can, for instance, specify how the buildings on a particular plot should be oriented.

Regulations. Building lines as well as groundwater protection are topics for the PLR. The former defines the demarcation for clearance from a structure to other 1 objects, for instance to buildings, streets or bodies of water.

Nationwide PLR cadaster in 2020 Developing the PLR cadaster is a project that will be completed in two stages and cover all of Switzerland. Five years ago, the eight pilot cantons under the direction of swisstopo began to develop the required elements. One of the major challenges is harmonizing the data which 2 originate from different sources. During the pilot stage, the PLR cadasters of the Cantons Bern, Neuchâtel, Jura, Thurgau, Obwalden, Nidwalden and Zurich were launched in 2014. Canton Geneva will introduce its PLR cadaster in mid-2015. However, some of the data of a few municipalities are still incomplete. By the end of 2019, the cadasters of all cantons should be available nationwide.

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3 Construction zones. The construction zone defines how and to what extent real estate may be exploited. The utilization of a building site depends on the floor area. This figure is 5 registered in the community building regulations or in the design plan and is also available in the PLR cadaster.

4 Conservation. If a building is listed as a historic monument, its substance may not just be changed at random. Any alterations must be consolidated with the respective experts. The listings of historic monuments are a cantonal matter and are also accessible in the cadaster.

5 Future. In densely built-up areas, two-dimensional representations of plans will soon become inadequate. In order to optimally exploit the scarce space, three-dimensional representations are required. These will soon be included in the PLR cadaster. Three-dimensional models can also be used to visualize sunlight and cast shadows.

Further information: www.cadastre.ch/ch

11 “The new National Map is an important planning tool for us.”

Thomas Gloor, Head of Section Hiking, Swiss Hiking Trail Federation

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It looks great, is intelligent and modern

Do we still need printed maps in the digital age? Yes, responded 84% of Swiss citizens to a survey. The first sheets of the new National Map at the scale 1:25 000 appeared in 2014. Eye-catching is the new typeface “Frutiger”, and there is much more to discover when comparing the old and new maps.

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1 Hiking trails. There are more than 60 000 km of hiking trails in Switzerland. In no other country are there more hikers than here. The new National Map 1:25 000 provides valuable services for all hiking enthusiasts. It shows what’s there – realis- tically and as precisely as never before.

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2, 3 Type of surface. Hard surfaces are a much discussed topic among hikers. Roads and tracks used to be classified according to their width without any indication as to their surface. The new maps now discern between width and type of surface as well as between hard and natural surface.

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4 Solitary trees. The new National Maps 5 Getting through. The new maps show 6 Visibility. In order to orient oneself with a ­contain more detail – not only individual buildings vegetation as precisely as possible, for example map, it has to be known if parts of trails or or neighborhood streets, but also natural groups of trees, thickets or small streams and marked routes are evident or not. The new ­characteristics. For instance, more solitary trees bodies of water. This helps hikers in deciding National Map shows invisible but nevertheless are now shown in the maps. These details where they can pass if there is no marked trail in marked routes with a dotted line. ­facilitate orientation in the terrain. the map.

A new National Map for Switzerland The new National Map is based on the Topo- graphic Landscape Model TLM, an encompassing 3-D geodatabase for all of Switzerland. Thanks to the TLM, new contents can be easily visualized or current representations graphically optimized.

Special attention is drawn to the best possible representation of reality: Not harmony but detail is strived for. The new National Map should be the most exact representation of reality as possible. The reverse side was also newly designed with more room for explanations and comments. In addition, this map is “intelligent” because it allows digital applications.

The new National Map also enjoys international acknowledgement: At the annual user convention of Esri (Environmental Systems Research Institute) in San Diego, California, the maps from swisstopo were awarded the first prize in three categories.

Further information: www.swisstopo.ch/nlk

15 “By digitizing the photo archive, swisstopo has made a treasure of information available to the public and the scientific community.”

Prof. Dr. Stephan Nebiker, Assistant Professor for Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Geoinformation at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW

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Getting the picture directly online

The information of all aerial photographs and aerial image strips at swisstopo is now available to the public at the best possible resolution and quality with the LUBIS-Viewer application. However, numerous complex and elaborate preliminary steps are required before the aerial photographs can be accessed in the LUBIS-Viewer.

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1, 2 Landscape memory. Photographers from 3 Photo archive. swisstopo’s photo archive the Federal Office of Topography have been flying includes about half a million photos, mainly aerial over Switzerland since 1926. In those days, photographs, but also terrestrial pictures taken adventurous men would lean over their flying from the ground. In 2008 swisstopo began machines; today they operate state-of-the-art processing and digitizing the analogue pictures equipment. The photographs are used for various on glass plates and film. Priority was placed applications: the University of Applied Sciences on saving originals which were in danger of and Arts Northwestern Switzerland FHNW, for decomposing. instance, uses the aerial photographs from swisstopo to visualize and analyze changes in the landscape. The new LUBIS-Viewer has made this even easier: it serves as a shop window and allows quick access to photographs.

18 4 Indexing. A part of the process involves indexing all metadata for each photograph. For example, where and when was the photograph taken? In which format, with what kind of camera and what was the focal length? All of this information is stored in the LUBIS database.

Preserving. In order to obtain optimal results, the analogue originals are cleaned by hand and inspected for damage before they are 4 5 scanned and digitized. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and process each photograph for the LUBIS-Viewer.

5 Digitizing. For digitizing aerial photographs, swisstopo uses special scanners that guarantee high geometric accuracy. If necessary, the data are edited and corrected after scanning.

map.lubis.admin.ch: Gateway to the treasure So far, approx. 300 000 aerial photographs of photographs and aerial image strips can be accessed with the The new LUBIS-Viewer is an independent LUBIS-Viewer. The conversion of the rest of application based on the federal geoportal map. the analogue photo archive should be completed geo.admin.ch. The current version of the portal by 2021. With this product swisstopo is making was activated at the beginning of 2014. Novel is a matchless cultural heritage available to the that the photographs can be viewed at their general public. maximum resolution – currently unique in Europe. There is a data sheet for each picture with a Further information: selection of metadata, a preview of the picture as • www.swisstopo.ch/lubis well as a representation of the map extract • map.lubis.ch covered by the photograph. Furthermore, the application can now be used on mobile devices. The photographs may be purchased directly with Toposhop.

19 “Switzerland is no longer flat.”

Peter Jäger, Managing Director Esri Switzerland Ltd.

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All of Switzerland in 3-D

swissBUILDINGS3D 2.0 is a data set showing buildings as 3-D models with roof structures and roof overhangs. In fall 2014, 3-D models of buildings from approx. 200 municipalities were available; in mid-2017 all of Switzerland can be viewed in 3-D.

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1 Basis data. Aerial image strips from swisstopo serve as the basis for modelling buildings. The 3-D effect is a result of combining two images taken at different angles. Roof structures are captured manually and enhanced with additional information. The remaining building components are calculated.

2 Refining.The initial basis data prepared by swisstopo can be further refined. The firm Esri 2 3 has developed technology for generating, analyzing and visualizing 3-D data. This new software allows 3-D models to be viewed in browsers.

3 Planning aid. With swissBUILDINGS3D the data of buildings cannot only be visualized but also analyzed, making it a decisive planning aid for architects, planners, environmental engineers and public administrations.

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swissBUILDINGS3D 2.0: A useful basic data set With swissBUILDINGS3D 2.0, swisstopo now has a precise model of buildings at a high accuracy, with great detail and featuring realistic roof structures. Its application is manifold: • 3-D visualizations for tourist, marketing and information branches 5 • Compiling noise propagation and noise emission forecasts as well as planning noise abatement measures 4 Comprehension. Three-dimensional • Computing propagation of electromagnetic radiation and representations lead to a better comprehension of complex correlations. They are much more absorption analysis descriptive than two-dimensional ones and can • Visibility and cast shadow analysis usually be interpreted much easier by the • Analysis of solar potential public. The better something is understood, the • Simulating natural hazards and potential damage better can people communicate, thus saving time and money. assessment • Planning aid for urban and spatial planning, mobility, 5 Potential. The visualization of roof surfaces telecommunications, energy, accommodation and disposal allows the computation – among others – of solar potential for energy production. And it also • Analyses for environment and urban climatology harbors future potential. Three-dimensional • Vehicle or flight simulators visualizations and analyses can be used to simulate for example the construction of a new swissBUILDINGS3D 2.0 is available in the Toposhop. The shopping center: How does it influence the surrounding area? How does it affect traffic. previous version 1.0 (without roof structures and overhangs) is available to the public free of charge.

Further information: swissBUILDINGS3D 2.0: www.swisstopo.ch/landscape

23 “swisstopo guarantees that the maps are precise and comprehensible.”

Marc-André Bünzli, Environmental geologist and Head of Group Water of the Swiss Humanitarian Aid Unit at the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC)

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Water for Chad

In cooperation with other institutions, swisstopo is developing hydrogeological maps for the Central African Republic Chad. These will establish the basis for better management of Chad’s precious water supply and for understanding the relationship between water, economy and public health.

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1 International. Establishing hydrogeological 3 Compromises. Sometimes the discussions maps for Chad is a joint venture that includes carried out at scientific committee meetings are swisstopo, the government of Chad, the Swiss quite passionate. One of the key topics is the Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) degree of detail: How accurate should the as well as further institutions. representation be? Where is generalization reasonable? The encounter of different cultures 2 ResEau. The hydrogeological maps are part 2 requires the willingness for compromise on all of Project ResEau. In this context the different sides in order to find pragmatic solutions. rock formations in Chad are cartographically registered with respect to their water permeabili- ty. Of paramount importance is that the inhabit- ants know how to deal with their scarce water resources. Active management is necessary in arid areas with very low annual rainfall. Among other factors, better access to water has a direct 3 influence on public health and on the develop- ment of rural settlements and communities.

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4 Multiple use. The new hydrological map 5 Training. If the hydrogeological maps are shows more than potential water resources in going to contribute to better water management Chad. For the first time in about 50 years, the and to the development of the country in the actual topography of this Central African country long run, the local population must be able to is shown on a map. It therefore also serves as a interpret and use them. During the period national topographic map. 2013–14, there were 22 graduates of the newly created degree “Master for Hydrogeology and GIS” in Chad.

Hydrogeological maps for Chad Parties involved: After the outbreak of the Darfur conflict in 2003 • Swiss Agency for Development and in western Sudan, thousands of refugees poured Cooperation (SDC) into the neighboring Republic of Chad. They were • Ministère de l’Elevage et de l’Hydraulique not only in need of shelter and food, but also (MEH), République du Tchad water. At that time UNITAR, a division of the • Operational Satellite Applications Programme United Nations, established the first hydrogeolog- (UNOSAT), United Nations Institute for Training ical map for the affected region. Thanks to this and Research (UNITAR) map, refugee camps were built where there was • Consortium des Universités et Instituts also a supply of water. The government of Chad Tchadiens (CUIT) then sought cooperation with the SDC and • Centre National d’Appui à la Recherche (CNAR) UNITAR to make such maps for the entire country. • Centre d’Hydrogéologie et de Géothermie A total of 9 maps at the scale of 1:500 000 and (CHYN), Université de Neuchâtel 15 maps at the scale 1:200 000 will be created. • Swiss Federal Office of Topography swisstopo • Centre de Recherche sur l’Environnement Alpin Further information: (crealp) http://reseau-tchad.org

27 “I find the combination of geography and informatics very exciting.”

Pascal Maurer, Geomatician student in his 4th year as an apprentice

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Profession: geomatician

In summer 2014, the first apprentices of the newly conceived vocational training program for geomaticians completed their diplomas at swisstopo and received the Swiss Certificate of Competence. What they really like about their profession is the combination of visualization and technology.

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1 Versatile. A total of 18 apprentices are completing their training in geomatics at swisstopo. Each year there are five vocational training positions open. The program is diversified and comprehensive: Because swisstopo is so varied, the apprentices have the opportunity of getting a closer look at different tasks involving geodata. 3 2 Challenging. A vocational training program in geomatics with a Swiss Certificate of Competence is offered at swisstopo with emphasis on cartography or geoinformatics. Qualifications include spatial abilities, liking precision work, persistency, and the ability to concentrate. The majority of apprentices are men, but women are catching up.

3 Practice oriented. Apprentices discuss their concerns, assignments and results with their supervisors. A curriculum with performance goals assures that young professionals learn not only the required theories, but also the skills needed later on in their occupation. Their opportunities in the job market are good: geomaticians are in demand.

Further information: www.geomatikausbildung.ch

29 “Many of our functions are linked to socially relevant topics.”

Fridolin Wicki, Director of the Federal Office of Topography swisstopo

The public presence of our office has definitely grown. Most and, together with the Cantons, we are beginning to survey citizens, however, still have maps in mind when thinking about Switzerland’s “underground”. the Federal Office of Topography. And yet our tasks are remarkably varied – and often linked to socially relevant topics. We will continue to sharpen our image and work on our positioning within the federal administration also in 2015. As a result of the turnaround in the energy policy, exploiting Further priorities – among others – include collaboration the underground, for example, is gaining significance. with the Cantons, three-dimensionality as well as keeping our Our contribution consists of refining our geological knowledge, data and products up-to-date.

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The Lake of Constance near Romanshorn,2 Canton Thurgau, coordinates

We provide and promote knowledge of our Earth – for a changing society.

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Organisation chart April 1, 2015 * Member of the Management Committee

Director Deputy Director Fridolin Wicki Alain Buogo

Directorate Communication and Web Ruedi Bösch Fridolin Wicki *, Alain Buogo (deputy) Base Data for Environmental Monitoring Urs Gerber

Geodesy Geodetic Bases and Permanent Networks Elmar Brockmann Adrian Wiget * Geodetic Control Points Andreas Schlatter Urs Wild (deputy) Positioning and Navigation Urs Wild Geodetic Developments and Contractual Work Matthias Kistler

Topography Image Data and Height Models Stéphane Bovet André Streilein * Topographic Landscape Model Emanuel Schmassmann Emanuel Schmassmann (deputy) Data Provision and Derived Models Jean-Christophe Guélat Distribution of Geodata and Analogue Collection Susanne Dräyer Relling Catherine Marion Taverney

Sector Innovation Tobias Kellenberger

Cartography Cartography Production Thorsten Kossack Acquisition of geodata Olaf Forte * Interactive Map Applications Reto Künzler Dominik Käuferle (deputy) Publishing Urs Isenegger Graphic Data Center Thomas Wehrli Printing Center Kurt Wiedmer Technology and Innovation Dominik Käuferle Vocational Education in Geomatics Stefan Arn

Federal Directorate General Management of cadastral surveying Markus Sinniger of Cadastral Surveying PLR-cadastre and Coordination Christoph Käser Marc Nicodet * Technology and Development Robert Balanche Markus Sinniger (deputy) Information and Administration Elisabeth Bürki Gyger Legal Services Madeleine Pickel

Coordination, Geo-Information and FSDI Coordination and Projects Rolf Buser Services COGIS FSDI Web Infrastructure Cédric Moullet Alain Buogo * GIS Centre Werner Balmer Sector Rolf Buser (deputy) Information Technologies Dominique Dufour

Geocoordination Institute of Military Geography Philippe Schütz

Swiss Geological Survey Geological Mapping Andreas Möri Olivier Lateltin * Geological Information Center Peter Hayoz Andreas Möri (deputy) Geological Data Roland Baumberger Rock laboratory and deep geological disposal Paul Bossart

Support Management Assistance a.i. Marcel Jäggi Marcel Jäggi * Human Resources Brigitte Bieri Brigitte Bieri (deputy) Financial Accounting Martina Rhyner

Sector Internal Cost-accounting Christine Sperisen Bigler Support Logistics, infrastructure and facility protection Manuel Grossenbacher

CC Marketing, CC Mil Geo CC Projects Communication and Sales Philippe Schütz Werner Balmer Ruedi Bösch

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Figures 2014 Human resources

Number of full-time jobs Number of employees (not counting apprentices)

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2014 318.10 2014 359

2013 308.40 2013 346

2012 293.20 2012 327

2011 290.35 2011 312

2010 282.10 2010 312

Number of part-time jobs (not counting apprentices): Number of apprentices

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2014 155 43.2% 2014 27

2013 141 40.8% 2013 26

2012 127 38.8% 2012 27

2011 115 35.8% 2011 26

2010 109 34.9% 2010 24

Number of employees whose mother-tongue is French or Number of women (not counting apprentices) Italian (not counting apprentices)

0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350

2014 96 26.7% 2014 67 18.7%

2013 89 25.7% 2013 67 19.4%

2012 78 23.9% 2012 61 18.7%

2011 72 22.4% 2011 58 18.1%

2010 68 21.8% 2010 57 18.3%

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Key figures

Earning, external federal revenues Earning, internal federal revenues

Mn. CHF 0 10 20 Mn. CHF 0 10 20

2014 11.2 2014 12.1

2013 11.5 2013 13.1

2012 11.1 2012 12.8

2011 13.0 2011 11.9

2010 15.9 2010 12.1

Expenses, running costs and investment (operating expenses)

Mn. CHF 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70

2014 64.3

2013 62.0

2012 60.5

2011 57.0

2010 53.9

Expenses, internal federal accounting

Mn. CHF 0 10

2014 6.2

2013 6.5

2012 7.0

2011 6.0

2010 6.0

Operational accounting, cost recovery level Productive working hours

2014 30.5% 2014 594 500

2013 33.1% 2013 581 800

2012 32.0% 2012 568 900

2011 35.6% 2011 555 800

2010 40.7% 2010 526 400

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Geodata swissBOUNDARIES3D: Update of the entire data set VECTOR200: Update of the entire data set swissTLM-Map: Update of the entire data set Revision of the Topographic Landscape: Update of 36 sheets of the National Map 1:25 000 SWISSIMAGE RGB (year 2013): Update of 75 sheets of the National Map 1:25 000 SWISSIMAGE FCIR (year 2013/2014): Update of 25 sheets of the National Map 1:25 000 Development and update of the height model swissALTI3D: Update of 42 sheets of the National Map 1:25 000 Aerial image strips: 544 aerial image strips were taken of a total of 14 674 km Pan-European data set EuroBoundaryMap and EuroRegionalMap: Update of the entire perimeter CH and FL Basis data delivered to the Cartography Division for: 28 sheets of the National Map 1:25 000, 1 Hiking Map 1:50 000

Printed Maps Normal sheets of the National Map Series, update of: 35 sheets of the National Map 1:25 000, 12 sheets from the new National Maps 9 sheets of the National Map 1:50 000 1 sheet of the National Map 1:100 000 4 sheets of the National Map 1:200 000

Composites of the National Map Series, update of: 1 sheet 1:25 000 7 sheets 1:50 000 2 sheets 1:100 000

Thematic maps, update of: 5 Hiking Maps 1:50 000 1 Hiking Map composite 1:50 000 10 Hiking Maps composite 1:33 333 7 Snowshoe and Ski Tour Maps 1:50 000 1 ICAO Map 1:500 000 1 Glider Chart 1:300 000 23 Air Navigation Obstacles Maps 1:100 000

Interactive solutions Swiss Map online: 2 Updates Swiss Map Mobile iOS: 3 Updates Swiss Map Mobile Android: 4 Updates

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Geodetic data Continuously processed GNSS permanent stations: Automatic GNSS Network of Switzerland (AGNES): 39 stations International/European permanent stations (IGS/EPN): 104 stations Positioning service swipos-GIS/GEO: 1822 licenses

Planimetric control points: 1⁄5 of Switzerland is revised (area of Bernese Oberland and Valais) Vertical control points: 135 km of the precise levelling network newly measured

Geological Products Geological Atlas of Switzerland 1:25 000, printed maps and pixel map: Muotathal (Nr.127), Greina (Nr.136), Alpnach (Nr.137), Travers (Nr.162) Geological vector datasets (GeoCover): Integration in map.geo.admin.ch Contributions to the Geological Map of Switzerland: Nr.170: Analyse structurale du bassin lémanique (Grand Lac et Haut Lac), basée sur la sismique réflexion haute résolution et la géologie des rives nord et sud du lac (D. Dupuy, F. Marillier, R. Plancherel & M. Weidmann) Hydrogeological Map of Switzerland 1:100 000: Nr.7: Basel-Bâle (L. Hauber, M. George, U. Pfirter & E. Zechner). Published by the Swiss Geotechnical Commission SGTK and the Federal Office for the Environment FOEN

Status of cadastral surveying on December 31, 2014

77.4% digital data available (+7.2%) 9.7% digital data in preparation (– 5.8%) 1.8% conventional data available (– 0.7%) 8% not yet surveyed (– 0. 7%) 3.1% lakes (0%)

modifications compared to 2013

Statistics for the geodata infrastructure 5 million users via the geoportal operated by swisstopo 900 clients via the Application Programming Interface (API) 400 topics available in the Federal Geodata Infrastructure

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