Date: 24 – 29 May 2026

Location: Cape Town

The FIG Congress is the foremost event in the field of geomatics/surveying. It serves as a global assembly, featuring elevated plenary sessions, technical site visits, and a rich cultural and social itinerary. Here, geomatics/survey professionals, government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, academia, scientists, and emerging professionals convene, engaging in constructive dialogues to encourage scientific and technical advancements in sustainable geomatics/surveying and its implementation to achieve the sustainable development goals. No other conference in the field brings together all the above-mentioned professions which is a unique opportunity to learn from each other, develop together and exchange knowledge in sessions, meetings and networking activities.

FIG Congress 2026 offers a platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, techniques and technologies. By granting regional and local educators, practitioners, and researchers access to an international network, this conference and exhibition fosters opportunities for regional and local participants to establish novel business connections and research collaborations. This collaborative networking endeavour is poised to stimulate innovation, catalyse ideas, and set research agendas for years to come, and bolster the region’s economy.

As the premier survey event of the year, FIG 2026 is supported and endorsed by Dept of Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) and The South African Geomatics Council and will register for CPD points.

There will be a number of high-level local, regional and international keynote presenters and panel discussions at the plenary sessions of FIG Congress 2026.

In addition, there will be a number of parallel streams and breakaway sessions covering topics such as:

• Professional Standards and Practice
• Professional Education
• Spatial Information Management
• Hydrography
• Positioning and Measurement
• Engineering Surveys
• Cadastre and Land Management
• Spatial Planning and Development
• Valuation and the Management of Real Estate
• Construction Economics and Management 

and with a particular focus on the THEMES for the FIG Congress 2026:

• Geospatial Innovation for a Changing World
• Resilient Land, Water and Natural Resource Management for a Sustainable
• Future Future-Proofing the Profession: Knowledge, Skills, Standards, and Ethics to serve our changing society
• Sustainable Settlements and the Green Economy
• Contributions to our world beyond the SDGs: Integrating Policy, Technology, and People 

The conference theme is “The Future We Want - The SDG's and Beyond. “, 

FIG2026 presents a pivotal moment for geospatial professionals to accelerate action, foster innovation, and shape the next era of global sustainable development. This Congress will bring together thought-leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore how land governance, geospatial intelligence, and technological advancements can drive sustainability, resilience, and equitable growth beyond 2030. FIG 2026 will serve as a catalyst for bold ideas and strategic action, ensuring a thriving and sustainable future for generations to come.

For more information: https://ig.net/fig2026/index.htm