Ashby de la Zouch-based Bluesky joins USA firm's 'family of companies'

By Ashby Nub News Reporter 4th Jun 2025

Bluesky is based at the former Ashby railway station. Photo: Ashby Nub News
Bluesky is based at the former Ashby railway station. Photo: Ashby Nub News

Ashby-based Bluesky International - the largest aerial survey firm in the United Kingdom and the UK government's supplier of choice for aerial photography and height data - has been aquired by Woolpert, the US-based geospatial imagery firm.

The Business Desk reports that Bluesky has over 130 staff across the UK, Ireland, the United States and India.

Woolpert president and CEO Neil Churman said: "Bluesky was an obvious choice to join the Woolpert family of companies, not just for its dedication to geospatial excellence, but also for its commitment to client satisfaction and workplace culture.

"With the addition of Bluesky to Woolpert's transatlantic team, together, we'll be able to offer clients across Europe and North America a truly comprehensive set of geospatial services and products. 

"We are beyond thrilled to embark upon the new opportunities that Bluesky and Woolpert will bring to each other and to our clients."

Bluesky CEO Rachel Tidmarsh said: "We're looking forward to being part of a firm that shares our passion and excitement about geospatial data and analysis, and creating an impact for our clients and communities.

"Woolpert's extensive expertise in all things geospatial, as well as the addition of their architecture and engineering services, opens up a new realm of possibilities for our clients. 

"We couldn't be more excited about the ability to service our clients as a truly one-stop shop with this world-leading geospatial team."

     

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