RIEGL | New Hangar in Krems

RIEGL proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art hangar in Krems, Austria, located conveniently only a short driving distance from the RIEGL World Headquarters in Horn. The event welcomed over 750 guests, including RIEGL employees and their families, local government representatives, and key clients from across Central Europe.

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This special occasion marks a significant step in RIEGL’s strategic expansion in the field of airborne LiDAR, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to technological excellence, operational efficiency, and customer-focused innovation.

“This new hangar is more than just a building—it’s a strategic cornerstone in our mission to deliver world-class airborne LiDAR solutions,” said Dr. Johannes Riegl, founder and CEO of RIEGL. “It enables us to bring even greater precision, efficiency, and flexibility to our airborne operations, while also providing a dedicated space for innovation, testing, and collaboration. We are proud to celebrate this milestone with our team and partners, and we look forward to the new opportunities this facility will unlock for our clients around the world.”

The RIEGL VQ-840-GL sensor provides research survey engineers with access to a wide array of primary system variables, including laser pulse repetition rate, scanner mirror speed, laser beam divergence, and receiver field of view. Additionally, it offers full waveform recording and subsequent processing options. These capabilities will be integral to PML’s benchmark testing, forming the basis for developing new codes of practice that harmonise hardware settings with project specifications and external environmental factors.

The newly inaugurated hangar will serve as the central base for RIEGL’s airborne operations, currently housing two survey aircraft—a Diamond DA62 MPP and a Cessna T206H— both ready to be equipped with RIEGL’s high-performance LiDAR systems for final calibrations and testing. The facility is designed to support the full spectrum of airborne system integrations, calibrations, and testing, enabling faster deployment and enhanced service capabilities for clients worldwide.

The grand opening was celebrated with a dynamic and engaging program that offered guests a unique look into RIEGL’s airborne capabilities:

• Helicopter rides and aerobatic flight demonstrations thrilled attendees and highlighted the precision and performance of modern aircraft.
• Guests had the opportunity to explore RIEGL’s cutting-edge technology up close through a static display of its aircraft and airborne LiDAR sensors, while enjoying delightful appetisers and a grand buffet organised by Ms. Eva Riegl.  Guided tours of the new hangar that highlighted the facility’s advanced infrastructure and operational capabilities completed the guest experiences.

The total investment in this RIEGL initiative amounts to more than €6 million, with €3 million allocated to the construction and outfitting of the hangar, and more than €3 million invested in aircraft and specialised airborne equipment. This investment reflects RIEGL’s forward-looking approach and its dedication to maintaining leadership in the global LiDAR market.