Aerial LiDAR Surveys in Northern Ireland, UK and Ireland.
Capturing high-density 3D point clouds for topographical surveys, infrastructure, forestry and construction using professional, state-of-the-art UAV LiDAR technology.
Surveyor-led, survey-grade LiDAR, CAD / BIM / Engineering deliverables, UK, NI and ROI local provider.
Our Aerial Platform
We operate a survey-grade UAV LiDAR platform built for professional geospatial data capture. Our aerial system combines a high-performance UAV with an advanced LiDAR sensor and RTK/PPK positioning, enabling us to capture high-density, high-accuracy point cloud data across large and complex environments.
This platform allows for rapid coverage of sites such as infrastructure corridors, forestry, quarries and large development areas, while maintaining the level of accuracy required for engineering and planning applications. The system is capable of capturing hundreds of thousands of laser measurements per second, delivering reliable terrain data even in vegetated or challenging conditions.
Our platform is based on professional UAV and LiDAR technology from DJI, using the industry-leading Matrice 400 and Zenmuse L3 LiDAR hardware, designed specifically for survey and mapping applications.
This is not a hobby drone. This is a professional airborne survey system.
Where Aerial LiDAR Delivers the Most Value
Aerial LiDAR is a highly versatile surveying technology, providing fast, accurate and reliable spatial data across a wide range of industries and environments. It is particularly effective for large-scale, complex or vegetated sites where traditional survey methods are time-consuming, difficult or impractical.
At Matt Hull Consulting, our Aerial LiDAR surveys are commonly used for:
Construction & Engineering
- Pre-construction topographical surveys
- Earthworks and cut & fill volumes
- Site progress monitoring
Infrastructure & Corridors
- Road, rail and utility mapping
- Embankment and slope analysis
Forestry & Environmental
- Woodland terrain modelling
- Flood and drainage studies
Quarries & Volumetric
- Stockpile volumes
- Change and progress monitoring
Land & Site Assessment
- Feasibility and master planning
- Contour and slope mapping
Why Choose Aerial LiDAR?
Aerial LiDAR is the preferred surveying method for projects that require high-accuracy terrain data over large or complex areas. Unlike traditional surveying and standard drone imagery, LiDAR uses laser pulses to directly measure the physical environment, producing highly detailed and reliable 3D datasets.
Key benefits include:
- True ground models through vegetation
LiDAR can penetrate tree cover and dense vegetation, allowing accurate terrain modelling where photogrammetry often fails. - High point density and accuracy
Millions of precise measurements create detailed point clouds suitable for engineering and design applications. - Rapid coverage of large sites
Large areas can be surveyed quickly, significantly reducing time on site. - Reduced access requirements
Ideal for hazardous, remote or difficult-to-access locations, improving safety and minimising disruption. - Consistent, repeatable data
Perfect for progress monitoring, change detection and volumetric analysis. - Engineering-ready outputs
Delivers DTMs, contours, volumes and CAD/BIM surfaces that can be used immediately in professional workflows.
In short: Aerial LiDAR provides survey-grade terrain data faster, safer and more efficiently than traditional survey methods or standard drone mapping.
Aerial LiDAR Survey Deliverables
Practical Outputs You Can Use Immediately
Our Aerial LiDAR surveys deliver clear, reliable and professionally processed data that integrates directly into design, planning and construction workflows. All deliverables are tailored to your project requirements and supplied in industry-standard formats.
Typical deliverables include:
- 3D Point Clouds
High-resolution 3D representation of your site or asset. - Digital Terrain Models (DTM)
Accurate bare-earth surface models for design and analysis. - Digital Surface Models (DSM)
Surface models including buildings and vegetation. - Contours & Elevation Data
Clear contour mapping for planning and design. - CAD & Revit Outputs
Design-ready drawings and models for engineers and architects. - Volume Calculations
Cut & fill, stockpiles and earthworks reporting.
All deliverables are quality controlled, easy to use, and suitable for professional engineering and planning applications.
What is Aerial LiDAR?
Aerial LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is an advanced surveying technology that uses laser pulses from an aerial platform to accurately measure the physical environment and create highly detailed 3D models of the ground and surrounding features.
Unlike standard aerial photography or drone mapping, LiDAR can capture true ground data even through vegetation, making it ideal for terrain modelling, infrastructure mapping and environmental surveys. It is particularly well suited to projects that require high-accuracy spatial data over large, complex or hard-to-access areas.
Why Choose Matt Hull Consulting?
At Matt Hull Consulting, we combine survey-grade Aerial LiDAR technology with professional geospatial expertise to deliver reliable, high-accuracy drone survey solutions. Our focus on accuracy, safety and efficiency ensures you receive quality-controlled data and engineering-ready outputs for every project.
Contact us today to discuss your requirements and learn how our Aerial LiDAR and drone surveying services can support your next project.