Intermap awarded Malaysian flood mapping program

In Malaysia, Intermap has been awarded a project to supply high‑resolution Digital Elevation Model (DEM) data and related services to the government for the State of Sabah as part of the National Flood Forecasting and Warning Program. The project is implemented by the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) under the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA).

The Malaysian national program aims to develop a modern flood forecasting and warning system with monsoon flood forecasts up to seven days ahead and to extend warning lead times from hours to days for agencies and the public.​ Intermap’s high-fidelity DEM data will support more accurate assessments of flood depths and extents based on existing and planned infrastructure, providing critical insight for planning and engineering works to further safeguard communities against major flood risk. These models with proven and standardized interoperable data are a critical first step in establishing commercial grade digital infrastructure capable of supporting effective global private sector risk management and insurance programs. They also provide a scalable foundation for additional forecasting and resilience initiatives across Malaysia and the broader region.

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