REDEFINING AERIAL INTELLIGENCE
WHO WE ARE
TerraVia Aerial Services is a premier geospatial and geophysical data acquisition provider headquartered in Lusaka, Zambia.
Fully licensed by the Zambia Civil Aviation Authority (ZCAA) and holding a Ministry of Transport and Logistics (MTL) Air Service Permit (ASP), we operate to the highest regulatory standards. Our ZCAA Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Operator Certificate (ROC) authorizes advanced operations, including Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), night operations, and flights above 400ft AGL.
Backed by public liability coverage and comprehensive all-risk aircraft insurance, our clients can trust in the security and compliance of every mission.
By deploying advanced Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPAs) equipped with cutting-edge remote sensors, we deliver highly accurate, actionable spatial data across the Construction, Environmental, Engineering, Agricultural, Mining, Conservation, Research, and Education sectors. Our fleet of enterprise-grade RPAs and certified remote pilots deliver superior data with unmatched efficiency—significantly reducing time and costs compared to traditional survey methods.
Orthomosaic Maps
We generate high-resolution, geometrically corrected orthomosaic maps that eliminate lens distortion and terrain displacement. These precise spatial basemaps allow clients to extract design-critical information, perform accurate measurements, and track site changes over time
Topographic Maps
Equipped with high-accuracy RGB and LiDAR payloads, we produce comprehensive topographic survey outputs. Our digital terrain and surface models facilitate advanced hydrological flow analysis, erosion monitoring, volumetric stockpile appraisals and bare earth models.
LiDAR Maps
Our LiDAR systems penetrate dense vegetation canopies to generate highly accurate bare-earth Digital Terrain Models (DTMs). This technology is critical for large sclae terrain mapping, corridor mapping, industrial asset inspection, Building Information Modeling (BIM), forestry management, mine planning, and powerline sag analysis.
SLAM Mapping
Utilizing Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) technology, we capture precise spatial data in environments where GPS is unavailable. From indoor warehouse stockpile measurements and industrial asset internals to underground mine tunnel systems, SLAM ensures accurate mapping in the most confined spaces.
Thermal Maps
We employ state-of-the-art radiometric thermal cameras to capture and quantify precise temperature data across diverse landscapes. Our thermal surveys reveal hidden anomalies, heat signatures, and structural faults in real-time—making it indispensable for building diagnostics, solar farm inspections, and sub-surface moisture detection.
Magnetic Maps
We map subsurface magnetic fields in challenging environments using advanced magnetometer payloads. Our high-resolution aeromagnetic surveys provide accurate, reliable data for locating ferrous objects, delineating geological structures, and identifying subsurface mineralization.
Construction Monitoring
Remotely track your project’s progress through the TerraVia Cloud. We provide stakeholders with real-time visibility from anywhere in the world, extracting critical volumetric and as-built data to ensure construction adherence and quality control.
cloud infrastructure
Access all collected, processed and reported data on our secure cloud infrastructure anywhere in the world. With live revisioning, upload capabilities and user client desktop and mobile app on client request, access and share spatial data with critical engineers throughout all phases of your project.
GIS Services
Beyond data acquisition, TerraVia provides comprehensive Geographic Information System (GIS) services. Our capabilities include contour generation, point cloud classification, ground point filtration, DTM and DSM rasterization. For more advanced work, our network of local engineers and surveyors provide GIS digitization and line-work, hydrological flow delineation, solar radiance modeling, and viewshed analysis.
FLEET AND PAYLOADS
DJI Matrice 400
Our enterprise flagship platform featuring a 59-minute flight time and a 6 kg payload capacity. Equipped with integrated rotating LiDAR and mmWave radar for power-line-level obstacle sensing, alongside the O4 Enterprise video transmission system. It supports advanced automated workflows, ship-based operations, and AR projection for complex emergency response, power inspections, and AEC projects.
DJI Zenmuse L2 LiDAR Scanner
Integrating frame LiDAR, a high-accuracy IMU, and a 4/3 CMOS RGB mapping camera. Paired with DJI Terra, the L2 provides a turnkey solution for efficient, high-accuracy 3D data collection and point cloud post-processing.
DJI Matrice 350 RTK
Our industry-benchmark drone platform featuring an upgraded video transmission system, intelligent battery management, and comprehensive safety features. With robust payload expansion capabilities and RTK positioning, it provides the foundational reliability required for precise geospatial operations.
DJI Zenmuse H30T Thermal & Zoom
An all-weather, multi-sensor flagship payload integrating a wide-angle camera, zoom camera, radiometric infrared thermal camera, laser range finder, and NIR auxiliary light. It transcends the limitations of day and night vision, making it ideal for public safety, energy inspection, and forestry management.
DJI Matrice 3 Thermal
A compact, highly maneuverable platform equipped with a 640×512 thermal sensor and RTK compatibility. Essential for mapping solar farms, inspecting critical infrastructure, conducting nocturnal surveillance, and supporting Search and Rescue (SAR) operations.
Sensys MagDrone R3
Uncover what’s buried with our MagDrone R3. This ultra-lightweight (600g) magnetometer payload turns our drones into powerful subsurface mapping tools. Featuring a smart
3-axis dual sensor array that actively cancels out drone interference, the R3 delivers pinpoint magnetic data for locating buried utilities, UXO, and geological structures.
DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine
Featuring superior video specifications, 1TB internal storage, and a 10Gbps data link. It supports Apple ProRes 422 HQ encoding and 10-bit D-Log M color mode, capturing up to one billion colors for high-end cinematic documentation and marketing assets.
GVI H300 SLAM Scanner
A versatile, multi-platform scanner capable of handheld, backpack, vehicle, or drone deployment. Utilizing advanced SLAM, PPK-SLAM, and RTK-SLAM algorithms, we swiftly acquire high-fidelity point cloud data with absolute coordinates in any environment.
SAMPLE WORKS
TerraVia Aerial Services sets the benchmark for accuracy, reliability, and turnaround time in the Zambian market.
Our passionate, professional team delivers seamless end-to-end solutions where others face operational challenges. From large-scale industrial surveys to highly specialized inspections, we possess the expertise to acquire and process deliverables that meet the exacting standards of our clients.
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PRODUCTS WE OFFER
TerraVia supplies, supports and services established brands of Enterprise Drones, LiDAR Systems and Software.
We have distribution and service rights to products manufactured by:
DJI Enterprise | Green Valley International | Datamine
DJI Enterprise
We supply and service DJI’s commercial unmanned aerial vehicles, enterprise payloads, and flight control systems, providing end-to-end aerial solutions.
GreenValley International
GreenValley International Inc. provides advanced solutions in 3D survey and mapping, robotics automation, and high-definition mapping.
Datamine Products
TerraVia are official distributors of Datamine products. Datamine enables efficient and sustainable mining through the application of world-leading technology and services.
ABOUT US
Toni Žeravica
Founder
BA Digital Design
ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER
Toni founded TerraVia at the intersection of geospatial intelligence and aviation. Through extensive project work for multinational corporations—including GIZ, Neoen, CSCEC, and SinoHydro—he has become a leading authority on RPA operations and advanced geospatial applications in Zambia
Vanessa Kapombe
B.eng AVIATION ENGINEERING
solution engineer
Vanessa is an aeronautical engineer with extensive experience across the aviation and mining sectors. A highly motivated and results-driven professional, she ensures that all TerraVia operations strictly adhere to international safety and quality standards.
Jacob Mutale
B.SC Software Engineering
Senior software engineer
Jacob brings four years of experience in developing and maintaining mobile and web applications. His technical expertise drives TerraVia’s backend infrastructure and client data portals, ensuring seamless data delivery.
Nkhwezya Shibeleka
ACCA
Head of Accounts
Nkhwezya brings a rigorous understanding of financial principles and acute attention to detail. He ensures regulatory compliance, financial transparency, and seamless collaboration across departments and with external stakeholders.
Jason Malilwe
B.Eng AVIATION ENGINEERING
Compliance manager
Jason is an aeronautical engineer with deep expertise in both manned and unmanned aircraft systems. Leveraging his strong background working alongside the ZCAA, he specializes in RPAS registration, airworthiness certification, and regulatory compliance, ensuring TerraVia delivers top-tier service and compliant consulting.
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