In this article we’ll step through the evolution of the software now known as MAGNET Office, previously civilcad, and before that CivilDes The software available on the market today has come a long way from the early years of computer programs. In this article we’ll step through the evolution of the software now known as MAGNET Office, previously civilcad, and before that CivilDes. Widely used in Australia and New Zealand, the program continues to be developed in Australia by Topcon software engineers, working alongside the global Topcon network that employs some 200 software developers.   Cliff Stewart is a land and mine surveyor with more than 30 years’ experience in land development projects. During his career, he’s also worked
Intelligent anti-collision technology designed to increase safety for heavy machinery operation without reliance on tags or identifiers, will be available in Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia from Aptella. Automation and positioning specialist, Aptella, announces a distribution agreement with Torsa to supply and support advanced collision avoidance solutions for the mining and quarrying industries throughout Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia.  With a proven track-record in mine and quarry sites around the world, Torsa’s safety solutions are designed to perform at the highest standards to reduce risk and safeguard heavy machine operations.  “Prioritising safety is the lead value at Aptella and of equal importance to any customer that works with heavy machinery,” says Martin Nix, Aptella CEO. “As
Designed to enable easy data collection on any site no matter how remote, hazardous, and hard-to-access it is, Sphere Drones’ self-sustaining mobile payload platform HubX will be distributed by Aptella for resources, mining, construction, and emergency services. Technology solutions provider Aptella announces a partnership with Sphere Drones, an Australian-based full-stack technology and drone services provider. Under the agreement, Aptella will distribute the HubX mobile payload platform which enables autonomous scanning and mapping operations to customers across the resources, mining, construction and emergency services sectors. “Our team is focussed on sourcing and deploying best-in-breed innovation from around the world for our customers,” says Martin Nix, Aptella CEO. “It is an honour to partner with an Australian-based development team and
MAGNET Summit 2026 13th – 14th August 2026 Aptella is pleased to present the MAGNET Summit 2026 Join us in Sydney this August for two days all about MAGNET workflows in 2026! Hear about the latest release features and benefits, network with peers, and ensure your teams are maximising productivity and efficiency gains with this powerful software suite. The full agenda will be announced in the coming weeks, but don’t miss your chance to secure your seat and save with our early bird discount. Group booking deals also available!  Save your seat at a great price! Get tickets today! Event Details Venue: Parliament House. 6 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000 MAGNET Field Half Day: Thursday 13th August
Positioning and automation technology distributor to expand its New Zealand and Australian footprint by acquiring Synergy Group’s paving and positioning distribution businesses. Melbourne, 7th May 2024 – Aptella, a technology solutions provider for the construction, mining and geospatial sectors, has acquired Synergy Group’s positioning, rental and equipment businesses in New Zealand and Synergy PaveSmart in Australia. The agreement will make Aptella the sole distributor for Topcon construction and surveying systems across Australia and New Zealand and extend the company’s road and infrastructure portfolio to include paving consulting services. “We look forward to welcoming Synergy employees to the Aptella team and working together to provide customers with streamlined, consistent experiences across all countries we do business in,” says Martin
Family-run Queensland quarry company, McBride Sands adopts trade approved scales and iWeigh office software to streamline administration. Owners Dean and Melissa McBride explain how prioritising simplicity has helped them ensure technology has helped rather than hindered their operations.  Based near Bundaberg, McBride specialises in high quality sand materials with a focus on excellent, reliable service. Customers include concrete and asphalt plants, landscaping businesses, blockworks, and construction companies, with the options for delivered or ex-pit collection, as well as screened and unscreened product. The company has utilised Topcon Loadmaster trade-approved loader scales for many years, serviced and supported by Australian distributor Aptella (formerly Position Partners).  Installed on two Hitachi wheel loaders, Loadmaster is a simple, user-friendly on-board weighing system
Mining services provider BUMA offers comprehensive end-to-end services to its clients throughout Queensland. With a focus on safety and collaboration, the Company has rapidly expanded its use of operational technology in recent years, tailored to meet the unique requirements of each client and project. Jack Walker leads Operational Technology initiatives across BUMA sites, providing solutions and offering comprehensive support for technology incorporated into the day to day running of a site. “As a mining services provider we partner with our clients over the long term and our commitment is to deliver on their evolving objectives,” he says. BUMA’s scope and scale of operations are varied and dynamic, offering tailored mining service solutions to clients. These range from comprehensive
Intelligent positioning and automation solutions provider has acquired New Zealand business Hale & Associates, consolidating support for MAGNET Office and NZ Traverse customers across New Zealand and Australia. Aptella, formerly Position Partners, distributes MAGNET survey software throughout Australia. The acquisition of Hale & Associates will see the company consolidate its service and support offering for the platform across New Zealand, with access to a wider support network and fast response times to customer enquiries.  NZ Traverse has also been acquired by Aptella and will continue to be supported by the company’s New Zealand business, based in Auckland. Designed to assist New Zealand surveyors to compute and control cadastral data effectively, NZ Traverse includes comprehensive checking and reporting on
