MapGear B.V.

About us

MapTalk is MapGear's participation platform – developed in Deventer by Geo-ICT experts. We make GIS participation, interactive maps and citizen input concrete for spatial planning and environmental regulations.

2013

Founded

500+

Organisations

Deventer

Gasfabriek Campus

Gasfabriek Campus in Deventer, home of MapGear

Gasfabriek Campus · Deventer

Our story

MapGear & PraatMee

MapGear B.V. is the parent company behind MapTalk: a growth company in map applications and geodata, based in Deventer. From SMEs to municipalities and national governments, we turn complex GIS data into accessible maps and dashboards.

MapTalk is our brand for map-based citizen participation: interactive maps and visual decision-making for spatial planning and environmental regulations. Online participation tool, MapTalk table and Geo-ICT expertise in one approach.

Online participationOn siteAt the table
PraatMee participation platform on laptop
PraatMee participation project in Deventer
MapTalk table for in-person participation

What we stand for

GIS & GEO

Transform geographic data into insights with advanced GIS technology

Digitalisation

Modern technologies that simplify complex processes and create new possibilities

Partnership

We are your strategic partner in digital change, not just a technology supplier

Our mission

MapGear makes geographic data accessible and usable for everyone. We help governments and businesses turn complex geo-information into clear maps, dashboards and participation tools – so decision-making becomes faster and better.

Our vision

Maps and geo-information that make a difference – for sustainability, participation and better decisions. MapGear aims to be a leading GIS player in the Benelux and grow further in Europe.

MapGear at a glance

2013

MapGear was founded in Deventer with the vision to make GIS technology accessible. The first product, Zonnekaart, let citizens check their roof potential for solar energy.

2019

Launch of PraatMee – the participation platform with which municipalities collect public input via interactive maps. PraatMee grows into MapGear's participation approach.

2024

MapGear offers five product lines: GeoApps, PraatMee, MapServices, TouchTable and ESG-Maps. Over 500 organisations rely on our map applications and geodata solutions, mainly in the Benelux and Europe.

Our solutions

From map viewers to participation and dashboards – MapGear offers Geo-ICT solutions for organisations. Over 500 organisations rely on our software.

Our values

Innovation
Quality
Collaboration
Sustainability

Gasfabriek Campus, Deventer

Zutphenseweg 6, 7418 AJ Deventer

We work in a modern, open environment where innovation and collaboration are central.

Get in touch

Contact

Request a demo

Interested in MapTalk? Fill in the form for more information, or schedule a demo directly with Egbert.

Get started quickly

MapTalk is an online platform that is immediately available. After a short introduction, you can start your first participation project right away.

Support & Setup

We provide comprehensive support and setup to help you get the most out of MapTalk. From initial onboarding to ongoing guidance.

MapTalk platform overview

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