Leica Geosystems and Locata Corp. of Australia signed an agreement for the distribution of Locata positioning technology that augments GPS coverage in areas with limited access to the satellite signals, Leica Geosystems announced Sept. 11.

Initially, Locata will provide technology and support to Leica Geosystems for integration of the Locata receiver into mine monitoring and machine automation solutions for open cast mining and for monitoring of structures such as bridges, dams and buildings. The agreement gives Leica Geosystems worldwide rights to distribute Locata positioning technologies for the two markets.

Locata also will work with Leica Geosystems in the development of an integrated GPS/Locata receiver for other markets.