Localization APIs
We provide a broad set of APIs that enable the integration of location functionality into applications and systems. These APIs are designed to solve use cases in multiple industries and mobility scenarios.
The location APIs allow address geocoding, location searches, automatic suggestions and reverse geocoding. In routing, they support path planning for different modes of transport (vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, public transport and electric vehicles), toll calculation, optimal routes with multiple stops and range areas (isolines). In addition, they facilitate visualization with vector maps, raster maps, static images and satellite photographs. They also include specific tools for intermodal transportation, integrating options such as park and ride, bicycles and cabs. All this is supported by a robust and scalable global infrastructure.
They are mainly grouped into the following categories
Geocoding and Searching
- Geocoding API: converts addresses to geographic coordinates (lat/lon).
- Reverse Geocoding API: converts coordinates into readable addresses.
- Autosuggest and Autocompletion: suggests places and addresses as the user types.
- Batch Geocoder: process multiple geocoding queries at once.
- Browse & Lookup APIs: search for places by type or ID.
Routing
- Routing API: routes for vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles and public transportation.
- EV Routing: optimized routes for electric vehicles, including energy consumption and charging points.
- Isoline Routing: defines areas reachable in time or distance from a point.
- Matrix Routing: massive calculation of routes between multiple points (origin-destination).
- Waypoint Sequencing: optimizes the order of multiple stops.
- Route Matching: aligns GPS data with real routes on the map.
- Toll Cost Calculation: estimates toll costs on a route.
Maps and Visualization
- Vector Tile Service: vector maps for dynamic rendering.
- Raster Tile Service: pre-rendered map images.
- Map Image API: generates maps as static images.
- Satellite Imagery: access to satellite images.
Public and Intermodal Transportation
- APIs to plan combined routes (public transport + bicycle, cab, etc.).
- Real-time information and route planning using public transportation.
- Cases such as “park and ride”, “bike and transit”, and “cab and ride”.
Use Cases by sector
Ports, Transportation, Logistics and Last Mile Distribution
- Delivery route optimization
- Real-time fleet tracking
- Toll costing
- Truck routing considering restrictions (weight, height, etc.)
- Delivery zone planning and coverage
- Dynamic assignment of deliveries from the nearest warehouse
- Live order tracking
- Nearest store locations
- Geospatial analysis for business expansion
Infrastructure, Public Space and Mobility
- Integrated vehicle navigation
- Routes for electric vehicles with consumption and charging points
- Dynamic maps and OTA updates
- ADAS and map-based assisted driving systems
- Optimal allocation of passengers and drivers
- Accurate calculation of ETA
- Efficient routing with real-time traffic
- Customer journey visualization
- Urban traffic management
- Public transportation planning
- Citizen mobility analysis
- Accessibility and isolation models