A guest lecture on the topic of “The CONNECTING Cloud Data Centre for 2D and 3D Cultural Heritage Geospatial Data: An Integrated Research Infrastructure for Data Monitoring, Preservation and Sustainability” was delivered within the framework of the research activities of the Department of Planning and Regional Development, School of Engineering, University of Thessaly.

The presentation took place on 11 and 12 February 2026, at the premises of the Laboratory of Spatial Analysis, GIS and Thematic Mapping, where the CONNECTING project was presented to postgraduate students and research staff. The lecture provided a comprehensive overview of the project, with particular emphasis on the technological architecture of the Cloud Data Centre. It also highlighted the methodologies applied for the management and visualization of 2D and 3D geospatial datasets, as well as the rationale behind key system design decisions, including aspects of data security, interoperability, and performance optimization—especially in relation to sensitive cultural heritage geospatial information relevant to spatial planning and regional development.

The session contributed significantly to the enhancement of participants’ knowledge and fostered constructive academic exchange on emerging approaches in geospatial data management and cultural heritage preservation.