Product details

UID	79
Name	Reference Map
Acronym
Description	Reference maps bring the capabilities of EO data into the world of cartography. In response to a user need for up-to-date information, imagery is acquired over the AOI and detailed extraction of information is performed by imagery analysts and cartographic specialists. The result is a map, containing a combination of layers (reference and thematic) specifically aimed at satisfying the user need. Map layers are extracted from recent imagery and render an up-to-date view on the location, which is essential for educated decision-making. This multi-purpose product category can help the user in a wide variety of scenarios.
Note
Status	Operational
Group	CSS Support to External Action
Area	Global (outside Europe)
Component	Support to EU External and Security Actions
Service	Copernicus Security Service
Entrusted Entities	European Union Satellite Centre
Created on	Nov. 6, 2017, 1:54 p.m.
Last updated on	April 1, 2026, 2:39 p.m.

Requirements

UID	Requirement	Level of definition	Relevant for	Criticality	Barriers	Created on	Last updated on
121	Population - Building Block	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	March 20, 2018, 6:32 a.m.	Dec. 16, 2020, 1:58 p.m.
133	Transportation Network	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	March 26, 2018, 11:20 a.m.	Dec. 16, 2020, 12:27 p.m.
139	Population - Reference Building	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 5, 2018, 3:34 p.m.	Jan. 15, 2021, 7:39 a.m.
122	Population - Built-up Area	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 5, 2018, 3:14 p.m.	Jan. 15, 2021, 7:33 a.m.
123	Population - Diplomatic Buildings	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 5, 2018, 3:20 p.m.	April 21, 2021, 8:46 a.m.
156	Administrative Boundaries	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 6, 2018, 9:09 a.m.	Dec. 16, 2020, 12:30 p.m.
159	Toponyms	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Update Frequency	April 6, 2018, 10:34 a.m.	April 20, 2021, 7:57 p.m.
158	Physiography	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 6, 2018, 9:58 a.m.	June 30, 2025, 11:58 a.m.
129	Population - Settlements	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	March 23, 2018, 2:15 p.m.	May 5, 2021, 8:24 a.m.
138	Hydrography	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 5, 2018, 2:33 p.m.	Jan. 31, 2023, 3:45 p.m.
140	Population - Point of Interest	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 5, 2018, 3:29 p.m.	April 21, 2021, 8:49 a.m.
155	Industry and Utilities	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 5, 2018, 4:35 p.m.	April 21, 2021, 8:48 a.m.
157	Land Cover	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Resolution Update Frequency	April 6, 2018, 9:50 a.m.	April 21, 2021, 8:44 a.m.
161	Digital Elevation Model	Firm	Product generation	Essential	Accuracy Availability Update Frequency	April 6, 2018, 11:01 a.m.	May 4, 2021, 9:19 a.m.