Creation

The EPN is a permanent GPS network created by the IAG Subcommission for Europe (EUREF). Its primary objective is the creation and maintenance of the European Terrestrial Reference System.

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Management

The EUREF Technical Working Group (TWG) is responsible for the general management of the EPN. The EPN Coordination Group and the EPN Central Bureau implement the operational policies of the EUREF TWG.

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Structure

The EPN consists of a well-determined structure including GPS tracking stations, operational centres, local and regional data centres, local analysis centres, a combination centre and a central bureau.

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Relation to IGS

The EPN is the European densification of the network operated by the International GPS Service (IGS). As such, the EPN uses the same standards and exchange formats as the IGS.

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Projects

Special Projects are set up by the EPN Coordination Group in order to introduce new applications into the EUREF Permanent Network or study special aspects of the permanent network.

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Guidelines

The different EPN components (such as the tracking stations, data centres and analysis centres) follow specific guidelines. Candidate EPN stations can also find the necessary instructions for becoming an EPN station here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about the EUREF Permanent Network.

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