Who We Are
Founded in 2019, we are a highly qualified and experienced team of Arboricultural, IT and GIS professionals with a mission is to provide businesses, and organisations with the digital tools to streamline and successfully manage trees within urban and rural landscapes, using world-leading geospatial mapping technology.
What We Do
We provide UKRI Research and Innovation Award-winning 100% cloud-based software services for:
- Tree Mapping
- BS 5837 Tree Surveys
- Tree Management
- Carbon Sequestration Projections
- Tree Planting and Establishment Projects
- 3D Visualisation
Our Values and Vision
We provide smarter, data-driven decision-making using digital tools to support sustainable tree management, improve canopy cover, and promote long-term urban and rural greening – contributing to a healthier, more biodiverse, and climate-resilient future.
Who We Work With
We provide services to the public and private sector across the UK and Ireland and in collaboration with the Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri), we also provide GIS Education for digital, green and sustainability skills for UK Schools and Colleges.
Our Approach
Using an AGILE approach with measured internal and user acceptance testing, we focus on delivering a ‘Keep it Simple’ approach to all aspects of software services, so users can quickly and efficiently use the digital tools to meet their immediate, medium, and long-term growth goals.
Meet the Team
Darren Johnson
I joined Mapscape in 2021, having followed the concept model from its early demonstrations through to its evolving form. With over 30 years of experience in IT and business, both in the UK and across Europe, I’ve been able to help guide development and support the transition of Mapscape into a commercial product.
Working alongside David and our specialist GIS team, I act as business lead, manage development processes, and coordinate testing procedures. We follow an Agile approach to software development, enabling rapid and meaningful improvements. Client feedback plays a vital role in shaping Mapscape’s functionality.
Recent updates have included enhanced data access and control through our automated spreadsheets, now equipped with administrative functions for greater user flexibility. We’ve also introduced visual summaries using graphs and charts to support clearer analysis of Tree Survey, Planting, and Management activities.
Outside of work, I enjoy gardening and country walks. My wife and I love travelling within the UK and abroad, continually planning our next adventures. We also make time for friends, family, and regular visits to the theatre.
David Winlo
I hold a B.Sc. (Hons) in Arboriculture and Amenity Forestry from Aberdeen University and have 15 years of experience in tree contracting across the UK, Germany, and the USA.
In 2019, while serving as a full-time tree surveyor for Urban Forestry Group, I began developing a software solution designed to streamline business processes. This software development is based on my extensive experience and the specific needs of both private and public sector customers.
In 2021, I handed the concept over to a highly qualified and experienced GIS team, and together we created Mapscape using an Esri Cloud-based platform.
In 2024, Mapscape was awarded recognition from UKRI Research and Innovation, which led to further enhancement of the software. It has since expanded its reach across the UK and Ireland and includes a developing Educational platform to help Students develop digital and green skills.
Outside of work, I enjoy speeding around the ice rink on my speed skates, practising piano (Level 1) reading, watching Brian Cox and David Attenborough and also being outdoors on coastal walks.