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--Now available - MapInfo Professional® 8.5--
-Experience a dramatic leap in desktop location intelligence technology. Version 8.5 includes:

-Connectivity to EnvinsaTM, MapMarker® and web services. Now perform batch geocoding, look up addresses, generate drivetime polygons and much more.

-Enhanced support for grid files - view them in 3D, change thematic coloring, and more.

-New output options - export to Google EarthTM, print to PDF, and more.

Learn more and watch video highlights of version 8.5!

http://www.mapinfo.com/upgrade

--Tour the NEW Customer Showcase--

View real life examples of customer applications on the newest section of the MapInfo web site. Divided into two sections - one for Desktop & Mobile and the second for Web-Deployed applications - you can see how organizations from a variety of industries are solving problems and improving decision-making by using location intelligence.


http://www.mapinfo.com/location/

--2006 MapInfo Meridian Award Winners Announced--
The first MapInfo Meridian Awards were a huge success. Thank you to all the customers who entered their applications and to those of you who voted for your favorite entries.

We were impressed by the wide variety of entries and applications from around the world. The winners were recognized at an awards ceremony at MapWorld Phoenix in May.

Check out the winning entries:
http://extranet.mapinfo.com/slp/meridian/index.html