Geological Survey of Serbia

What Geological Survey of Serbia does

The Geological Survey of Serbia (Geološki zavod Srbije / Геолошки завод Србије, operating as GZS) is the official state geological survey institution of the Republic of Serbia, headquartered at Rovinjska 12, 11050 Belgrade. The organization is wholly owned by the Republic of Serbia and operates under the oversight of the Ministry of Mining and Energy and related ministries, functioning as the statutory authority for national geological data collection, mineral resource assessment, and geological hazard mapping. Its mandate covers regional geology, mineral raw materials exploration, geotechnics and hydrogeology, information systems, and international cooperation.

GZS's core technical products include the Landslide Cadastre of Serbia (a digital registry of 39,000+ landslides and unstable slopes with color-coded risk zones), the Geoportal and GEOLISS (Geological Information System of Serbia) WebGIS platforms, the Basic Geological Map of Serbia at 1:50,000 scale, the Geodiversity and Geoheritage Registry, and dedicated groundwater research and geoecology services organized across five operational sectors. The institution also runs public outreach programs such as "Geology for Children." It is integrated into the EuroGeoSurveys network, the Geological Service for Europe (GSEU), and maintains bilateral cooperation with geological surveys of Germany, China, and others.

GZS does not operate on commercial pricing models. Its revenue comes entirely from the Republic of Serbia's state budget through annual programs of basic geological research, supplemented by public procurement contracts (javne nabavke) with government ministries, agencies, and local government units. Services and data are delivered to government ministries (Mining and Energy, Construction, Environmental Protection), the Sector for Emergency Situations, local government units, the Republic Geodetic Authority, the Hydrometeorological Service, and academic partners such as the Mining and Geology Faculty Belgrade. International cooperation is channeled through EuroGeoSurveys assemblies, GSEU projects (including WP4 groundwater), UNECE workshops, and bilateral agreements.

Name

Geological Survey of Serbia

Legal name

Geološki zavod Srbije (Геолошки завод Србије)

Website

https://gzs.gov.rs

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Geological Survey of Serbia (GZS) is Serbia's official state geological survey, delivering geological mapping, mineral resource assessment, landslide cadastre (39,000+ sites), and groundwater research exclusively to government ministries, agencies, and local authorities under state budget funding.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Geological Survey Services

NAICS

Geophysical Surveying and Mapping Services (54136), Support Activities for Mining (213)

SIC

Metal Mining (1000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAKAKAA

Mineral Exploration & Geoscience Services (Geology, Geophysics, Geochemistry, Resource Modeling)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Metals & Mining/Mining Services & Contracting (Exploration, Drilling, Blasting, Mine Operations)

SECONDARYEUAHAFAE

Geotechnical Site Investigation & Engineering Geology (Borings, Lab Testing)

Energy, Utilities & Environment/Environmental Compliance, Monitoring & Consulting/Site Assessment & Hydrogeology (Groundwater/Geotechnical)

SECONDARYIMAFAOAH

Geotechnical Instrumentation & Monitoring (Settlement, Inclinometers, Piezometers)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Construction & Civil Engineering/Geotechnical & Foundation Engineering (Piling, Ground Improvement)

SECONDARYIMAFAOAG

Geotechnical Investigation & Site Characterization (Boreholes, In-situ Testing, Lab Testing)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Construction & Civil Engineering/Geotechnical & Foundation Engineering (Piling, Ground Improvement)

Keywords

• Geological survey services
• Mineral resource assessment
• Landslide hazard mapping
• Hydrogeology research
• Geological information systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Belgrade

HQ country

Serbia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. State Budget Funding: As a government institution, primary funding comes from the Republic of Serbia state budget through annual programs of basic geological research
2. Public Procurement Contracts: Services provided through public procurement tenders (javne nabavke) to various government ministries and agencies

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The Geological Survey of Serbia (GZS) is the official state geological survey institution of the Republic of Serbia, providing geological mapping, mineral resource assessment, landslide hazard documentation, hydrogeological research, and geoecology services. It operates the national Landslide Cadastre (39,000+ registered landslides), produces the Basic Geological Map at 1:50,000 scale, and maintains the Geoliss Geological Information System and Geoportal for public and governmental access to geological data.

Product overview

The Geological Survey of Serbia (GZS) operates as a government geological institution providing specialized geological services organized across multiple operational sectors: Regional Geology, Mineral Resource Exploration, Geotechnics and Hydrogeology, Information Technology and International Cooperation, and General/Legal/Economic Affairs. The organization's core offerings include the Landslide Cadastre of Serbia (a digital hazard mapping system), the Geoportal for geospatial data access, the Basic Geological Map project at 1:50,000 scale, the Geoliss Geological Information System of Serbia, the Geodiversity and Geoheritage Registry, and specialized groundwater research and geoecology services. GZS also provides public educational outreach through its 'Geology for Children' program. The institution functions as a unified service provider rather than a commercial product company, with its offerings structured around government-mandated geological research, mapping, hazard assessment, and resource management services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Landslide Cadastre of Serbia (Катастар клизишта) A unified digital registry and map of landslides and unstable slopes across Serbia, enabling citizens and government users to search by address for risk zone assessment with color-coded risk levels.
• Geoportal (Геопортал) A web-based geospatial platform providing access to geological data, maps, and spatial information systems for Serbia's geological resources and hazards.
• Basic Geological Map of Serbia (Основна геолошка карта) Strategic project for producing geological maps at 1:50,000 scale using lithostratigraphic principles, serving as the foundation for all applied geological research and resource exploration in Serbia.
• Geological Information System of Serbia - Geoliss (Геолошки информациони систем Србије) A comprehensive geological information system for Serbia providing access to geological data, BEWARE landslide awareness tools, and integrated geological and mining WebGIS services.
• Geodiversity and Geoheritage Registry (Геодиверзитет и геонаслеђе) Projects for detection, processing, and promotion of various sites with authentic and complex geological structures as geodiversity and geoheritage across different regions of Serbia.
• Groundwater Research and Protection Services Targeted activities focused on defining prospective areas for groundwater extraction and their rational use and protection, managed by the Sector for Geotechnics and Hydrogeology.
• Geoecology Services A multidisciplinary approach presenting research results ranging from environmental protection to mineral resource exploration through the Geoecology Group within the Regional Geology Sector.
• Mineral Resource Exploration (Истраживање лежишта минералних сировина) Research and assessment of mineral raw material deposits, managed by the dedicated Sector for Mineral Resource Exploration, supporting Serbia's mining sector and critical mineral supply chains.

Quantifiable outcome

• 39,000+ landslides registered in Serbia
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered major, supporting and core.

• Germany - Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and EnergymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 April 2026Delegation from Germany participated in joint workshop on geology and mining cooperation at GZS. Topics include regulatory framework for geological research, mineral resource management, mining sector development, and exchange of modern standards and technologies.
• Saxon Ministry for Economy, Labor and Climate ActionmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 April 2026Participated in bilateral cooperation workshop with Serbian Geological Survey focusing on geology and mining sector modernization and best practices exchange.
• Saxon State Office for Environment, Agriculture and GeologymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 April 2026Technical cooperation partner in bilateral geology and mining workshop hosted by Serbian Geological Survey.
• GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit)supportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 April 2026German international cooperation organization providing organizational support for the Serbia-Germany geology and mining cooperation workshop.
• China Geological SurveymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 July 2024Bilateral cooperation started in 2013. Chinese delegation visited GZS on July 8-9, 2024 to continue cooperation and initiate new memorandum of understanding. Both institutes presented their work and discussed knowledge exchange.
• UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 July 2024GZS hosted UNFC (United Nations Framework Classification for Resources) workshop in Southeast Europe, organized with UNECE, Serbian Ministry of Mining and Energy, and European Commission DG GROW. Focus on critical mineral resource classification and sustainable decision-making.
• Službeni Glasnik (Official Gazette)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 May 2023Cooperation agreement for publishing geological publications, modern geological maps of Serbia, and popularizing geology as a science. GZS materials printed at Glasnik facilities.
• Natural History Museum (Prirodnjački muzej)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 20 February 2023Cooperation agreement signed for joint projects, document sharing, professional and technical assistance in organizing and implementing projects and events related to geological heritage.
• EuroGeoSurveys (EGS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean network of geological surveys. GZS participates in EGS assemblies (54th, 56th sessions), contributing to critical raw materials initiatives, energy transition, digital transition, and Dublin Declaration. EGS coordinates the Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) project in which GZS actively participates.
• GeoERAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean geological research collaboration focused on harmonization of geological data and methodologies. GZS participates through expert groups on water resources.
• Geological Service for Europe (GSEU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Commission initiative for geological leadership. GZS contributes through the CSA GSEU project (Appraisal, protection & sustainable use of Europe's groundwater resources - WP4), with delegates in expert groups for water resources.
• Ministry of Mining and Energy of SerbiacoreOthersPrimary government ministry overseeing geological surveys and mining sector. GZS operates under this ministry's jurisdiction and collaborates on regulatory frameworks and resource management.
• Republic Geodetic AuthoritysupportingTechnology or IntegrationGeospatial data cooperation for integrated geological and geodetic information systems.
• Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia (RHMZ)supportingTechnology or IntegrationData sharing for hydrogeological assessments and groundwater resource management.
• Mining and Geology Faculty BelgrademajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic cooperation, joint research projects, knowledge exchange, and participation in mining symposiums and conferences.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BRGM (Bureau de Recherches Géologiques et Minières): France's national geological survey, comparable as a state institution delivering geological mapping, mineral resource assessment, groundwater management, and natural hazard monitoring. BRGM's mix of public funding and commercial services is a relevant comparator for service model design.
• United States Geological Survey (USGS): U.S. national geological survey, the largest and most well-known geological survey globally. While far larger than GZS, USGS serves as a strategic benchmark for the full range of geological survey functions (mapping, hazards, minerals, water) and partnership models.
• British Geological Survey (BGS): UK's national geological survey, part of UKRI, conducting geological mapping, hazard assessment, and mineral resource evaluation. BGS serves as a benchmark for national-scale digital geological data infrastructure that GZS is building via GEOLISS.
• BGR (Bundesanstalt für Geowissenschaften und Rohstoffe): Germany's federal geological survey, providing a directly comparable model as a state geological survey with regulatory authority, mineral resource assessment, geological mapping, and international cooperation functions. GZS's recent Serbia-Germany workshop indicates close institutional alignment.

Direct peers

• Geological Survey of Finland (GTK): Finnish geological survey with strong mineral exploration focus, particularly in critical raw materials relevant to EU supply security. GTK's expertise and its participation in EGS/GSEU parallels GZS's role in European geological initiatives.
• Geological Survey of Austria (GBA): Austrian geological survey, a fellow member of EuroGeoSurveys, with a similar mandate in geological mapping, mineral resources, hydrogeology, and natural hazards. Comparable in scale and institutional design to GZS.
• Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU): Sweden's geological survey with comparable mandate in mineral resource assessment, geological mapping, and groundwater management. SGU's pioneering open geological data and mineral resource information system is directly comparable to GZS's GEOLISS and Geoportal platforms.
• Croatian Geological Survey (HGI): Croatia's national geological survey and regional peer operating in the Western Balkans. Shares comparable scope (geological mapping, mineral resources, geohazards) and similar institutional size, with overlapping jurisdiction with GZS in the Dinaride geological province.
• Geological Survey of Slovenia (GeoZS): Slovenia's national geological survey, another regional peer and EuroGeoSurveys member with comparable mandate. Highly comparable in scale, scope, and regional geological context.

Regional players

• China Geological Survey (CGS): China's national geological survey and bilateral cooperation partner of GZS since 2013. While serving a different national context, CGS is a comparable large-scale geological mapping and mineral resource institution with which GZS has active knowledge exchange.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

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