KB Panorama releases GIS WebServer SE 7.6.0 for five operating systems, including Astra Linux

KB Panorama has unveiled an update to GIS WebServer SE, version 7.6.0, extending support to five operating systems: Astra Linux, Alt SP, RED OS, Ubuntu, and Microsoft Windows. The update includes improved tools for working with spatial data and administering geoportals.

Vector tiles and data visualization

The software now offers full support for MVT (Mapbox Vector Tiles). Project layers can be published either by specifying a style address (Style URL) or a layer address directly. Vector tiles support legend display based on Style JSON, let users select objects directly on the map, and view their attributes. Rendering takes screen density into account, ensuring correct data visualization across devices with different display characteristics.

GeoJSON data now renders with improved visualization: default styles are determined based on the object's geometry type.

Administration and access management

The administration module has gained flexible configuration options for the Attribute Table component. External data sources are now defined at the application level and can be connected to individual projects. Tables now include an option for managing editing permissions.

The catalog sections — Services, Layers, Folders, and Databases — have been merged into a single category called "Data Sources," simplifying the management of spatial information. A search function for layers and catalog components has also been added to help handle large volumes of data.

The geoportal's role-based model has been significantly expanded. For each user group, administrators can now define accessible layers, folders, and map tools independently of project-level restrictions. This strengthens security in corporate systems and reduces data duplication across projects.

Map and data interface

In the "Map Composition" panel, users can now toggle all legend elements for a layer on or off simultaneously. In the "Spatial Database" module, the "Only Filled Fields" mode now saves its state separately for each table, including subordinate tables. The set of displayed columns is automatically generated based on the selected mode.

Technology and application

GIS WebServer SE is built on the GIS WebToolKit SE framework, which is compatible with JavaScript and TypeScript, giving developers flexibility when integrating it into existing systems.

The software package is designed for building closed corporate systems that protect classified or commercially sensitive data. A notable example of its deployment is the Regional GIS of the Ryazan Region (RGIS RO) — a multifunctional geoportal that provides access to reliable data on various categories of objects. RGIS RO is available to government authorities, citizens, organizations, potential investors, and private companies, supporting decision-making on the region's socioeconomic development.