Carl Ritter von Ghega – 2018 Surveyor of the Year

Carl Ritter von Ghega, an Austrian engineer of Albanian descent born in Venice, was honored as the 2018 Surveyor of the Year for his groundbreaking contributions to geodesy and engineering. His most notable achievement, the Semmering Railway—a project deemed impossible at the time—was later recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1998. This paper examines von Ghega's professional trajectory, educational background, and significant works, including the Borovnica Viaduct in Slovenia. Through historical analysis and technical documentation, it highlights his enduring impact on the engineering profession, cementing his legacy as a pioneer in railway and structural innovation.

Paar, R. (2019). Carl Ritter von Ghega – geodet godine 2018. Kartografija I Geoinformacije, 18(32), 64–78. https://doi.org/10.32909/kg.18.32.5