Infrastructure

Harnessing the transformative power of cold chain logistics with SSI Schaefer 

As average global temperatures rise and the demand for cold-chain storage grows worldwide, SSI Schaefer, a global leader in intralogistics and automated warehouses, is sharing best practices and key considerations on how logistics and operations managers can...

Arup to enable climate resilience in informal settlements as part of Roof Over Our Heads campaign 

Announced at COP28, global sustainable development consultancy, Arup, will support informal settlement dwellers with climate resilience, adaptation and infrastructure expertise. Continuing the firm’s longstanding commitment to help the most...

Procore: The future of the construction industry in 2024 and beyond 

BIM and GIS integration have significantly influenced the face of the construction industry. From being quick to embrace technology, adapting to changing times and investing in digitalisation, supply chain control and safety technology, tasks need to be...

Eco-engineering the future of heavy equipment and infrastructure projects with data 

In this article, Shweta Saxena, CEO of MachineMax, discusses the bright, green future of infrastructure projects through the power of data engineering.  Infrastructure and utility projects are the bedrock of a functioning society yet could also be...

The crucial role of security and connectivity in Smart Cities 

Rebatho Madiba, Managing Executive Business Development of Digital Platform Solutions at BCX, discusses the intricate realm of Smart City development. In this exploration, they underscore the indispensable role played by security and connectivity, serving...

European cities’ critical infrastructure lags behind global competitors 

Tokio Marine Group and the Economist Impact has launched a major new study into the most prominent risks faced by global cities.   The Resilient Cities Index 2023, delves into 25 global cities’ ability to evade, withstand and recover from a s...

Multimodal transport: Using new technologies to prioritise customer experience   

As the adoption of EVs, net zero initiatives and smart cities rises in numbers, we hear from Edoardo Bevilacqua, Area Manager of Mobility and Energy at Mia-Platform, about the future of multimodal transport and transportation networks.   We live in a world i...

The human capital challenge for the development of Smart Cities in Latin America 

In this article, Daniel Yankelevich, Co-founder of Practia, a company bridging the gap between businesses and technology, discusses human capital’s impact on Smart City progression in the Latin America region.  What image comes to mind when you think of La...

The drone industry can power new revenue streams and decarbonise key sectors 

The global drone market is experiencing explosive growth driven by technological advances and rising commercial demand. It’s projected that by 2030, the worldwide shipments of commercial drones will reach 9.6 million, with the UK alone expected to deploy as m...

The ASICs at the heart of Smart City sensor technology

Cities account for more than 70% of greenhouse gas emissions despite making up only around 3% of the world’s landmass. In response, urban planners and developers are increasingly turning to technology to make our cities smarter and more sustainable. In this a...

How are Smart Transportation and traffic management solutions shaping urban mobility? 

With high focus and funding on urban projects, net zero goals and growing social pressure for accessibility, urban landscapes are rapidly changing across the world. The adoption of Smart Transportation and traffic management solutions is helping with this...

Could Smart Streetlighting provide a way to overcome public infrastructure challenges? 

As IoT adoption rises, we hear from Phil Beecher, CEO and President of Wi-SUN Alliance, about the current use of Smart Streetlights and how they can benefit residents and communities.  The UN has revealed that by 2050 more than two-thirds of the global ...