Verdantix calls for employers to take steps to protect staff from physical climate risks

Verdantix has warned that climate change means that people are at greater risk of “occupational heat exposure, and employers need to develop...

Technology

“The convergence of digital twins and the Metaverse brings in tools for data generation and behavior prediction”

‘Digital twins’ and ‘Metaverse’ are the buzzwords of the moment in the regional construction industry, as part of wider discussions about digitalisation....

Consultant

The built environment must respond to existing challenges to determine the future says UAP Dubai President

On 1 July, Christian Vasquez assumed the role of President of United Architects of the Philippines Dubai. During a recent sit down...

Technology

Big Project Middle East to host ME Digital Construction Awards on 25 October

Big Project Middle East (BPME) has announced the ME Digital Construction Awards (ME DCA). The new award event will complement the Digital...

Experts

The potential for artificial intelligence in construction

The mass urbanisation of the globe has lent itself to massive growth for the construction industry, which is the world’s largest ecosystem...

Construction

Gradiant acquires WaterPark Environment Corp

Global solutions provider and developer for cleantech water, Gradiant, has acquired WaterPark Environment Corp (WaterPark). The latter is a Taiwanese design and...

Infrastructure

Abu Dhabi DoE inks deal to collaborate on energy opportunities with Colombia’s Ministry of Mines and Energy

A five-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) and the Ministry of Mines...

Experts

Using digital twin technology in the metaverse to resolve complex infrastructure issues

As the metaverse rapidly expands along with the evolution of the internet, its application is reshaping the world in terms of how...

Experts

Digital transformation strengthens real estate resilience

Technology has seen significant advancements in recent years, helping companies improve their resilience, and ensuring business continuity. This was further accelerated during...