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Noida’s Upcoming Jewel: Jewar Airport Sets Sights on Becoming India’s Green Beacon
How 3D Digital Models Enable Sustainable Water Management for India’s First Net-zero Airport In Uttar Pradesh, an ambitious endeavor is taking shape that aims to redefine the future of air travel in India. The Noida International Airport, more popularly known as Jewar Airport, is on track to set a new benchmark as the nation’s largest […]
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The Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS, A Symbol of Progress and Connectivity
The ambitious Johor Bahru–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is paving the way for a new era of transportation between Malaysia and Singapore. Set to redefine cross-border travel; this cutting-edge railway shuttle link is a testament to innovative engineering and a shared vision for seamless mobility. Initiated in 2019, the RTS Link is a marvel […]
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Revolutionizing Transportation: The Shift to Sustainable Infrastructure
Embracing Digital Innovation for Efficient and Risk-Free Construction The transportation industry is increasingly focused on promoting sustainability through infrastructure projects. In order to achieve this, industry leaders are embracing digital workflow. Bentley’s rail construction planning solution empowers projects to transition from traditional PDFs to 3D and 4D model-based workflows, seamlessly integrating design and construction and […]
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Hong Kong International Airport Surpasses Changi to Become Asia’s Leading Hub in 2024
Hong Kong International Airport has overtaken Singapore’s Changi Airport to claim the prestigious title of “Asia’s Leading Airport” at the 2024 World Tourism Awards, according to Seasia on 9 September 2024. This marks a significant milestone, as Changi Airport had held this top position for several consecutive years before the pandemic. The win highlights Hong […]
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Bentley Systems Acquires 3D Geospatial Company Cesium
EXTON, PA — September 6, 2024 — Bentley Systems, Incorporated (Nasdaq: BSY), the infrastructure engineering software company, today announced it has acquired 3D geospatial company Cesium. Cesium is recognized as the foundational open platform for creating powerful 3D geospatial applications, and its 3D Tiles open standard has been widely adopted by leading enterprises, governments, and tens of thousands of application developers globally. Cesium […]
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The 5 Coolest Things in Infrastructure This Week
The northern hemisphere slogged through its hottest summer in 2,000 years last year, and 2024 could be even warmer. This week, we look at how digital twins are helping communities adjust to rising temperatures, fight wildfires, forecast and prevent flooding, and manage water resources. But summer’s also for swimming, and digital twins can help competitive swimmers improve […]
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Engineering Wonders of the World: Highest Railway Bridge on Earth Nears Completion in India
This article is the first in our new Engineering Wonders of The World series. The world’s highest railway bridge is in a rugged, mountainous area of northern India – and it is a sight to behold. Hovering 1,170 feet above the Chenab River in the Kashmir Valley of the Himalayas, the steel, arch-supported bridge is […]
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Korean Incheon Airport Corporation Expands Global Footprint with USD 13bn Project in Vietnam
In a significant move to expand its global presence, Incheon International Airport Corporation has been selected as the preferred contractor for consulting services on the operation of Vietnam’s new Long Thanh International Airport. The project, which marks a major milestone in Southeast Asia, is set to reduce congestion at the overburdened Tan Son Nhat International […]
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Malaysia’s High-Speed Rail Project Gains Momentum Amid Hopes for China Extension
Malaysia’s long-anticipated High-Speed Rail (HSR) project, linking Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, is gaining traction with the potential to extend the line to China, which could significantly enhance its economic viability. The project, which is estimated to cost between USD 15.7 billion and USD 18 billion, represents a significant reduction from the original USD 24.7 billion […]
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Sembcorp Targets Low-Carbon Leadership with Bold Industrial Park Expansion Across Asia Eyeing Vietnam & Indonesia First
Sembcorp Industries (Sembcorp) is set to lead the development of low-carbon industrial parks in Asia, with a strategic plan to expand its land bank to 18,000 hectares by 2028 and boost its industrial property portfolio from 100,000 square metres to 1.5 million square metres. With Vietnam and Indonesia presenting robust growth opportunities due to strong […]
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