Why “Smart” Pumps Aren’t Always Smart
Think a "variable speed" pump is a guaranteed money-saver? Think again. A recent analysis has revealed that a common engineering "shortcut" could actually be draining thousands of dollars from utility budgets every year. Junior engineers often fall for the "Pump Affinity Law"—a simple formula suggesting that if you slow a pump down by 20%, you cut its power use in half. It sounds like a no-braine...
Read MoreGrid Revolution: AI and 4D Modeling Redefine the Future of Electric Utilities
The electric utility sector is undergoing a massive digital overhaul, moving beyond "buzzwords" to implement high-tech solutions that prioritize safety, cost-efficiency, and grid resilience. A recent industry panel hosted by Bentley and Energy Central, titled Powering the Digital Utility, brought together leaders from Aquawolf, BAM Infra Netherlands, and Bentley to showcase how emerging technolog...
Read MoreBentley Systems Revitalizes West Dongba with Smart Urban Planning
In a major leap for smart city development, the Beijing Municipal Institute of City Planning & Design has successfully transformed the West Dongba district using advanced infrastructure software from Bentley Systems. The project, centered on the strategic "international exchange center" in northeast Beijing, addresses a long-standing deficit in public transportation by integrating new rail li...
Read MoreBentley Systems and Seequent Power US$100M Efficiency Gain at Anglo American
Anglo American has unlocked an estimated USD 100 million in value at its Barro Alto mine, leveraging Bentley Systems software to slash geomechanical model update times. The project also earned a profile in the Bentley Year in Infrastructure (YII) Awards, highlighting how a "connected digital ecosystem" can replace traditional, disconnected manual workflows. The success of the Barro Alto project ...
Read MoreVHB and Bentley Systems Bridge the Digital Divide with New AI Integration
Engineering firm VHB has successfully deployed an AI-powered "digital coworker," transforming how its engineers interact with complex CAD software and effectively solving the industry-wide challenge of "rate of learning." By integrating Microsoft Copilot Studio with Bentley Systems’ extensive technical documentation, VHB has created a real-time tutor that lives within Microsoft Teams, providing i...
Read MoreAI and Digital Twins Take Center Stage at World’s Largest Transportation Forum
The future of how we move is being rewritten this week at the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting. As 12,000 global leaders, policymakers, and engineers descend on the nation’s capital, the spotlight has shifted toward a powerful technological duo: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twins. At the heart of the conversation is Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering sof...
Read MoreBentley Systems Unveils AI-Powered Roadmap for the Future of Infrastructure
The ACEC Fall Conference 2025 served as a definitive turning point for the civil engineering industry, with Bentley Systems emerging as the primary catalyst for a new era of AI-driven design. One of the conference’s standout themes was the unification of above-ground design and below-ground data. By integrating Seequent’s geotechnical solutions with Bentley’s civil software, engineers no longer...
Read MoreHawaii Enlists Citizen Drivers and AI to Revolutionize Road Maintenance
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) has launched a pioneering program, "Eyes on the Road," using artificial intelligence to transform how the state identifies and repairs road hazards. By turning everyday commuters into data collectors, the state aims to stay ahead of the relentless wear and tear caused by Hawai‘i’s unique volcanic and tropical environment. In collaboration with the...
Read MoreBentley Systems Bolsters AI Capabilities with Key Infrastructure Acquisitions
Bentley Systems, a global leader in infrastructure engineering software, has announced the strategic acquisition of Talon Aerolytics and the technical assets of Pointivo. The move signals a major expansion in Bentley’s ability to modernize and maintain the world’s most critical networks through AI-driven "digital twins." As global demand for 5G deployment and power grid modernization surges, the ...
Read MoreLSU Launches America’s First Industry-Backed Digital Twin Certificate
Louisiana State University (LSU) has announced the launch of the nation’s first Digital Twin Design and Production Certificate, a landmark educational program co-developed with industry leaders, including Bentley Systems. The online initiative aims to bridge the growing skills gap in "digital twin" technology—a field that has become essential to the design, construction, and operation of global...
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