Digital Twin Tech Powers US$114 Million Urban Revitalization in Manaus

A massive urban transformation is underway in the heart of the Amazon, as ADAX Consultants leverages cutting-edge "digital twin" technology to revitalize high-risk neighborhoods. The Social and Environmental Program for Manaus and the Interior aims to relocate thousands of families and provide modern infrastructure to over 60,000 residents. The project, which carries an estimated cost of US$114...

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Digital Twins: Bentley-Based Solutions Drive Infrastructure Efficiency

Digital twins are revolutionizing infrastructure projects, enhancing efficiency, cutting risk, and optimizing asset performance across design, construction, and operations. Leveraging data from 3D models and IoT sensors, these digital replicas offer new levels of situational awareness for current conditions and future planning. According to a report by Bentley, a leading digital software provid...

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LSU Pioneers Digital Twin Education with Bentley Systems Partnership

Louisiana State University (LSU) is establishing itself as a national leader in digital engineering by launching America's first Digital Twins Certificate Program, a move that directly addresses the rising demand for sophisticated, data-driven infrastructure management skills. The initiative, highlighted in the latest Bentley Horizons podcast, emphasizes the critical role of digital twins in pr...

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Digital Reality Check: How 3D Geospatial Tech is Minimizing Costly Mistakes in Global Construction

In the high-stakes world of construction, where a single wrong decision can cost millions, infrastructure developers are increasingly turning to 3D geospatial technology to test and visualize their choices before breaking ground. Bentley Systems, the infrastructure engineering software giant, is spearheading this shift by integrating the advanced capabilities of its recent acquisition, Cesium, int...

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Bentley’s Digital Twins Cuts NYC Floodgate Design Time from Days to Minutes

New York City is deploying cutting-edge technology to accelerate its multi-billion-dollar coastal resiliency strategy. The project is leveraging Bentley Systems’ digital twin technology to dramatically cut design time and stress-test new defenses. Engineer Roni Deitz, Global Director of Climate Adaptation at Arcadis, is leading the charge on projects spurred by the devastating impact of Superst...

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Exclusive Interview: The ‘Mindset’ for a Livable and Sustainable City

From natural disasters and crippling traffic congestion to pervasive environmental pollution, cities worldwide face a mounting list of existential threats. Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh, is no exception, grappling acutely with the challenges of frequent flooding and gridlock. But what is the path forward? Can digital tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) offer a real solution to transform our...

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Bentley Systems Announces Winners of the 2025 Going Digital Awards

The company also recognizes key projects with Founders’ Honors, the Bentley-Envision winner for infrastructure sustainability, and the 2025 Bentley Educator of the Year Bentley Systems has announced the winners of its 2025 Going Digital Awards, recognizing infrastructure professionals for their innovative use of Bentley software to improve design, construction, and operations. The awards...

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Beyond the Textbook: 3D Tech Turns History into a Livable, Explorable World

A revolution in historical preservation is unfolding at the University of Tokyo, where Professor Hidenori Watanabe is using advanced 3D geospatial technology to transform history from a static textbook narrative into a live, explorable world. For two decades, Prof. Watanave has been creating interactive, map-based archives that allow users to virtually step into pivotal historical moments, incl...

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Bentley Systems Awards $1 Million to 3D Tech Startups for Infrastructure Innovation

Bentley Systems has announced the recipients of its 2025 iTwin Activate accelerator program, awarding a total of up to $1 million to four early-stage startups that are leveraging 3D technology to revolutionize infrastructure design and maintenance. Each of the four selected companies will receive up to $250,000 in funding, as well as extensive technical and market support from Bentley product l...

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OpenPaths Case Study: DTA Revolutionizes Traffic Planning, Saves Millions

OpenPath by Bentley Systems is helping the Canadian government save millions of dollars on traffic management through the innovative Dynamic Traffic Assignment (DTA) Model, according to Bentley’s case study recently published. The Regional Municipality of York is setting a new national standard for transportation planning and operations with its innovative Dynamic Traffic Assignment (DTA) Model...

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