Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel
22 October | Main Conference, Exhibitions, Meetings
Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel
22 October | Main Conference, Exhibitions, Meetings
DUBOX, AN AMANA COMPANY
The Amaala Staff Village Zone-5 Residential Asset, located 32km from Al-Wajh Airport within the larger AMAALA development, encompasses 27 residential buildings. The project features a modular off-site prefabricated approach, encompassing design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning. Key works included enabling works, concrete sub-structure, DuBOX superstructure, DuPOD washrooms, MEP systems, interior finishing, facade, and coordination across all stages.
BIM and GIS deliverables were integral to the project, with outputs including RVT, NWC, NWD, IFC models, 4D/5D planning, COBie asset data, and DWG/PDF drawings.
The project faced several challenges, such as stringent deadlines, high client expectations, and the complexity of integrating prefabricated elements. Despite these obstacles, major milestones were achieved ahead of schedule, including a 60-day early completion for the first phase and a fast-paced assembly of 175 modular units per month.
Innovative use of BIM played a critical role in overcoming challenges, including 4D/5D integration for time and cost management, open BIM for seamless coordination, and the use of digital twins for facility management. Industry 4.0 technologies like robotics and IoT-enabled factory controls enhanced precision and efficiency, while BIM-driven workflows supported sustainability goals by reducing waste and energy consumption. The project exemplifies cutting-edge technology in modern construction practices.
SPORTS BOULEVARD FOUNDATION
The Sports Boulevard project extends for more than 135km in Saudi Arabia, on Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road, connecting Wadi Hanifah in the West with Wadi Al Sulai in the East through a grid of safe green pathways for pedestrians, cyclists, and athletes.
The Sports Boulevard is one of Riyadh’s mega projects launched by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz. It is chaired by HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. The project is committed to improving the quality of life for the city’s residents and visitors by offering them integrated infrastructure and pedestrian pathways, cycling pathways, horse-riding trails, and more.
Sports Boulevard Foundation invited interested parties to submit bids for a three-year contract for implementing an integrated digital solution for the SBF Delivery Sector. Bidders submitted their proposals considering design, implementation, consultation, integration, training, support, BI and analytics, for an AI-ready solution.
These objectives were met and exceeded as demonstrated by the measurable and reported performance improvements across the main functional areas of HSE, Project Delivery, Project Controls, BIM and GIS, across a two-year-period (2023-2024).
BEC ARABIA
At BEC Arabia, we take pride in our proven expertise in modular and offsite construction, which has become a cornerstone of our ability to deliver efficient, high-quality, and sustainable projects.
In the Sindalah Island project, we leveraged offsite construction methods to boost efficiency, reduce on-site labour, and minimise delays. Prefabricated components like steel structures and cladding facilitated rapid installation, while offsite joinery production ensured precision and sustainability.
Just-in-time logistics minimised site congestion and storage needs. Sustainability was prioritised through waste reduction and improved resource use, with controlled environments enhancing quality control and reducing errors.
Despite challenges such as transportation constraints and minor on-site adjustments, mitigation strategies ensured smooth execution. Overall, offsite construction methods led to faster completion, improved quality, and maintained cost and sustainability control, resulting in a successful delivery.
EMAAR THE ECONOMIC CITY (KAEC)
King Abdullah Economic City’s (KAEC) City Operations are transforming urban safety and well-being by embedding safety, risk management, and environmental sustainability into its Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system. Through a fully integrated, data-driven framework, KAEC leverages the EAM system, real-time mobility solutions, and AI-driven analytics to create a proactive, predictive safety ecosystem.
The Nerve Center seamlessly connects all operations, integrating asset life cycle management with Safety Operations, permits, Environmental Aspect Impact, Near Miss & Incident Reporting, emergency dispatch, map-based tracking, and Safety Training, ensuring safety, compliance, and well-being are embedded into every operational workflow.
By incorporating safety into the EAM system, KAEC facilitates real-time risk assessments, hazard controls, and predictive maintenance for life safety systems across infrastructure and verticals. Permits prevent hazardous overlaps, and Near Miss & Incident Reporting streamline investigations, driving continuous safety improvements.
This comprehensive safety framework aligns with ISO 4500, ISO 55001, ISO 14001, and ISO 37120, ensuring compliance with global best practices while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This approach enhances urban well-being and environmental stewardship, leaving a lasting legacy for other global urban environments to follow and positioning itself as the hub for the King Salman Automotive Cluster and a key destination for the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
SAUDI DIYAR CONSULTANTS
The Qurain Mosque in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, is designed to be a landmark of sustainable religious architecture, integrating LEED New Construction and Mostadam certification to ensure environmental responsibility, social inclusivity, and governance excellence.
Diriyah’s rich cultural and historical significance is reflected in the mosque’s design, which harmonises traditional Islamic architecture with modern sustainability standards.
By deploying Environmental, Social, and Governance strategies, the project contributes to Saudi Vision 2030 objectives for sustainable urban development, setting an eco-friendly religious space in the region.
Egis is at the vanguard of sustainability, aligning its strategic vision with the Paris Agreement and pioneering transformative ESG initiatives. With 40% of its turnover directly supporting sustainable transitions and a Sustainability-Linked Financial Framework, Egis has institutionalised its environmental, social, and governance commitments.
As a signatory to the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the UAE Climate Responsible Companies Pledge, and the Race to Zero campaign, the organisation actively advances decarbonisation.
The firm’s specialised sustainability team has grown sixfold, reinforcing its expertise in integrating sustainable engineering solutions. Egis’ eco-designed projects and low-carbon innovations, including the region’s first timber structure commercial building and the first LEED Zero Energy project in Saudi Arabia, set new industry benchmarks.
Beyond infrastructure, Egis fosters a sustainable corporate culture through employee training, structured ESG governance, and strategic partnerships, such as its collaboration with the Emirates Green Building Council. With 99.4% of turnover assessed for carbon impact, Egis demonstrates unparalleled transparency and accountability.
Its multi-faceted ESG approach extends to biodiversity conservation, gender equality, and digital transformation, ensuring that sustainability permeates every facet of its operations. Through rigorous planning and execution, Egis remains a lodestar of sustainability in the built environment.
DuPod’s approach to BIM is built on precision, efficiency, and digital innovation, transforming construction through advanced modelling, automation, and collaboration. Recognising the limitations of traditional 2D design—such as inefficiencies, frequent errors, and slow iteration cycles—DuPod adopted BIM to streamline workflows, reduce rework, and enhance design accuracy.
A key differentiator is DuPod’s structured implementation of Level of Development (LOD), ensuring that models evolve from conceptual to fabrication-ready details (LOD 400). By integrating rich Level of Information (LOI), DuPod enhances data-driven decision-making for material optimisation, cost estimation, and lifecycle management.
Collaboration is at the core of DuPod’s BIM strategy. A cloud-based Common Data Environment (CDE) synchronises project data, enabling seamless coordination between architects, engineers, and manufacturers. AI-powered generative design, digital twins, and Industry 4.0 automation further optimise project outcomes, reducing costs and timelines while improving sustainability.
The results are measurable—clash detection has reduced on-site conflicts by 85%, design efficiency has improved by 30%, and sustainability initiatives have cut carbon emissions by 25%. DuPod’s BIM-driven processes ensure that the stated aims of BIM—efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability—are not only met but consistently exceeded.
AtkinsRéalis stands at the forefront of digital innovation in construction, revolutionising how we approach design and project delivery. Our seamlessly integrated technology stack enables global teams to collaborate effectively across boundaries, while our data-driven approach powers informed decision-making through advanced analytics and visualisation tools.
At the core of our digital excellence is the Advanced Analytics Control Centre (AACC), our proprietary data orchestration platform that integrates data across all vendors and sources. This solution maximises productivity and leverages data across stakeholders, incorporating ML and AI engines for predictive insights.
Our commitment to innovation extends to standardisation and automation, with robust component libraries enabling seamless design reuse. We've embraced cutting-edge technologies like VR/AR for enhanced client engagement, while our ISO 19650-compliant Global Design Framework ensures consistent excellence across projects.
The impact of our digital transformation is evident in our achievements, including significant automation savings and widespread industry recognition. Our MIDP tool's adoption by a major global client over their internal solution demonstrates our technological leadership. Through continuous improvement and knowledge sharing, we're not just adapting to the digital future – we're actively shaping it.
Egis is an international player active in the consulting, construction engineering, and mobility service sectors. With operations in 100 countries, Egis places the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the disposal of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovation accessible to all projects.
Through its wide-ranging fields of activity, Egis is a central player in the collective organization of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world. Egis offers a wide range of solutions that include consultancy and advisory services, design and engineering, program and project management, training and certification, infrastructure management, mobility and urban services, road user services, sustainability, digital transformation, smart mobility, and cybersecurity.
Over the past year, Egis Group has achieved remarkable success both globally and regionally, with 2024 serving as a monumental milestone in the company’s history. With a financial record-breaking year, the company achieved outstanding results, including a 13% increase in the engineering order intake, an engineering order book worth 2.2 billion euros, and a turnover of 1.9 billion euros, including 13% organic growth. In addition, the company’s EBITDA of 221 million euros and net profit of 44.1 million euros solidify Egis’ commitment to financial success.
Digital transformation is more than a trend - it's a cornerstone of future-ready construction. Taj Dhabi has embarked on this transformative journey with a well-defined roadmap aimed at three core objectives:
This transformation is powered by two synergistic roadmaps:
Taj Dhabi is redefining industry standards by harnessing digital innovation to optimise performance, mitigate risks, and drive sustainable growth on a global scale.
Rua Al Madinah Holding (RUA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), undertakes holistic development projects to enrich the experiences of residents and visitors in Madinah and strengthen its position as an Islamic and cultural destination.
Considering the scale, complexity, and ambition of RUA, digital transformation is essential to achieve its objectives, overcome challenges, and enhance efficiency, visibility, and coordination across development sectors.
Manual processes and governance inefficiencies previously led to delays, miscommunication, and limited oversight, impacting decision-making and project execution. To address this, RUA launched a digital transformation strategy led by the Digital Development Department, aiming to improve efficiency, enhance governance, and optimise project delivery.
RUA engaged over 90 vendors and conducted 300+ workshops, training sessions, proof-of-concept exercises to develop an integrated digital ecosystem. Project timelines improved, risks reduced, decision-making accelerated with real-time insights. Automated workflows reduced manual processes, increased transparency, and strengthened collaboration, benefiting stakeholders (internal/external) across sectors.
RUA partnered with technology providers to align with product strategies and roadmaps, ensuring trust, accountability, digital adoption. The cutting-edge digital solutions have been deployed across sectors, with advanced initiatives in progress.
The roadmap is continuously refined, driving innovation, enhancing technologies, vendors, capabilities. These efforts position RUA as a leader in Saudi Arabia and the region’s AEC digital transformation landscape, delivering benefits in efficiency, governance and collaboration.
Nesma & Partners' business transformation roadmap is built upon a strategic roadmap anchored in a balanced scorecard, which aligns key business metrics to achieve three primary objectives:
The Business Transformation strategy is implemented through two distinct roadmaps.
The Digital Transformation Roadmap: streamlined over 100 cross-functional company workflows, covering the entirety of the revenue activities, over 75% of its cost base activities, in addition to the critical risk management, governance, and sustainability related processes. Intelligent robots have replaced manual data validation and entry tasks, minimising errors, increasing efficiency, and generating insightful dashboards enabling employees to focus on analysis and decision making.
The VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) Roadmap: has integrated VDC principles into estimation, engineering, and project controls processes, proactively detecting and preventing issues - saving time and costs.
By implementing these roadmaps collaboratively, Nesma & Partners has achieved significant, quantifiable improvements across all key performance indicators at both the individual workflow level and the overall company level. These improvements have been independently validated through a joint effort between the Business Transformation department and process owners.
Khatib & Alami (K&A) has revolutionised digital transformation within the AEC industry, placing technology at the core of its strategy. Over the past 24 months, K&A has integrated cutting-edge solutions such as BIM, GIS, AI, ML, and IoT to enhance design accuracy, operational efficiency, and project outcomes.
Through our Digital Services Division and BIM Unit, we have unified expertise across domains, integrating technology into architecture and engineering. This has driven the creation of Digital Twins, improving efficiency and reducing costs across projects.
Our Digital Delivery Platform, built on City Information Modelling and BIM frameworks, fosters seamless collaboration, streamlining data integration, submissions, and project communication. Additionally, our customised applications, project management dashboards and automated design systems, enhance productivity and innovation.
To ensure operational excellence, K&A integrated SAP’s ERP and CRM within the "One K&A" framework, reinforcing standardised processes and data-driven decision-making. Our Pricing and Resource Planning Tool automates workforce management, optimising efficiency across projects. Furthermore, we have cultivated a Learning Organisation through a BIM Management Portal for centralised training and knowledge sharing.
With reductions in material waste, energy consumption, and design errors, our digital transformation delivers tangible benefits, driving sustainability and client satisfaction.
Osool Integrated Real Estate, a premier Saudi Asset & Property Management firm, has embarked on a groundbreaking digital transformation to revolutionise its extensive real estate portfolio's management, development, and operations.
As the real estate arm of GOSI’s managing its diversified properties (over 1,700 buildings totalling 4 million square meters of leasable area), Osool launched an ambitious initiative in 2024 to digitise decades-old assets using technologies like Building Information Modelling (BIM), Digital Twins, and AI-driven facility management platforms.
This initiative addresses a critical industry challenge – bringing older, poorly documented assets into the digital era – by leveraging laser scanning, 360° photography, and archival records to create comprehensive BIM models enriched with operational data. Integration with IBM Maximo (enterprise asset management system) ensures seamless facility management workflows, enabling data-driven decision-making and proactive maintenance.
Notably, the Granada Mall extension – adding 36,000+ m² to reach a total of - 124,000 m² Gross Leasable Area, making it one of Riyadh’s largest malls – was a flagship asset digitised without disrupting ongoing operations. By partnering with Saudi technology platforms WhiteHelmet and Autodesk (via local partner Kemet), Osool achieved high-fidelity digital twins that enhance data accuracy, operational excellence, and tenant experience.
MYCRANE is the first global platform for online crane rental, saving users time and money every day by simplifying the crane rental procurement process.
Customers can simply and quickly request a crawler, mobile or tower crane without having to rely on manual processes, such as calling crane rental companies or making multiple offline requests.
After submitting details of their lifting requirements, clients will receive personalised quotes from a range of registered equipment owners. Drawing on the management team’s experience in the industry, MYCRANE has been carefully designed to ensure ease of use, and that the quotes generated are directly comparable.
Registration is free for both users and crane rental companies. The platform serves a diverse range of industry sectors including renewable energy, petrochemical, construction and civil engineering. Technical development, sales and marketing are all performed in-house.
Our platform is changing the way our users do business, as referenced by our many letters of customer satisfaction, and delivering the benefits of digitisation to the cranes and construction industry.
In addition to the rental platform, MYCRANE operates an online Marketplace to facilitate the international sale and purchase of lifting equipment.
SAUDI ENTERTAINMENT VENTURES
Ahmad Nabeel has demonstrated exceptional leadership in digital construction and BIM innovation within SEVEN. As a key player in Saudi Arabia’s entertainment infrastructure development, Ahmad has successfully integrated digital solutions into complex megaprojects, optimising workflows, enhancing collaboration, and driving efficiency.
Over the past two years, Ahmad has led the enforcement of BIM strategies across multiple projects, implemented Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) for seamless stakeholder collaboration, and ensured the integration of 4D and 5D workflows for effective project planning and cost control. His ability to unify teams and drive digital transformation has significantly reduced project delays and improved coordination among contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
RUA AL MADINAH HOLDING
Siraj Maeen leads the PMIS department at Rua Al Madinah Holding (RUA), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). He undertakes holistic development projects to enrich the experience of residents and visitors in Madinah.
Siraj has been an integral part of the department since its inception, leveraging over 13 years of experience and expertise across the GCC, Europe, and Asia. Upon joining RUA, he conducted an in-house digital assessment and collaborated with the development sector to re-engineer processes, establish the Work Breakdown Structure, implement a document numbering system, laying the foundation for digital transformation.
His leadership has been instrumental in developing a digital development strategy (PMIS, BIM, GIS, Timelapse & Analytics), driving PMIS implementation, and leading historical big-data migration to enhance efficiency, governance, and project delivery. He has streamlined process automation, governance, and digital workflows, ensuring seamless collaboration and data-driven execution.
Additionally, he has supported BIM integration, CDE structuring, and aligning digital workflows with project execution.
RED SEA GLOBAL
Abuzar Shaikh, BIM Manager at Red Sea Global (RSG), brings a strong foundation in Civil Engineering and Construction Management to his role. With extensive experience in project information management, he has successfully implemented digital delivery systems, BIM processes, and information management platforms across RSG's ambitious tourism developments.
As a skilled leader and a team player, Abuzar possesses in-depth knowledge of information standards and technology platforms. He has effectively guided RSG's project teams in enhancing their digital engineering capabilities.
A key achievement is the successful BIM implementation for Shura Island, adhering to ISO 19650 standards and resulting in BSI Kitemark certification. Abuzar has championed the development of BIM skills and demonstrated the significant business value of BIM throughout the project lifecycle, from inception to handover.
SAUDI BINLADIN GROUP - CONTRACTING
Youssry has more than 28 years’ experience in engineering and construction in building structures, and significant experience in BIM, from pre-tendering through to the handover stage.
I have been involved in a wide range of construction projects, including large-scale high-rise and mega projects, such as the Holy Mosque Extension, King Abdul-Aziz Airport (30 MPPA), and King Fahd Sport City. I undertake BIM for projects coordination and cost control on numerous buildings for prominent clients, including Saudi Binladin Group and Zuhair Fayez Partnership.
In addition, I thrive in challenging the norm, with the aim to improve projects and increase value while optimising BIM work processes, high-end BIM solutions including AR/VR, laser scanning, and drone mapping, injecting new technologies together with stakeholders tom ensure rapid construction and efficient building.
I have recently been contributing through BIM technology to the King Abdullah Mataf Extension project with LOD 400 and SEVEN P3 with LOD 500.
I also engaged with the prestigious Kingdom Tower Jeddah project at the bidding stage and in construction. In addition, I was extensively engaged with mega landmarks in the GCC, including the SABIC Headquarters, Ministry of Interior Regional Emirates' Palaces, and High Tech Park with excellent performance and implementation of BIM.
EMAAR THE ECONOMIC CITY (KAEC)
Junaid Abdussalam is a distinguished sustainability professional, Environment and Energy Lead Auditor, Certified Professional in Lifecycle Assessment of the Built Environment, and Certified Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Analyst. With over 15 years of expertise in the built environment, asset lifecycle management, and environmental sustainability, he is a recognised thought leader in driving climate resilience, energy efficiency, and circular economy principles within urban infrastructure and operations.
Leveraging his GHG expertise, Junaid has played a pivotal role in integrating carbon accounting, emissions reduction strategies, and sustainability reporting frameworks into asset and infrastructure management. As a key architect of the Sustainability Excellence Framework, he has aligned operations with ISO 37120 for data transparency, the GHG Protocol for carbon reduction, and Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards, embedding lifecycle thinking and environmental accountability across urban infrastructure.
With his auditing and lifecycle assessment proficiency, Junaid provides a strong foundation for GHG quantification, energy optimisation, and sustainable resource utilisation. Through data-driven, ESG-compliant methodologies, he has enabled organisations to enhance asset performance, mitigate climate impacts, and drive resource efficiency.
Junaid’s commitment to environmental governance, social responsibility, and operational excellence is transforming urban and built environment operations into efficient, low-carbon, and resilient ecosystems, ensuring lasting benefits for communities, businesses, and infrastructure sustainability.
NEOM
Ismail Azam is a leader in AI-driven construction technology, driving automation and data intelligence across NEOM’s giga-projects. As the Acting Director of Construction Technology and Applications, he oversees all NEOM-wide PMIS systems, including Aconex, Primavera P6, Unifier, and GIS platforms, while leading the development of Adassa, NEOM’s largest AI-powered platform for progress tracking, geospatial intelligence, and automated decision-making.
Under his leadership, Adassa has introduced AI-driven construction progress tracking, generative AI decision support, and computer vision models for earthworks, schedule and commercial management, and municipality operations. He's also helped NEOM become a centre of excellence for drone scanning, 2D/3D/4D modelling, and satellite-based analytics.
Ismail has replaced manual, time-intensive workflows, generating over nine figures in annual savings and enabling real-time construction monitoring across 70+ locations.
Before NEOM, Ismail held pivotal product management leadership roles at Microsoft and New Relic, led a Stanford-backed startup, and taught credited courses at UC Berkeley. He holds a bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley and a Master’s in Data Science from Harvard University.
His expertise in AI, geospatial intelligence, and product innovation is redefining how automation, data, and construction technology converge to build smarter, more efficient, and scalable infrastructure solutions for NEOM and the global built environment.
Red Sea Global is recognised as Developer of the Year for setting a global benchmark in digital delivery excellence. By pioneering the adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) at scale, the organisation has redefined how complex, multi-stakeholder projects are designed, coordinated, and delivered. Its innovative use of digital tools has streamlined collaboration, improved transparency, and enhanced efficiency across the project lifecycle. As a result, Red Sea Global stands as an international exemplar in leveraging BIM to drive smarter, greener, and more efficient outcomes in construction.
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