As the pace of change accelerates across infrastructure, construction and urban systems, the focus is shifting from awareness to capability, equipping professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to deliver in increasingly complex environments.
A series of upcoming online sessions hosted by ZIGURAT Global Institute of Technology offers practical insights into how the industry is evolving across digital delivery, smart city systems, and sustainable building operations.
From BIM to Global Practice: Lessons in Digital Delivery
The XD House success story masterclass (21 April) explores how digital capability is being translated into real-world outcomes.
Led by Megan Hughes, who now drives digital strategy at XD House, the session traces the journey from postgraduate study in Global BIM Management through to delivering innovation across international projects. The discussion highlights how digital workflows are improving coordination between design and on-site delivery, a critical factor in reducing inefficiencies and improving project outcomes.
Digital Twin Frameworks for Future Cities
The Transforming Riyadh masterclass (30 April) shifts the focus to city-scale application, presenting a digital twin framework designed to address mobility, sustainability and infrastructure resilience in one of the world’s fastest-growing urban environments.
Developed through an intensive research and development programme, the session explores how digital twins can support:
• Integrated transport and traffic management
• Real-time data-driven decision-making
• Long-term planning for resilient urban systems
The framework provides a practical example of how digital twin capability is moving from concept to implementation at scale.
Repositioning HVAC in the Built Environment
The ZIGURAT HVAC Congress (29 April) highlights the growing importance of building systems in achieving sustainability and operational performance outcomes.
As buildings become more complex and decarbonisation targets tighten, HVAC systems are increasingly central to:
• Energy efficiency and emissions reduction
• Occupant health and wellbeing
• Integrated building performance
The session explores how the sector is evolving to meet these demands, with a focus on scalable, future-ready solutions.
A Sector in Transition
Together, these sessions reflect a broader shift across the built environment — from fragmented approaches to more integrated, data-driven systems.
For professionals working across infrastructure, construction and city systems, the opportunity is clear: to strengthen capability, adopt new approaches, and apply emerging technologies in ways that deliver measurable outcomes.
Explore the Sessions
• XD House Masterclass — 21 April
16:00 GMT+2 | ONLINE | Register here for the Masterclass
• HVAC Congress — 29 April
16:00 GMT+2 | ONLINE | Register here for the Masterclass
• Digital Twin Framework for Riyadh — 30 April
16:00 GMT+2 | ONLINE | Register here for the Event
All sessions are delivered online and free to attend.
More information please contact Karen Norden, Global Events Manager karen.norden@smartcitiescouncil.com
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