WELCOME REMARKS

Dr. Karen Remo, Chief Executive Officer
NEW PERSPECTIVE MEDIA GROUP

Panel Discussion

GCC GIGA PROJECTS: PROMISING OUTLOOK FOR THE ARCHITECTURE, ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION (AEC) SECTORS

The architecture, engineering, and construction industry in GCC is poised for a sustained period of growth, providing new and long-term opportunities for domestic and foreign contractors, consultants and suppliers.The region is expected to plough ahead with growth plans that will support robust infrastructures. In fact, numerous mega contracts are yet to be awarded, across a wide range of sectors including energy, power, water and transport infrastructure, commercial and residential real estate, and industrial developments.

This panel discussion will take a look on the region’s pipeline of giga-projects and how Filipino engineers and architects are expected to benefit from these opportunities.

Panel Discussion #2

INDUSTRY 4.0 AND AI FOR ENGINEERS AND ARCHITECTS

The future in architecture, engineering and construction is digital and smart. Artificial intelligence (AI) has disrupted many industries, but architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) lag in comparison to other sectors of the economy. New advances in technology and new applications of AI clearly show that disruptions are finally knocking on the door of the AEC industries.This panel talk will highlight how AEC industries can prepare for the next changes and, most importantly, capitalize on the tremendous opportunities that lie ahead.

Panel Discussion #3

JOURNEY TO NET ZERO: RETROFITTING THE UAE’s BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Retrofits aimed at improving energy efficiency can become a natural progression for the UAE Real Estate and Facilities Management (FM) sectors, if implemented effectively.The main objective of retrofitting the built environment is to improve the efficiency and sustainability of an existing structure by reducing energy and water use. This can be accomplished in a number of ways, including retrofitting lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, developing waste management strategies, and investing in digital infrastructure.

This panel session will present key takeaways on pilot successes, benchmarking criteria and mandatory upgrades, as well as how industry can adopt the building retrofit option.

Panel Discussion #4

OVERCOMING CHALLENGES IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Everyone who focuses on complex projects knows that challenges change from one project to the next. Beyond that, it’s pretty much all about what’s going on in a project. In fact, the challenges arise even before a project starts.This roundtable will highlight key takeaways on how to overcome these challenges and address project management issues through enhanced monitoring and measurement.

Closing Session

CONCLUDING REMARKS AND MOVING FORWARD

Vince Ang, Chief Operating Officer
NEW PERSPECTIVE MEDIA GROUP