9:00 - 9:30

9:30 - 10:15

10:15 - 10:30

10:30 - 11:45

Urban Roads & Bridges: Building Smarter, Greener Roads and Bridges

This session will focus on the latest advancements in the design, construction, and maintenance of urban roads and bridges. Discussions will cover topics such as smart road technologies, sustainable materials, traffic management systems, and the integration of roads and bridges with other modes of transportation.

Presentation

• How to use innovative designs and leverage technology to improve project delivery

Panel Discussion

• Smart Road infrastructure: Innovations in Sensors, IoT, and Real-Time Data Analytics
• Emerging trends in Roads and Bridges: How new technologies, materials, and innovations are transforming the landscape?
• Innovative financing mechanisms and asset monetization strategies
• Sustainable construction: Use of Recycled materials and Green technologies

Case Study

• Highway Expansion Projects / Autonomous Vehicle Integration / Design, Planning, Engineering and Execution Challenges in Ropeway Projects

11:45 - 13:00

Metro Rail: Urban Mobility Redefined

This session will explore the development, expansion, and operation of metro rail systems in urban areas, focusing on challenges such as financing, land acquisition, technology integration, and accessibility.

Presentation

• A detailed presentation of the upcoming metro rail projects opportunities.

Panel Discussion

• Analyzing Regulatory Requirements and Compliance Challenges: Contract structuring and strategies for meeting deadlines and managing delays in Metro Rail Projects
• Design and Planning: New technologies and methods for Metro Rail Projects and ways to enhance cooperation among EPC contractors, designers, and stakeholders
• Tunneling and construction technologies, Elevated vs. Underground and underwater metro systems
• Financing Models & Operational Efficiency: Exploring PPPs and alternative funding sources and finding best Practices for managing and maintaining Metro Rail Systems to ensure reliability, safety, and improving Ridership
• Technological Innovations: Advancements in Automation and driverless technologies, Signaling and control systems, Passenger information systems etc.

Case Study

• The role of PPPs in the development and expansion of Metro Projects: How to build successful mega public purpose infrastructure projects (A case study of a specific metro project)

13:00 - 14:00

14:00 - 15:15

Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS): Bridging Urban and Regional Connectivity, Fostering Community Connections

This session will focus on the RRTS, designed to reduce travel time between cities and urban areas. Discussions will cover planning and implementation strategies, technological advancements, and the impact of RRTS projects on regional development.

Presentation

• Current status of RRTS projects in various regions, expansion plans and future network phases.

Panel Discussion

• Challenges and solutions in RRTS project implementation
• Latest technological advancements and smart infrastructure integration, including high-speed trains, advanced signaling, emergency response systems, energy efficiency, and enhanced passenger amenities
• Socio-Economic Impact: Driving regional development and urbanization, reducing urban congestion and pollution, and stimulating real estate growth along transit corridors
• Role of RRTS in shaping smart cities and future urban planning, and exploring multimodal integration with other transport systems

Case Study

• The RRTS Strategy: Analyzing the planning, implementation, and outcomes of a specific RRTS project

15:15 - 16:30

Airport Projects: Next-Gen Airport Projects: Trends, Challenges, and Innovations

This session will delve into the cutting-edge developments shaping the future of airport infrastructure. Will explore emerging trends driving airport design and operations, examine the key challenges faced in implementing these advanced projects, and highlight innovative solutions that are transforming the industry and setting new benchmarks for connectivity, efficiency, and passenger experience.

Presentation

• Transforming Airports: Steering key issues, challenges, recent initiatives, focus areas and future directions

Panel Discussion

• Airports Planning & Modernization
• Integration with Urban Transport Systems
• Focus on Greenfield Airports: Assessing current development status, and targets and timelines
• Technological advancements in Airport operations and smart solutions for passenger facilitation
• Challenges, future outlook, and opportunities in the MRO industry and smart Airport City Development

Case Study

• Airport Development Project-lessons learned, insights on overcoming challenges, and achieving key milestones

16:30 - 16:35