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Water Infrastructure Assessment and Maintenance Plan, Mangaung, South Africa
Deploying Artificial Intelligence for underground asset condition assessments
The Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality (MMM) in South Africa faces critical challenges with its ageing water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure, resulting in frequent leaks and water loss.
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Correlating LWD Modulus and CBR for optimal compaction in pavement layers
Correlating LWD Modulus and CBR for optimal compaction in pavement layers
This research study focused on identifying a correlation between the Lightweight Falling Deflectometer (LWD) modulus and the California Bearing Ratio (CBR) for compaction control of selected pavement layers.
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Designing Tomorrow’s Infrastructure Today: Circular Economy and BIM Collaboration
The construction industry plays a considerable role in global energy consumption and energy-related carbon emissions, attributed to the manufacture of building materials and products. The current, linear ‘take-make-dispose’ model of resource consumption has led to environmental degradation and resource depletion.
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Global Hydropower Day
Hydropower is a cornerstone of sustainable energy solutions. It promotes environmental responsibility, economic stability, and energy reliability as the world continues to shift towards a sustainable and environmentally responsible future.
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Implication of Constructing the New Umhlatuzana River Bridge Deck Monolithically with the Existing Deck
Implication of Constructing the New Umhlatuzana River Bridge Deck Monolithically with the Existing Deck
The paper investigates joining the existing prestressed Umhlatuzana River bridge deck to a new deck monolithically. The new deck will shorten at a higher rate when compared to the existing deck.
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Insights from Energy Week Central Asia & Mongolia
Insights from Energy Week Central Asia & Mongolia
The Energy Week Central Asia & Mongolia, held from September 19th to 20th, 2023, at the Sheraton Astana, Kazakhstan, provided a platform for industry leaders, experts, government officials, and stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue.
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SAREF 2023: Reflections and insights
SMEC recently participated in the Sustainability & Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF) 2023 in Sarawak, Malaysia, alongside Surbana Jurong Group. Hosted by Sarawak Energy, this event brought together professionals from the energy and sustainability sectors to explore sustainable energy solutions in Southeast Asia.
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Advancing sustainable road infrastructure in the Federated States of Micronesia
Advancing sustainable road infrastructure in the Federated States of Micronesia
Zahid Iqbal presented a case study on the Sustainable Road Infrastructure Investment Project (SRIIP) at the recent Blue Pacific Infrastructure Conference in Brisbane, Australia. This event was organised by the Australia Pacific Islands Business Council (APIBC). The case study sheds light on sustainable road infrastructure development in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). It highlights the critical role SMEC is playing in advancing this significant endeavor.
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Shaping a Future of Socially Sustainable Transport with Community Well-being at its Heart
The integration of community engagement and social value considerations in transport planning leads to more holistic and effective solutions, creating a future where transport networks are not only environmentally sustainable but also enhance the well-being of our communities.
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Africa 23 – Key Takeaways for regional hydropower and water
The Global Hydropower and Dams Conference AFRICA 2023 was held in Uganda in July 2023. The conference brought together industry professionals from around the world to discuss the future of hydropower and water storage.
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