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Wastewater:

Excess

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asset?

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Solving

complex

challenges

For more than 70 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world’s most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We challenge boundaries to deliver sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities.

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SMEC in Kuwait

SMEC has operated in Kuwait since 2002. SMEC’s first project in Kuwait was an Environmental Groundwater Project. This project assessed damage to groundwater resources due to oil spills, leakages and hydrocarbon migration into the hydrogeological systems.

Since then, SMEC has worked on a range of diverse projects throughout Kuwait including: project management services for the design and construction of Kuwait University City; rehabilitation of 58 km of the King Abdul Azziz Motorway; rehabilitation and upgrade of three sections of the King Faisal Bin Abdul Azziz Motorway; pavement management system training for Kuwaiti Airport employees; improvements to existing stormwater drainage systems in Kuwait; and the design and construction supervision services on the Shuaiba Port Upgrade project.

SMEC has experience in the Transport, Water, Environment, and Education, Governance and Government Advisory Services sectors in Kuwait.

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SMEC has operated in Kuwait since 2002

Sectors

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Roads, Bridges & Highways

Energy & Renewables

Rail & Metro

Environment

Urban Communities

Water & Wastewater

Hydro & Dams

Ports & Maritime

International Development

Aviation

Roads, Bridges & Highways

Known for reliable delivery, technical excellence, and specialist engineering solutions, SMEC is a trusted partner for major highway projects all over the world. Our design specialists have resolved complex challenges across a range of diverse environments, from high density urban surroundings to some of most remote locations on earth. Learn More

Energy & Renewables

We’re committed to helping our clients build a more sustainable world, powered by clean and affordable energy. Our passion can be traced back to one of the most ambitious pumped hydropower projects ever undertaken, the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme. As early pioneers of renewable energy, sustainability is embedded in our DNA. Learn More

Rail & Metro

SMEC has been involved in some of the world’s most complex transport megaprojects spanning rail, metro and underground rail systems from feasibility and development through to documentation, delivery, and asset management. Learn More

Environment

With greater attention and importance placed on preserving and managing the planet’s natural resources, protecting fauna and flora, sustainability and preparing for climate change, the environment industry is flourishing and growing at a rapid pace. At SMEC, we have specialists to provide environmentally sustainable services for infrastructure projects that balance the competing demands of the community, the environment and economic viability Learn More

Urban Communities

SMEC's Urban Communities team takes a holistic and incremental approach to planning, urban design, landscape architecture, engineering, and surveying to streamline processes and maximise value. We assist our clients prepare for tomorrow’s cities, leveraging smart technology to reimagine how we design the spaces in which we live, work and play. Learn More

Water & Wastewater

Water sits at the core of sustainable development and is fundamental to a thriving society. It permeates all facets of community life and underpins many aspects of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. SMEC shares the UN vision and is working with global agencies to help address the challenges posed by pollution and climate change, to secure the transition to greener, more inclusive economies. Learn More

Hydro & Dams

SMEC is an internationally recognised Hydropower & Dams Consultant with heritage that spans over 70 years. The original Snowy Mountain Hydroelectric Scheme forms the backbone and history of our organisation. Since then, we have built an extensive portfolio of hydropower and dam projects, exporting our technical skill set across the developing world. Learn More

Ports & Maritime

Ports are highly specialised facilities that play a critical role in the global supply chain. The shipping industry is also rapidly evolving as port authorities modernise post infrastructure to enable deeper berths, larger wharves and smarter processing systems. SMEC employs a cohesive team of experienced engineers, scientists and planners, with global expertise and technical excellence across all areas of this specialised field. Learn More

International Development

SMEC is proud to deliver an extensive range of international development services that improve the quality of life in local communities, generate economic wealth and contribute to national development around the world. Learn More

Aviation

As part of a global family of brands SMEC draws on expertise across our parent and sister companies, catering to all aspects of aviation planning, engineering, design, and delivery. SMEC’s activities in the aviation sector also include project management, procurement, construction management, institutional strengthening, and development of management systems. Learn More

Latest

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Nov 19, 2024 Cairns Regional Council launches visionary Urban Regeneration Project Read more

Nov 12, 2024 SMEC Foundation Celebrates the Inauguration of Harivillu 3 Anganwadi Project Read more

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Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present ad future generations to thrive.

Andreas Neumaier

Chief Technical Principal – Dams & Hydropower

Vishnu Balakrishnan

Chief Technical Principal - Structures

Dr. Oloro McHugh

Functional Group Manager - Environment & Water Resources

Mani Manivasakan

Chief Technical Principal – Water Infrastructure and Resources

Catherine Das Gupta

Area Manager – Tasmania

Alexandre (Alex) Gomes

Chief Technical Principal – Tunnels and Underground

Insights

A circular economy for water: water demand and fit for purpose supply

Australia, and the world, is increasingly seeing the effect of climate change on our water supply and security. Scarcity and drought are becoming more prevalent, placing pressure on the current water supply network, and communities are expecting better solutions. As we mark National Water Week in Australia and prepare for summer, it is time to discuss how we best utilise our existing water supplies and create a more resilient future.

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Building more climate-resilient infrastructure on soft soils

SMEC’s Dr Richard Kelly, Chief Technical Principal – Geotechnical Engineering, has contributed to industry-leading research and innovation in the field of soft soil engineering.

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Communities of Tomorrow

There are many people around the world working in emerging spaces and utilising new technologies trying to figure out what’s next.

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Delivery in the digital age. People powered technology.

I often ponder about the future of our industry and where technology will lead us and indeed, where will we lead technology. Is technology challenging the equilibrium when it comes to a full-service offering in the engineering industry? Some would say yes if our lives today are anything to go by.

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