The sixth Construction Technology ConFEX (CTF) has highlighted the roadmap to a net-zero carbon portfolio for major developers and underscored the role of key AEC stakeholders in decarbonising the construction lifecycle. 

 

This year's edition of CTF focused on sustainability and digital adoption for better project outcomes, aligning with the UAE's Year of Sustainability and its hosting of COP 28.

 

Bringing together more than 600 key stakeholders and industry professionals from around the world, the event covered an impressive and diverse range of topics, including Sustainability, Scaling Up Adoption, Dealing With the Human Factor, PMIS, ERP, Digital Twins, Digital Site Capture, Metaverse, AI, and more, attendees gained comprehensive knowledge and actionable strategies to navigate the industry's evolving landscape.

 

Crucial steps

“As the UAE takes centre stage in the global sustainability movement, CTF emphasised the crucial steps that the construction industry must take to achieve decarbonisation in a structured and effective manner," said Katie Briggs, Events Director at b2b Connect. 

 

 

Attendees, comprising project developers, contractors, consultants, industry experts, technology providers, startups, and key stakeholders from over 20 countries, gathered at CTF to connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. The ConFEX served as a platform for fostering meaningful partnerships and fostering innovation within the construction technology ecosystem.

 

One of the highlights of CTF was the Construction Technology Awards 2023, held on June 1. These prestigious awards recognised and celebrated the best people, projects, and organisations in the industry, promoting excellence in the field. With over 200 entries across 16 different categories, the awards attracted fierce competition and witnessed the participation of more than 300 industry professionals. The winners were honored for their outstanding contributions and groundbreaking achievements in harnessing technology to drive transformation and deliver exceptional results.

 

Winners

The winners for this year include: 

Sustainable Organisation of the Year

Winner: Red Sea Global

 

BIM Organisation of the Year

Winner: ROSHN Group

 

Consultant of the Year

Winner: Cundall

 

Contractor of the Year

Winner: Nesma & Partners

 

Digital Design Organisation of the Year

Winner: KEO International Consultants

 

Digital Transformation of the Year

Winner: Roads and Transport Authority Dubai

 

Start Up of the Year

Winner: ConcR

Winner: Procurified

 

ConTech Leader of the Year

Winner: Hussam Ali - Roshn Group

 

ConTech Rising Star of the Year

Winner: Mateusz Lukasiewicz - KEO International Consultants

 

BIM Champion of the Year

Winner: Omar Ahmed - China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East

Highly Commended: Mostafa Elashmawy - WSP

 

Woman in ConTech Award

Winner: Julie Alexander - Diriyah Company

 

BIM Project of the Year

Winner: Dubai Hills Mall & Indoor Storm Coaster - ALEC Engineering & Contracting

 

Tech For Safety Award

Winner: TGPP - Smart Safety Monitoring Solution - Saudi Aramco

 

Digital Project of the Year

Winner: KAEC Digital City Operations’ Integrated Asset Management - Emaar, The Economic City (KAEC)

 

Digital Twin Project of the Year

Winner: Omani Digital Twin Reality Model - Khatib & Alami

 

Offsite Project of the Year

Winner: Turtle Bay Hotel Red Sea Global

Highly Commended: KACST Saudi Future Dwelling Project - Off-Site Engineering Solutions

 

ConTech Hall of Fame:

Winner: Mansour Faried - China State Construction Engineering Corporation Middle East. -- TradeArabia News Service