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Smart cities are no longer a distant concept, they are the new, expected standard. The integration of sustainable and intelligent technology has fundamentally shifted from a "nice-to-have" to a critical driver of long-term asset value and community resilience. For today’s investors, planners, and real estate professionals, this means focusing on infrastructure that delivers measurable efficiencies. We are talking about projects built around: > Intelligent energy grids that reduce operational costs. > Data-informed public spaces that enhance livability. > Sustainable materials and water systems that ensure long-term viability and meet rising ESG demands. This is the baseline for modern, high-value development. At MARS Urban Development, we are not just integrating this technology; we are embedding it into the core of our projects to define the future of urban living. #UrbanDevelopment #RealEstate #Construction #Architecture #SmartCities #Sustainability #PropTech #Innovation

As cities across the Middle East continue to expand and evolve, infrastructure stands at a crossroads. No longer is it just about pipes, roads, and utilities, it’s about shaping cities that are resilient, inclusive, and future-ready. Our new report explores how city leaders can reimagine infrastructure as a strategic enabler of growth driving innovation, sustainability, and prosperity. It highlights how adopting a proactive, data-driven and integrated approach can transform urban ecosystems and unlock new economic opportunities.    Read the full report: http://pwc.to/4hhwPVj 

🚨 5 Common Mistakes #Urban #Planners Still Make in #2025 The biggest barriers in our field aren’t budgets or tools — they’re old mindsets that keep us from shaping smarter, more sustainable cities. 1️⃣ Planning isn’t just technical — it’s human. Tools like GIS and digital modeling turn vision into reality. 2️⃣ Good plans don’t speak — people do. Clear communication builds trust and action. 3️⃣ The public understands planning — just not the jargon. Our job is to make complexity clear. 4️⃣ Innovation doesn’t only come from big cities. Small communities often lead real change. 5️⃣ We don’t plan for people — we plan with them. Collaboration defines modern planning. 👉 The future belongs to planners who blend strategic thinking with digital innovation — turning rapid growth into connected, livable cities. 🎯 Join our live webinar: Planning Transit Networks and Land Use in Expanding Middle Eastern Mega Cities 📅 November 13, 2025 – 11:00 AM CET 🔗 Register here : https://lnkd.in/dMJR-kqj #UrbanPlanning #SmartCities #TransitPlanning #MiddleEast #CityDesign Middle East Architect World Smart Cities Forum UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme)

Smarter Moves. Sustainable Places. Real Impact. From rethinking street design to unlocking complex development sites, our latest “Know-How with Mayer Brown Ltd” newsletter dives into how innovation and collaboration are shaping the future of transport and infrastructure planning. Highlights include: • Liveable Neighbourhoods 2025 – John McQueen on designing for people-first movement • Transport & Development Planning Conference – Colin Black returns as Chair • Rethinking Streets – from Liverpool to Lambeth, making access about more than connectivity • Project Insights – Omagh consultation success and Pegasus Homes’ access unlocked • Investing in Future Talent – how our next generation is already driving change Whether it’s GIS mapping that reveals new opportunities, or integrated design that speeds projects to site, we’re sharing the know-how behind better, more liveable places. 👉 Read our latest newsletter. #TransportPlanning #SustainableDesign #Infrastructure #LiveableCities #MayerBrownKnowHow

Smart buildings aren’t always that smart 👎 Many systems promise seamless integration, energy savings and better user experience. But, all too often, they fall short. Our London smart buildings’ team brought together leaders from across property, engineering and technology to ask what people actually need from smart buildings and how we can deliver it. Their answers give us insight into what’s holding projects back and what we need to change to deliver the next generation of truly intelligent buildings 🧠🏢. Read the key takeaways from our industry round tables at https://lnkd.in/dm7myi4j #MakingSpacesWork

💎 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗔 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘁 At CITIES FORUM FORUM, we explore methodologies that help cities worldwide transition from incremental improvement to systemic transformation. The report “City Strategies: A Framework for Radical Transformation”, developed by Planit , presents a structured approach that many city governments, planners, and investors can adapt to shape future-ready urban environments. ✨The framework demonstrates how a clear city narrative, when combined with targeted investment and strong delivery governance, can produce measurable outcomes at scale. It outlines three interrelated steps for urban transformation: 1. Define a place-based vision that coordinates strategies, policies, and investment around shared goals. 2. Identify catalyst sites and neighbourhoods capable of delivering visible, replicable change. 3. Mobilise delivery partners to translate strategic intent into actionable investment. Applied in cities such as Sheffield, Leeds, and Hull, this approach has generated tangible results: tens of thousands of new homes planned, major funding secured, and substantial private investment leveraged. 👉Yet its real value lies in its transferability—cities across Europe, Latin America, or the Middle East can adapt this model to integrate economic, environmental, and social priorities within a single delivery framework. One of the most relevant aspects is its integration of climate resilience and urban design. The strategy links compact, mixed-use development with active mobility, green infrastructure, and energy transition—demonstrating how spatial planning can actively contribute to net zero targets and urban resilience. 📘 More information: planit-ie.com #CityStrategies #UrbanTransformation #SustainableCities #UrbanPlanning #RegenerativeDesign #NetZero #PlaceBasedApproach #CitiesForum

Thank you CITIES FORUM for re-sharing 'City Strategies: A Framework for Radical Transformation', written by Planit's Urban Design Director Andy Roberts. The framework can be used by city #governments, #planners, and #investors 'to shape future-ready urban environments.' It offers working examples of its application in Planit's project work in #Sheffield, #Leeds, and #Hull, and demonstrates tangible results: 🏡 tens of thousands of new #homes planned 💷 major #funding secured 🤝 substantial private #investment leveraged 🌳 spatial planning's contribution to #netZero targets and urban resilience You can read the full review and link to the report below. 👇 Why not join the discussion below or contact Andy Roberts direct- ar@planit-ie.com For more Urban Design thought pieces visit https://lnkd.in/en-yWA_X

I am excited to share our latest thought leadership piece: Beyond pipes and roads – How cities can rethink infrastructure for sustainable growth, which is now live. As cities around the world face rapid urbanisation, climate pressures, and shifting socio-economic priorities, infrastructure is no longer just about keeping the lights on or traffic moving, it’s about enabling resilience, innovation, and inclusive growth. The cities that will thrive are those that treat infrastructure not as a cost centre, but as a strategic platform for long-term sustainability and prosperity. The report explores how urban leaders can move from reactive maintenance to proactive, data-driven planning, underpinned by PwC’s I-CORE framework — Integrated, Connected, Optimised, Resilient and Evolving. Key highlights include: - Proactive and integrated infrastructure – breaking down silos across transport, energy, water, and digital systems to enhance efficiency and impact. - Smart and sustainable models – leveraging AI, IoT, and green technologies to reduce waste, improve resilience, and future-proof cities. - Regional insights – assessing how Middle Eastern cities are performing across key metrics such as water reuse, power grid efficiency, mobility readiness, and green space per capita. - A call to action – urging city leaders to view infrastructure as a catalyst for innovation, economic growth, and better quality of life. By reimagining infrastructure beyond pipes and roads, cities can unlock new opportunities — building the foundations of truly autonomous, regenerative, and livable urban futures. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/d2ZjTQYy Enjoy 😊 Antoine Abou Mansour Romil Radia Ali Ayyad Imad Matar

What is a Building Footprint? It’s more than just an outline of a building. It’s the foundation of how we understand cities, plan infrastructure, and shape the built environment. Want to know more? Check out the video! #BuildingFootprint #UrbanPlanning #GeospatialData

In an era marked by rapid urbanization, demographic expansion, and accelerating economic growth, cities are becoming increasingly complex ecosystems. These dynamics have intensified the demand for efficient, sustainable, and inclusive transportation systems. As the volume of both people and goods circulating through urban environments grows, the infrastructure that supports mobility becomes not only more critical but also more vulnerable to obsolescence. The evolution of .. lee el resto https://lnkd.in/d7d5XnWJ