Tech Trends

FARO Sphere XG: Latest 3D reality capture solution with unified BIM integration 

FARO Technologies, a provider of 3D measurement, imaging and realisation solutions, introduced FARO Sphere XG: The Next-Generation Digital Reality Platform. This multi-modal platform enables users to easily combine 360° photos, 3D point clouds and BIM...

Procore: The future of the construction industry in 2024 and beyond 

BIM and GIS integration have significantly influenced the face of the construction industry. From being quick to embrace technology, adapting to changing times and investing in digitalisation, supply chain control and safety technology, tasks need to be...

Deloitte and Google Public Sector’s Gen AI-powered alliance for public sector innovation in geospatial planning 

Deloitte and Google Public Sector has announced a major expansion of their strategic alliance to accelerate innovation and harness new technologies like generative AI (gen AI) to help government and higher education clients solve complex problems. With deep...

The drone industry can power new revenue streams and decarbonise key sectors 

The global drone market is experiencing explosive growth driven by technological advances and rising commercial demand. It’s projected that by 2030, the worldwide shipments of commercial drones will reach 9.6 million, with the UK alone expected to...

FIDO Device Onboard (FDO) certification programme is launched to improve deployments of Edge nodes and IoT devices  

The FIDO Alliance’s FIDO Device Onboard (FDO) technology allows Edge and IoT users to quickly and securely onboard devices, thereby reducing cost, time and risk. The FIDO Alliance launched its FIDO Device Onboard (FDO) Certification Programme,...

Paradigm 3D establishes first-in-region 3D printing facility in Dubai with Stratasys Technology 

Paradigm 3D has opened the doors to its state-of-the-art, AED20 million 3D-printing facility in Dubai — the first in the Middle East capable of producing parts in accordance with the aerospace-specific EASA Part 21G regulation.  Outfitted with...

Air For Life sets new industry standard with NASA-inspired air purification advancements 

Air For Life, a pioneering force in air purification, is dedicated to ushering in a new era of clean and healthy indoor environments. Employing state-of-the-art technology to mitigate health risks and enhance well-being, the company draws inspiration from...

Can digital tendering benefit construction project delivery? 

From a global pandemic to unprecedented inflationary pressures, construction supply chains have been dealt their fair share of challenges. However, digital tendering software is here to help.  With economic uncertainty impacting the industry,...

Are we smart enough for Smart Cities?   

Smart Cities are becoming a fast reality and integrating technology into everyday infrastructure has become the norm. Muhammad Yahya Patel, Lead Security Engineer at Check Point Software Technologies tells us about the vast number of opportunities presented...

BIM software market to be worth $11.64 Billion by 2027 

The global Building Information Modelling (BIM) Software Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 19.41% from 2020 to 2027, according to a new report published by Verified Market Research. The report reveals that the market was valued...

Street security robot introduced to the public 

Knightscope, a developer of autonomous security robots and blue light emergency communication systems, has announced that lifestyle centre, Crocker Park, has deployed a K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR) in Westlake, Ohio.  The shopping and dining...

Remote engineering partners: The inspection robots keeping water flowing

According to water regulator Ofwat, around three billion litres of water are lost through water pipe leaks in the UK every day. With over 400,000 miles of pipes making up our water infrastructure, spotting cracks and finding leaks isn’t an easy task....