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LARGE INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT CONFERENCE 2019
The world has around 50 mega cities. Mega cities and rapid urbanization are creating pressures on infrastructure, housing, services and environment to meet the living requirements of current and future generations. These cities have been experiencing a large-scale change revolution regarding innovative building solutions, adjusting living space and infrastructure to accommodate changes of economy, environment, technology, society and culture.
How can innovative building solutions during this transformation not only bring convenience but also sustainability and humanity, to create cities that worth living for everybody?
LARGE INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT CONFERENCE 2019- RETHINKING CONSTRUCTION, which will be held on November 22 at Landmark 81, Ho Chi Minh City will contain part of these answers.
For the second time, this Large Infrastructure Project Conference 2019 is organized by INSEE Vietnam, an affiliate of Jardines; in partnership with SIKA and DOKA; in association with Vietnam Institute of Building Materials, Vietnam Green Building Council, the British Business Association and the Hong Kong Business Association.
The Large Infrastructure Project Conference 2019 is a place where leaders connect, exchange and discuss about trends, opportunities as well as challenges in construction industry. Apart from presented topics and insightful discussions, INSEE Vietnam also aims to build a community of leading building material suppliers and construction companies, joining hands together to develop infrastructure and construction as well as improve the city planning while enhancing life quality.
The conference’s theme this year is “Rethinking construction” which aims to introduce the latest innovations and technologies of leading companies in the world to overcome the barriers of traditional construction methods, save resources and move towards sustainable development. The highlights of this year include: Strategy for development and management of smart cities in Vietnam, The future of concrete for sustainable cities, Digital building twins – next step of BIM, Offshore wind energy: technology solutions and supply chain opportunities, Innovation in concrete- 3D printing, Formwork innovation and digital solutions for upbeat construction.
In 2018, the conference has achieved many successes with the participation of 16 key-note speakers, more than 300 domestic and international guests as well as more than 40 media nationwide.
Founded in 1994, INSEE has been formerly known as Holcim Vietnam - a leading manufacturer of construction materials and waste management in South of Vietnam. INSEE looks forward to contributing to the overall development of the country by sharing its experiences as well as introducing the latest world trends to the Vietnamese market. The organization of this Large Infrastructure Project Conference is one of many INSEE’ efforts to achieve its committed mission.
For more information about the conference, as well as speaker’s profiles and detailed agenda, please visit: https://buildforlife.insee.com.vn/
Contact Information
Đào Nguyên Khánh (Mr.)
Marketing and Corporate Communications Manager
Phone: (+84) 28 73 017 018 Ext: 1215
Mobile: (+84) 988 610 200
Email: khanh.dao@siamcitycement.com
Nguyễn Thị Cẩm Tiên
Brand Communications Executive
Phone: (+84) 28 73 017 018 Ext: 1443
Mobile: (+84) 35 329 2697
Email: tien.nguyen@siamcitycement.com
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