IGIC 2024, slated for May 6-7 in Jeddah, is poised to be a landmark event drawing over 400 attendees, including top-tier speakers, to discuss groundbreaking infrastructure projects like the $500 billion Neom city initiative. The conference aims to bolster the Middle East's ambitious growth trajectory, particularly in tall building and skyscraper development, by focusing on optimizing geotechnical aspects crucial for safe, cost-effective, and sustainable construction.
With a comprehensive agenda spanning workshops, keynote presentations, sessions, and case studies, IGIC 2024 promises to be a pivotal forum for professionals invested in the future of geotechnical engineering. It will delve into critical topics such as deep foundations, ground improvement, underground infrastructures, and innovative solutions like AI and advanced technology applications in geotechnics.
Dr. Marwan Alzaylaie, the Chairman of IGIC 2024's Technical Advisory Committee and a senior figure at the Dubai Development Authority, emphasizes the transformative potential of the conference in shaping the industry's future. He sees it as a vital platform for exchanging cutting-edge ideas and methodologies to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of foundation projects, aligning the global community on best practices and pioneering technologies.
Supported by key players in geotechnical engineering like Fugro, Gulf Consult, Geoharbour, and Soil Improvement Contracting Company, IGIC 2024 ensures a diverse collaboration of ideas and innovations. Attendees can anticipate insights from recent mega-projects in the region, including metro systems, bridges, tunnels, and urban development initiatives.
Overall, IGIC 2024 stands as a beacon for the advancement of geotechnical engineering, offering a unique opportunity for industry leaders to converge, share knowledge, and pave the way for groundbreaking solutions that will define the future landscape of infrastructure development in the Middle East and beyond.
