CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE SUMMIT

Cities of the future will be
defined by state of the art
hard and soft infrastructure

25 February 2025 / Millennium Airport Hotel, Al Garhoud Ballroom / Dubai

About The

Summit

As urban populations grow, cities face increasing pressure to evolve sustainably. The Critical Infrastructure Summit gathers senior stakeholders to explore opportunities and challenges in public transportation, climate resilience, green spaces, and robust soft infrastructure. Focused on supporting the ambitious growth and diversification plans of key Middle Eastern cities, the summit highlights innovative solutions for creating sustainable, efficient, and resilient urban environments to meet current and future demands.

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About The

Agenda

The Critical Infrastructure Summit features panel discussions, keynotes, and expert presentations addressing vital themes, including sustainable public transportation, climate-resilient infrastructure, and green spaces that promote active lifestyles and align with sustainability goals. Additionally, the summit explores soft infrastructure services essential for fostering economic and social interactions, offering comprehensive insights into building resilient, future-ready cities.

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How to

Participate

Participate in the summit through exhibiting, workshops, panel discussions, or demonstrations—offering a prime platform to connect with regional decision-makers and influencers. Engage with industry leaders involved in purchasing or specifying products and services. Explore sponsorship opportunities tailored to your goals, ensuring the visibility and engagement needed to maximize your impact in this dynamic marketplace.

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Engage

With Experts and Peers

This event is an ideal platform to network and interact with respected regional stakeholders including government, project owners, operators, infrastructure specialists, consultants, contractors and technology companies. With several breaks scheduled for networking as well as lunch, you’ll be able to get one-on-one time with panellists and presenters, following on from interactive presentations and Q&A sessions.

Empowering

Future Leaders

Empowering future leaders by connecting minds and equipping the industry with essential knowledge, insights, and tools to drive innovation and transform critical infrastructure for a sustainable and resilient future


Operators

Contractors

Consultants

Specialists

Government

Manufacturers

Solution Providers

Other
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Agenda

The one-day event will expose delegates to a wealth of information and debate pertaining to the opportunities and challenges relating to current and future critical infrastructure in Middle Eastern cities. Content will focus on both hard and soft infrastructure services that will enable future growth.


Public Transportation

Infrastructure

As cities in the Middle East grow, road-based infrastructure faces pressure, leading to millions in lost productivity and negatively affecting residents’ mental and physical health, conflicting with the region’s goals for well-being.



Climate

Readiness

Human-induced climate change is impacting weather patterns in Middle Eastern cities, increasing extreme events and sea level rise risks. Coastal cities must invest in infrastructure and plans to prepare for worst-case scenarios.


Green Public

Spaces

Green spaces are essential for cities, promoting active lifestyles, reducing stress, mitigating pollution, and combating the urban heat island effect, benefiting both residents and the environment in densely built areas.


Soft

Infrastructure

The Critical Infrastructure Summit will explore regional cities’ soft infrastructure needs, assessing current and future requirements while examining how existing systems can be updated to meet growing demands.




The Event

Schedule


Registration and Networking

09:30 | Registration opens with networking over coffee and breakfast refreshments.

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Event Introduction

10:30 | The host opens, introduces the event, outlines the day’s agenda, and welcomes the attendees

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Welcome Address

10:45 | The Head of Content and producer discusses the agenda and topics, thanks the speakers and sponsors, setting the event’s tone.

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Panel Discussion One

11:00 | Panel discussion featuring key industry speaker, moderated to explore key topics and insights

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Presentation One

12:00 | Presentation by a leading player in the key vertical, sharing research findings and key insights.

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Coffee & Networking

12:20 | Coffee, refreshment and networking break

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On Stage Interview

12:35 | Fireside chat hosted by the head of content, featuring industry expert sharing valuable knowledge

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Panel Discussion Two

13:15 | Panel discussion featuring key industry speaker, moderated to explore key topics and insights

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Speakers

Our speakers play a vital role in ensuring the quality and credibility of the event, positioning it as a benchmark for the regional market. These industry experts provide valuable knowledge, insights, and address key challenges facing the sector.

If you are interested in contributing to the discussions and sharing your expertise, please reach out to jason.s@cpitrademedia.com to get involved and be part.

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KEO International Consultants

Sameer Daoud

Managing Director, Infrastructure Division
KEO International Consultants

Sameer Daoud

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Serco

Samantha Rowles

Managing Director – Mobility & Emergency Services
Serco

Samantha Rowles


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Heriot-Watt University Dubai

Atousa

Assistant Professor of Architecture
Heriot-Watt University Dubai

Atousa

More speakers to be confirmed



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    How to

    Participate

    Participate in the summit through exhibiting, workshops, panel discussions, or demonstrations—offering a prime platform to connect with regional decision-makers and influencers. Engage with industry leaders involved in purchasing or specifying products and services. Explore sponsorship opportunities tailored to your goals, ensuring the visibility and engagement needed to maximise your impact in this dynamic marketplace.

    Contact us to explore this chance to interact and build connections with key industry stakeholders.


    Free

    Entry

    Entrance is free of charge for industry professionals.

    Summit

    Date & Time

    25 Feb 2025, 9am – 3pm

    Get In Touch

    Contact us


    Content

    Jason Saundalkar | +971 4 375 5475
    jason.s@cpitrademedia.com


    Sponsorship

    Raz Islam | +971 50 451 8213
    raz.islam@cpitrademedia.com

    Arif Bari | +971 4 375 5714
    arif.bari@cpitrademedia.com


    Marketing

    Phinson Mathew George | +971 4 375 5476
    phinson.george@cpitrademedia.com


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