May 19, 2026
Grand Millennium Al Wahda Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Sustainable Infrastructure: The Pillars of Abu Dhabi’s Built Environment
Building Materials, and Life Safety.
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Why Abu Dhabi ?
The Smart Built Environment Forum Abu Dhabi edition will look at how the capital is deploying infrastructure, not as a static utility, rather as the living pulse of the Emirate.
Abu Dhabi has solidified its proactive role in shaping a future where economic competitiveness and quality of life are inextricably linked.
Why Now ?
Infrastructure as the Backbone of Identity
In Abu Dhabi, infrastructure is not merely a backdrop for daily life; it is the backbone that carries the city’s values, identity, and readiness for the future. It is a physical manifestation of the Emirate’s ambition, ensuring that as the skyline grows, the cultural soul of the region remains visible and respected.
The Role of Design: How architecture reflects local identity and shapes the daily rituals of its citizens.
Inclusive Access: Ensuring that schools, hospitals, and community hubs are accessible to all, fostering a sense of belonging.
Nature-Integrated Development: Integrating mangroves, parks, and natural cooling corridors into
the urban grid.
Biophilic Hospitals & Schools: Recognizing that proximity to nature isn't a luxury—it is essential for patient recovery and student focus.
The secret to Abu Dhabi’s rapid evolution lies in its strong Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). These collaborations are the primary enabler of liveable, thriving communities. By embedding infrastructure in human-centric models, these partnerships ensure long-term urban success that is both commercially viable and socially responsible.
Speakers
Tarek Alassil
Executive Director
iFM
Karl-Heinz Otto Mair
CEO, Berkeley Services Group
& Klüh International
Atul Kapil
Group GM
Etihad International Hospitality
Naser Barhoum
Chief Executive Officer
Khidmah
Dana Awad
Chief Commercial Officer
ICT RED
Dr. Mahmoud Mawed
GM - Star International
VC - IFMA UAE Chapter
Fahad Mohamed
Director of FM
Emirates Properties Group
Schalk Vorster
Sales Director
Middle East, MRI Software
Ahmed Osman Elabd
Project Director, U+A,
Member of 10N Collective, Egis
Artemiy Marinin
Project Director
MERED
Faris Al Khattab
Managing Director
Object 1, Abu Dhabi
Altaf Lorgat
Program Manager
ADEK
Oliver Matthew
Executive Director
Concordia DMCC
Graeme Flaws
General Manager
Khadamat Facilities Management
Arch. Mohamed Salah Seguen
CEO, Access Consult member of Excellence Consortium
Seifeddine Beldi
Director
Fine Solutions
Jean N. Hanna
President
CAIME
Marcos Robert Rosello
Creative Director
LWK + PARTNERS
Dr. Meryem Hamidi
Founder & CEO
AINAR
Seifeddine Beldi
Director
Fine Solutions
Who Should Attend?
Real Estate Developers: C-suite executives looking to align with the 2050 Net-Zero mandate.
Facilities Managers: Professionals managing the lifecycle of the Emirate’s critical assets, healthcare, and education assets.
AEC Professionals: Architects,
Engineers, and Contractors focusing
on modular and low-carbon
materials.
Safety & Security Experts: Consultants and suppliers of the next generation of eco-friendly fire suppression and detection.
Event Agenda
Smart Built Environment Forum Abu Dhabi
TIME
TOPICS
8:45 am - 9:45 am
Registration & Networking Coffee
9:45 am – 9:50 am
Welcome Address
9:50 am – 10:00 am
Opening Keynote: The Living Pulse of the Emirate
10:00 am – 10:45 am
Panel 1 | Real Estate: Building Communities with a Cultural Soul
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Panel 2 | The PPP Blueprint: Delivering Social Infrastructure
11:30 am – 11:45 am
Presentation Slot
11:45 am – 12:00 pm
Networking Break & Refreshments
12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
Panel 3 | Operational Excellence: The FM Stewardship of Vital Assets
12:45 pm – 1:30 pm
Panel 4 | Safety, Security & Sustainability: The World's Most Liveable City by 2030
1:30 pm – 1:40 pm
Closing Remarks
1:40 pm - 2:30 pm
Networking Lunch
Want to become a Sponsor?
Align your brand with the architects of the future. Sponsoring this initiative places you at the intersection of sustainability, safety, and commercial growth.
Direct Access: Engage with the
decision-makers behind Abu Dhabi’s
AED 200 billion+ project portfolio.
Thought Leadership: Lead the
conversation on how building materials
and FM are reshaping the UAE’s
healthcare and education sectors.
Brand Authority: Position your company as a key contributor to Abu Dhabi’s vision of becoming the world’s most liveable
city by 2030.
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