The 6th Edition of the Smart Built Environment Forum KSA Brings Forth Serious Discussions

The 6th Edition of the Smart Built Environment Forum (SBEF) KSA 2024, held yesterday at the Riyadh Marriott, marked a significant milestone in the built environment sector. The event brought together industry leaders, visionaries, and innovators from across the globe and was a resounding success, fostering meaningful discussions and highlighting groundbreaking advancements in the field. This year's event addressed the realities and challenges faced by the built industry in KSA, attracting more than 300 decision-makers, industry experts, and entrepreneurs from the region.

Highlights of SBEF KSA 2024:

Inspiring Keynote Speech:
The forum featured a powerful keynote address from renowned expert Houssam ElDeeb, Strategy Director at Muheel Services, who spoke about the future of sustainable building practices and the impact of emerging technologies on the built environment.

Engaging Panel Discussions:
Participants enjoyed insightful panel discussions on critical topics such as "Delivery & Management of GIGA Projects: How Can Supply Meet Demand?" and "Fostering Green Communities: Players, Initiatives & Hurdles," among many others. The panelists provided valuable perspectives on managing large-scale projects efficiently and sustainably.

Innovative Exhibition:
The exhibition area featured Reza Hygiene, showcasing the latest sustainable cleaning products and solutions. Attendees explored cutting-edge products such as Green Seal-Certified Cleaning Solutions, Compostable Wipes, and Automated Dispensing Systems that are set to transform the industry.

Networking Opportunities:
SBEF KSA 2024 provided an exceptional platform for networking, enabling professionals to connect, share ideas, and collaborate on future projects. The event facilitated the building of valuable relationships that will drive the industry forward, with attendees from prestigious companies such as NEOM, Sedar, Osool Integrated Real Estate, and the Public Investment Fund, among others.

Support from Esteemed Sponsors:
The success of SBEF KSA 2024 was made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. Their contributions were instrumental in the execution of this landmark event. The event sponsors included Muheel Facilities Management (Diamond Sponsor), Land Sterling (Gold Sponsor), Engie Solutions, and Shalfa Facilities Management (Silver Sponsors), as well as a number of other sponsors, associates, and media partners.

Looking Ahead:
The enthusiasm and engagement at SBEF KSA 2024 have set a high bar for future editions. As the brand looks forward to SBEF UAE 2024, it remains committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the built environment sector.

“It was a great session. I had a good time meeting everyone, and the panel discussions were of very high quality! Kudos for the effort in getting everyone onboard for this,” said Nabeel Ahmad, Sustainability & Energy Optimisation Director at Musanadah.

“Participating in this event has been an incredible experience. The insights and connections gained here are invaluable,” remarked Mohammed Alttaf, Senior Business Development Manager at Engie Solutions.

For more information about the event and to stay updated on future forums, please visit our website at SBEF.BUILTENVIRONMENTME.COM.

Fyna Ashwath
Editor, Built Environment ME Magazine
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