At this very moment, various regions around the world are in the midst of hurricane season. While most of us are familiar with the term, often associated with monumental and unavoidable disasters, it’s important to understand the different categories of hurricanes and...
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Maintenance and safety of urban bridges
The collapse of the bridge in Baltimore highlighted the importance of urban bridges and their role in the economic and social development of cities. Preventing structural damage and avoiding service interruptions is essential. Risk management and maintenance of these...
Urban bridges: icons and key city structures
The most famous city skylines around the world all have an iconic bridge that represents them. It's not just a matter of beauty: these bridges sustain residents’ social and economic lives and are designed to withstand demanding daily activity. Last March, an incident...
Artificial Intelligence as a Corporate Value
Businesses in every field are exposed to an unavoidable technological transformation that, if not properly assimilated, could lead to a disastrous loss of competitiveness in the market. Some of the most promising and complex innovations will emanate from Artificial...
The use of drones in modern industry
Thanks to their versatile technology, drones have multiple applications in a variety of sectors and industries. Originally reserved for military purposes, their potential has expanded to a wide range of civilian uses that are transforming the global economy....
Seaweed: the biofuel of the future
Is it feasible to grow seaweed in the desert? The objective of this initiative, which is recognized by the UN and the International Maritime Organization, is to produce biofuel to offer a promising alternative to extractive mining and fossil fuels. The perfect place...
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How are we coping with water scarcity?
Water is the essence of life on our planet, but it’s also a fundamental asset in the economic development and social well-being of countries. As an essential daily resource, addressing its scarcity during shortages is a top priority for governments. As reflected in...
What role does the Insurance Compensation Consortium play?
The DANA that hit the Spanish Levante demonstrated the vulnerability of certain areas to extreme weather events. The magnitude of the damage tested the insurance industry and, in particular, a unique institution in the world: the Insurance Compensation Consortium...
Modular Construction: an efficient and sustainable model
Industrial or prefabricated construction is revolutionizing the construction sector by offering quick, sustainable, and efficient solutions. We address the advantages it offers and its positive impact on the environment and on new urban models. Modular construction...