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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to see real-world applications in aviation, but further deployment requires steady progress and solid guardrails. In this interview with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) we learn about which technologies are...
In light of the increase in disruptive incidents that can severely affect organizations, business continuity management is becoming increasingly important within the strategic plans of organizations. Business continuity management is a process that helps organizations...
When we talk about climate change, carbon dioxide, methane, and other heat-trapping gases immediately come to mind. Yet there’s another family of particles – tiny, volatile, and largely forgotten – that played a major role decades ago: aerosols. These microscopic...