Shaping Tomorrow: Geospatial Technology in Aviation and Urban?Development
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. — August 19th, 2024 | By Adel Bolbol Fernández PhD , Rafael Lucero and Hesham Gamal Gaafar
1.The Kingdom Highlights
Transforming Saudi Arabia's Aviation
Saudi Arabia is embarking on an ambitious $100 billion initiative to transform its aviation sector and challenge the regional status quo. With plans to triple the number of annual passengers to 330 million by 2030 and increase cargo capacity to 4.5 million tons, the Kingdom aims to position its airports as premier global hubs according to Goldman Sachs. Esri can play a critical role in supporting this transformation, similar to its work with San Francisco International Airport. By integrating GIS and BIM processes, Esri can help Saudi airports improve planning and design accuracy, enabling precise construction and efficient operations. Real-time monitoring and spatial analysis can streamline maintenance and emergency responses, ensuring safety and reliability. Interactive mapping and wayfinding solutions can enhance the passenger experience, making navigation easier and more intuitive. Additionally, Esri’s tools can assist in environmental management by tracking noise and emissions, promoting sustainable airport growth. This tangible application of geospatial technology can help Saudi Arabia achieve its ambitious aviation goals efficiently and effectively.
NEOM Unveils Magna
NEOM has recently unveiled Magna a luxury lifestyle coastal destination, a visionary project aimed at setting new standards for sustainable urban living. This groundbreaking development will showcase the integration of cutting-edge technology with eco-friendly design, creating a self-sufficient and sustainable community. NEOM, a key Esri user in the Kingdom, utilizes Esri's advanced geospatial technology to bring its ambitious projects to life. At the Esri User Conference, attendees will discover how NEOM leverages Esri’s solutions, including BIM and CAD integration, to plan, design, and manage large-scale projects like Magna. Esri’s GIS tools support detailed planning, resource management, real-time data monitoring, and community engagement through interactive maps and visualizations, ensuring NEOM’s sustainability goals are met. Join us at the conference to explore NEOM’s innovative use of geospatial technology in creating a sustainable future. For more information, visit GIS and BIM/CAD at the Esri User Conference 2023
2. Global News
Dubai Announces $8 Billion Stormwater Drainage Network
Dubai has announced plans to build an $8 billion stormwater drainage network to mitigate flooding and improve water management according to ENR. This extensive infrastructure project aims to protect the city from the impacts of heavy rainfall and enhance its resilience to climate change. The new drainage system will integrate advanced technologies and sustainable practices to ensure efficient water flow and reduce flood risks in urban areas. Esri can significantly support this initiative by providing advanced GIS solutions similar to those used in the City of Loveland. By leveraging Esri’s technology, Dubai can implement detailed spatial analysis and real-time monitoring to optimize the design and maintenance of the drainage network. Esri’s GIS tools can enhance decision-making processes, ensuring that the stormwater management system is efficient and sustainable.
3. Recent trends & patterns
The June 2024 update to Esri's Scene Viewer includes several exciting enhancements:
·?Improved Performance and Rendering Quality: Users can now experience more detailed and realistic visualizations of 3D scenes.
·?New Analysis Tools: The introduction of Line of Sight and Viewshed tools allows for deeper insights into spatial relationships and visibility within a given area.
· Advanced Symbology Support: The update supports more complex symbology, enabling richer and more nuanced representations of data.
· Expanded Data Format Compatibility: Users can import a wider range of data formats, facilitating the integration of various data sources into cohesive 3D environments.
·?Enhanced User Experience: These updates collectively aim to provide a more robust and versatile toolset for exploring and analyzing 3D geospatial data.
For more details, visit What's New in Scene Viewer (June 2024)
Advancing Esri’s GeoBIM and Urban Platforms
Esri's recent updates bring exciting advancements to the GeoBIM and Urban platforms. The February 2024 release of ArcGIS GeoBIM introduces enhanced collaboration features, enabling seamless integration between GIS and BIM workflows for improved project coordination and data visualization. Key updates include new dashboard templates, better support for large BIM datasets, and advanced query capabilities to streamline project management. Meanwhile, ArcGIS Urban is now available on ArcGIS Enterprise, offering powerful urban planning tools within a secure, enterprise-level environment. This integration allows organizations to leverage 3D urban models and scenario planning tools to support sustainable urban development and data-driven decision-making. Together, these updates enhance the ability to manage complex projects and urban environments efficiently. For more information, visit ArcGIS GeoBIM for Enterprise and ArcGIS Urban on ArcGIS Enterprise.
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4. Partnerships
Esri and Autodesk Enhance Data Interoperability in ArcGIS Pro
Esri and Autodesk are enhancing data interoperability between their systems by integrating CAD and Revit features into ArcGIS Pro. This collaboration enables users to leverage Esri's GIS capabilities with Autodesk's 2D and 3D modeling tools, such as Civil 3D and Revit, facilitating smoother workflows in planning, designing, and managing projects. This initiative is part of a long-term partnership aimed at breaking down silos between GIS and BIM data, allowing for more efficient and integrated project delivery across various sectors. Check the full article on ENR
Esri and Cintoo Partner to Revolutionize Reality Mapping
The new partnership between Esri and Cintoo is set to revolutionize reality mapping for both indoor and outdoor environments. This collaboration combines Esri's GIS technology with Cintoo's reality capture solutions to create more accurate and detailed maps. The first integration introduces a new map mode in Cintoo's platform, powered by Esri, allowing users to navigate sites more easily and view project data with enhanced detail. This powerful synergy promises to make mapping more efficient, precise, and insightful. Stay tuned for updates on how this partnership will transform our mapping capabilities.
Foster + Partners' Vision for South Sabah Al-Ahmad, Kuwait with Esri's ArcGIS CityEngine
Foster + Partners (F+P) redefines how we want to live, work and play in one of their largest urban design projects, South Sabah Al-Ahmad, Kuwait, a blueprint for a new city for 280,000 residents, with an extensive open space network and a multi-layered public transport system.? Using ArcGIS CityEngine, advanced analytics, visualizations and stories, F+P is shaping the cities of the future.
5. Events
Esri User Conference (UC) Plenary: Watch the recorded Esri User Conference (UC) 2024 Plenary Session and discover the activities that were highlighted during this premier event. Gain insights into how ArcGIS is being used to address industry challenges with demonstrations of the latest Esri technology applied to various sectors.
?Autodesk Integration with ArcGIS Using CAD and BIM Data : Explore techniques for using Autodesk computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) data, such as Civil 3D files, in your GIS workflows with ArcGIS Pro. In this presentation, learn how to geoposition your data and then convert it to a geodatabase for visualization, analysis, and publishing to ArcGIS Online for sharing with your organization.
ArcGIS: How to Create a Digital Twin : Digital twins are everywhere, but how do you build one within the ArcGIS system? This session highlights the different phases of building a digital twin, including subsurface assets, ground elevations, and visualizing the natural and built environments while connecting to real-time data sources.
ArcGIS: XR (Extended Reality) : Expand reality with GIS. Presenters discuss Esri’s vision for extended reality (XR) and show how Esri technology can power augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences across various industries. You also have the opportunity to see GIS data being used with Unity and Unreal Engine game engines to create immersive AR/VR experiences on mobile devices and headsets such as Microsoft HoloLens and Oculus Quest.
Esri Infrastructure Management & GIS Conference (IMGIS): Discover how ArcGIS can optimize operations, boost organizational efficiency, and streamline communication and collaboration across projects. Join industry experts and peers to explore the latest geospatial solutions and management strategies for long-term success.
About Esri Saudi Arabia
Esri Saudi Arabia, a key player in the region's geographic information system (GIS) industry, specializes in providing cutting-edge GIS solutions and services. Leveraging Esri's global leadership in location intelligence, it supports diverse sectors including government, environmental management, and urban planning, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency across Saudi Arabia. Esri Saudi Arabia is committed to innovating and adapting GIS technologies to meet local needs, driving digital transformation and sustainable development in the Kingdom.
Contact: Esri Saudi Arabia
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