The United Arab Emirates is building more than a railway—it's building a more connected, resilient future. Etihad Rail stretches from the Saudi border to the port of Fujairah, linking cities, ports and logistics hubs across the country and beyond. With Jacobs as a key delivery partner since day one, the network is redefining what’s possible in fast-tracked, sustainable infrastructure.
Jacobs helped Riyadh Infrastructure Projects Center cut thousands of infrastructure conflicts, streamline 150,000 permits annually and deliver an AI-powered coordination system that supports sustainable growth ahead of major global events and Vision 2030 goals.
Some established visualization platforms are fast to deploy but offer limited flexibility and customization potential. Other solutions offer nearly endless flexibility but take time and funding to develop. Many organizations are gravitating toward platforms originally designed for gaming, because they
Connecting people, places and economies through sustainable, resilient and digitally enabled transportation solutions
How are PFAS affecting your work and our world? Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances are a large class of long-lasting, synthetic chemicals used extensively in industrial and household products. Many PFAS don’t degrade readily on their own, and some are highly mobile in the environment. They can be found worldwide in water, soil, air, plants, animals and even our bloodstreams. We’re still uncovering the full impact of these chemicals on the health of humans and our environment, but here’s what is clear: it’s a complex challenge at scale to remediate these so-called “forever” chemicals. Our guests are defining the solutions for clients and the industry: Sharon Minchak, former Global Solutions Director for Remediation and Regeneration at Jacobs, and Dr. Russell Ford, Global Director for Drinking Water & Reuse Solutions at Jacobs.
Download our paper to explore the three common types of building and infrastructure digital twins, their impact on business outcomes and a structured approach to digital twin planning that overcomes common challenges.
"It starts with one simple question: What makes this place this place? Before I talk about new infrastructure or shiny assets, I want to understand the town’s identity: its history, people and pride. When places are struggling, it’s easy to
