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Sweco has secured a new framework agreement with Rijkswaterstaat, the Dutch government agency responsible for the modernisation and development of infrastructure and water management. “Rijkswaterstaat’s ambitious renewal projects directly address climate challenges and the modernisation of primary infrastructure in the Netherlands. Sweco is proud to provide engineering, design and sustainability expertise to enhance these projects’ effectiveness. We have a long-standing relationship with Rijkswaterstaat and, together, we will continue to develop resilient, future-proof infrastructure that enhances mobility and quality of life in the Netherlands,” says Eugene Grüter, Business Area President, Sweco in the Netherlands. Sweco will provide engineering services for major renewal projects over the next four to six years. While the order value for Sweco is yet to be determined, the overall maximum value of the framework agreement is approximately EUR 1.7 billion. #SwecoGroup #TransformingSocietyTogether

Sweco has signed an agreement with Polish Waters to develop design documentation for the planned Kamieniec Ząbkowicki reservoir on the Nysa Kłodzka River – one of Poland’s largest hydrotechnical infrastructure projects. The project is part of a national programme to boost climate resilience in water management. Sweco’s contract value is approx. EUR 14.6 million. “The Kamieniec Ząbkowicki reservoir project is a great fit for Sweco, as it will be one of the largest hydrotechnical infrastructure elements in Poland, and is of strategic importance in terms of national water security and climate resilience. Our experts will design a solution that meets high technical standards, while concurrently minimising environmental impact,” says Maciej Chrzanowski, President of Sweco in Poland. #SwecoGroup #TransformingSocietyTogether

🔥 Challenge Accepted: Hout en vuur: geen vrienden, of toch? Houtbouw zit in de lift. 🌲 Duurzaam, circulair en esthetisch. Maar één vraag blijft brandend actueel: 👉 Hoe maken we bouwen met hout brandveilig? In deze aflevering van Challenge Accepted praat Nika Gordts met Ralf Bruyninckx en Steven Paulussen over de risico’s, mythes en innovaties die de toekomst van brandveilig houtbouw vormgeven. 🎧 Beluister de aflevering: 🔹 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eXJr_XCj 🔹 Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/ewgANt2Q 🔹 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/e7Ujyz_9 🔹 Website: https://lnkd.in/eKaWt4cr #ChallengeAccepted #Houtbouw #Brandveiligheid #Podcast #BeSweco #FireSafety

🚉 Designing journeys for a sustainable future isn’t just about moving people from A to B—it’s about shaping experiences, connecting communities and building infrastructure that lasts for generations. At Sweco, we believe transport architecture is more than functional. Stations, terminals and hubs form the gateways to our cities, influencing how places are experienced and remembered. They must be safe, accessible, resilient—and above all—sustainable. As mobility transitions towards rail, fossil-free transport and cycling, architects and engineers face the challenge of creating environments that not only enable seamless travel but also encourage greener choices. Our latest article highlights how Sweco is contributing to this shift through some of Europe’s most complex infrastructure projects, including:    🔹 Stockholm’s metro expansion – designing safe, accessible and art-filled underground stations, including Sofia station 100 metres below ground.  🔹 Tripla Station in Helsinki – a LEED Platinum-certified transport hub that unites districts and creates a new urban heart for the city.  🔹 Frankfurt’s U5 metro extension – a precision tunnelling project that balances technical innovation with urban integration.  By combining architecture and engineering, Sweco designs hubs that are efficient, human-centred and adaptable for decades to come. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dSDvqZQy #SwecoGroup #TransformingSocietyTogether 

Durf jij je gebouw slimmer te laten sturen dan je gebruikers? 🤖 Waarom ontwikkelaars en gebouwbeheerders geavanceerde regelstrategie moeten overwegen. 👉 Zelfs het meest duurzame gebouw wordt pas echt gemaakt door de mensen die erin leven en werken. Hun gewoontes en activiteiten bepalen hoe energie wordt verbruikt. Door een innovatieve combinatie van fysische modellen en realtime voorspellingen garanderen we: ✅ gemiddeld 20 tot 40% extra energiebesparing ✅ beter comfort en binnenklimaat ✨ Hoe we dat voor elkaar krijgen? Dat ontdek je tijdens het seminarie: Optimale HVAC-regeling, fault detection en data-gedreven renovatie. 📅 Maandag 13 oktober – 12:30-18:00 📍 Herman Teirlinckgebouw, Brussel 🎓Met bijdragen van @VEKA, @Buildwise, Sweco, @Het Facilitair Bedrijf, @Builtwins en @KU Leuven. 🎆 Unieke mix van beleidsvisies, technische innovaties en praktijkervaringen 👉 Bekijk het programma & schrijf je in: https://lnkd.in/easMTy8i

Europe is the fastest-warming continent and with it comes escalating risks: deadly heatwaves, destructive floods and mounting pressure on our cities and infrastructure. Recent floods across Europe have made one thing clear: resilience isn’t optional, it’s essential. Building critical infrastructure resilience requires more than risk assessments. It demands a continuous, interdisciplinary effort — from understanding asset-level vulnerabilities to preventing cascade effects across interconnected systems. As climate change accelerates and knowledge evolves, resilience must be treated as an ongoing journey. Regular assessments, updated strategies and cross-sector collaboration are vital to safeguarding communities and economies. At Sweco, we see from our projects that resilience is never a one-off achievement but a process of adaptation and improvement. Each step generates insights that help cities and sectors make smarter, more cost-effective decisions in the face of uncertainty. Read the full article to explore the seven steps to protect Europe’s vital infrastructure: https://lnkd.in/dXaWMRUy #SwecoGroup #TransformingSocietyTogether  

Vandaag vult geroezemoes de gangen en begint voor honderden leerlingen een nieuwe ontdekkingstocht. 📚✨ Voor de leerlingen van de Egied Van Broeckhovenschool is deze eerste schooldag extra bijzonder: hun school combineert erfgoed en innovatie in een duurzame leeromgeving, gerealiseerd in een voormalig industrieel pand. Dankzij circulaire bouwtechnieken, doordachte akoestiek en slimme energie-oplossingen is het gebouw vandaag méér dan een school: het is een plek die motiveert, verbindt en uitnodigt tot groeien. Eva Deheegher en Volker Spessart lichten in onze video’s toe hoe zij hun expertise hier inzetten. 🎥 Een grote dank aan de school en directrice Corine Versteylen voor de inspirerende samenwerking. Samen tonen we hoe architectuur bijdraagt aan een betere toekomst – voor leerlingen, buurt en stad. Vzw Ignatius scholen in beweging B2Ai architects Alheembouw NV #BeSweco #transformingsocietytogether #egiedvanbroeckhoven 🌱🏫

When we think about critical infrastructure failures, power cuts or flooded roads may come to mind. But the reality is far more complex and dangerous. Infrastructure systems are deeply interconnected. A single disruption like extreme rainfall flooding a subway station can cascade into widespread failures across transport, water, electricity and even healthcare. The result? Entire cities grind to a halt, businesses lose productivity and communities are left vulnerable. And the damage doesn’t stop at the physical level. The psychological toll is often underestimated. After severe flooding, residents in many European cities report persistent anxiety—some checking weather apps every hour, fearing the next storm. When essential facilities like schools, hospitals and care homes are impacted, it’s not just about logistics; it’s about safety, stability and emotional well-being. This “hidden layer” of impact matters just as much as rebuilding damaged assets. True resilience isn’t only about hardening infrastructure—it’s also about supporting communities to withstand both the visible and invisible effects of climate-driven disasters. Cities across Europe are beginning to map these risks and interdependencies, sparking new collaborations across energy, transport, water and telecom networks. But more needs to be done to embed emotional resilience alongside technical solutions. Sweco’s recent study of 26 European cities sheds light on how municipalities are confronting these challenges. Worth a read for anyone working on urban resilience and climate adaptation: https://lnkd.in/dv-ywtrU #SwecoGroup #TransformingSocietyTogether  

Hospitals are places where some of life’s most intense moments unfold – hope and joy, but also worry and grief. For patients, it’s often a time of vulnerability. For staff, it’s a place of great responsibility and high demands. That’s why healthcare environments must be designed with equal care for both recovery and work. At Sweco, we create spaces for difficult conversations, compassionate farewells, learning and advanced treatment. We know that architecture can make a measurable difference to well-being – from the calming effect of greenery and daylight to the efficiency of clear flows and functional workspaces. Healthcare needs are changing faster than ever, driven by political priorities, medical breakthroughs, demographic shifts and technology. The right design doesn’t just meet today’s needs – it adapts to tomorrow’s. In our client projects across Europe – from Finland’s user-oriented Ahvenisto Hospital to Stuttgart’s integrated Cancer Centre and the transformation of UZ Brussels – we combine functionality, sustainability and humanity. Each project is rooted in research, shaped by collaboration and focused on enhancing the experience of both patients and staff. Discover how we’re helping shape the future of healthcare design: https://lnkd.in/dYy8wttQ #SwecoGroup #TransformingSocietyTogether

Hellettä on kesällä piisannut sekä Suomessa että muualla Euroopassa, eikä se ole enää liiallisena kovin odotettu kesäkokemus. Selvitimme Swecolla vuonna 2024 Euroopan kaupunkien valmiutta torjua helleaaltojen haittoja. Analysoimme ilmastonkestävyyttä ja varautumista koskevia toimintaprosesseja ja politiikkoja 24 kaupungissa eri puolilla Eurooppaa. Lisäksi haastattelimme kuuden kaupungin edustajia helleaaltoihin varautumiseen liittyen: Bryssel, Kööpenhamina, Helsinki, Oslo, Rotterdam ja Tukholma. Selvityksessä korostuu datan puute erityisesti helteiden vaikutuksista haavoittuvassa asemassa oleviin ihmisryhmiin. Tutustu aiheeseen ja lataa Swecon Urban Insight –raportti: https://lnkd.in/dz7J-_Nv #UrbanInsight #ilmastonmuutos #helleaallot #lämpösaarekeilmiö #hyvinvointi #resilienssi #transformingsocietytogether #swecofinland