AECOM launches Singapore AI center for underground infrastructure planning
AECOM has announced the launch of its Underground Infrastructure AI Innovation Centre in Singapore, backed by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). The initiative aims to support Singapore’s vision for sustainable urban development by optimizing underground spaces.
The Centre, led by experts in urban planning and infrastructure, will focus on creating AI-driven solutions that enhance data quality, improve underground utility mapping, and protect underground areas for current and future developments. It will also collaborate with academic institutions and industry partners for skill development.
“Infrastructure planning in dense urban environments like Singapore demands innovation,” said Jee Yi Ying, AECOM Singapore Managing Director. “The Underground Infrastructure AI Innovation Centre represents a bold step forward in how we harness digital tools to solve complex underground design challenges. With the support of the EDB, we’re accelerating the future of infrastructure delivery and building capabilities that benefit Singapore and beyond.”
To automate and streamline the design and surveying processes of underground utilities, the Centre is developing advanced software, which is poised to reduce manual checks and project delays. The tools will evaluate existing underground data, pinpoint congested areas, and provide recommendations for better space utilization, taking into account factors like constructability and maintainability.
This initiative aligns with AECOM’s global commitment to technical excellence and aims to enhance its digital infrastructure capabilities through investments in AI and advanced survey technologies. Additionally, the Centre will offer training and upskilling for professionals to foster careers in digitally savvy engineering.
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