The NLEX-SLEX Connector Road Project, an ambitious P22.03B project aimed at enhancing connectivity and alleviating traffic congestion in Metro Manila is one of 3 finalists in the Road and Highways category of Bentley Systems 2024 Going Digital Awards Year of Infrastructure Awards (YII).
Vying for honors alongside the NLEX-SLEX Connector Road are the China Road and Bridge Corporation, China Highway Engineering Consulting Corporation for the Phnom Penh – Bavet Expressway, Phnom-Penh, Cambodia; and WISDRI Engineering & Research Incorporation Limited for the implementation of the Wuhan Gaoxin 4th Road Comprehensive Reconstruction Project, Wuhan, Hubei, China.
Bentley Systems, the world’s leading infrastructure engineering software company, hold the prestigious Going Digital Awards annually. This annual event celebrates the groundbreaking work of Bentley software users globally, highlighting how innovative software solutions are driving advancements in infrastructure development, ultimately contributing to a better quality of life. This year, the competition received over 250 nominations from 36 countries, resulting in 36 finalists selected across 12 categories.
“This year’s Going Digital Awards finalists represent an impressive mix of international projects that are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on land, at sea, and underground. These programs highlight engineering genius; they showcase the teams of infrastructure professionals that are unlocking the power of data with AI, digital twins, immersive visualizations, and more, to make modern life possible,” Kristin Fallon, Bentley Systems’ Chief Marketing Officer said as she underscored the significance of infrastructure in connecting communities and fostering economic growth. She praised the 2024 finalists, stating, “we applaud and celebrate each finalist for their outstanding achievements to make better, more resilient critical infrastructure for an improved quality of life.”
These finalists will now have the opportunity to present their projects to an esteemed panel of 34 independent judges.
The winners will be announced on October 9th at the 2024 Going Digital Awards event, taking place at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver.
The Going Digital Awards continue to serve as a platform for recognizing and inspiring innovation within the infrastructure engineering sector.
By showcasing the transformative potential of digital technologies, Bentley Systems is encouraging further advancements that will shape the future of our built environment.
Upon completion, the NLEX-SLEX Connector Road is expected to yield substantial benefits.
It is projected to significantly reduce travel time between key destinations, such as SLEX-Alabang to NLEX-Balintawak, from 2 hours to a mere 20 minutes. Similarly, the travel time from Clark to Calamba will be shortened from 3 hours to approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes. An estimated 35,000 motorists/vehicles are expected to benefit daily from this improved connectivity.
Additionally, the project will enhance accessibility between NAIA and Clark airports, facilitating smoother travel for both domestic and international passengers.
