AAU Hosts the First Concrete Convention 2025, Bringing Together 20 Companies and 7 Leading Universities
Al Ain University successfully hosted the First Concrete Convention 2025, bringing together 20 leading companies and 7 universities from across the UAE in a dynamic and impactful event. The strong engagement, high energy, and depth of discussions reflected the ambition and growth of the concrete community across both academia and industry.
The convention featured six in-depth presentations delivered by six exceptional speakers, who explored key topics including sustainability, innovation, materials, and emerging concrete technologies. Each session opened the door to new insights and fostered meaningful dialogue and collaboration.
Speakers included:
- Dr. Jad Bawab – British Applied College, Umm Al Quwain
- Eng. Lubna Sinan – Milieu Environmental Consultancy
- Eng. Ahmad Mandalawi – Bekaert Emirates LLC
- Eng. Daniel Touma – Sika UAE
- Eng. Tolga Tasci – Zublin Construction L.L.C
- Dr. Mohammed Zuaiter – Khalifa University
A major highlight of the convention was the student exhibition organized by AAU’s Civil Engineering students, who showcased innovative concrete products designed for modern applications. Their creativity, technical expertise, and commitment to sustainability were strongly evident—an achievement that reflects both the promising future of the field and AAU’s ongoing excellence.
In addition, several leading equipment suppliers demonstrated advanced technologies and cutting-edge systems in concrete production, testing, and quality control. Their participation brought significant value to the event and helped bridge the gap between academic research and real-world implementation.
The convention successfully created a platform where: Industry explored practical and ready-to-deploy innovations, academia shared research shaping the future of the field, and students presented fresh perspectives and next-generation ideas. Through this collaboration, the event strengthened the link between research, technology, and application, laying the foundation for an annual tradition that will continue to grow in reach and impact.
