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The Ningbo Eco-Corridor, situated in the heart of China’s historic Ningbo city in the Yangtze River Delta, is a pioneering urban green infrastructure project designed to transform a former brownfield and degraded canal area into a vibrant ecological and social asset. This corridor serves as a ‘living filter,’ revitalising native habitats and connecting communities while…

Bahrain Bay is an exclusive waterfront urban development located off the northeast coast of Manama, Bahrain’s capital city. Initiated in 2005, the project transforms reclaimed land into a modern mixed-use district designed to support economic diversification and urban growth. Developed by Arcapita and planned by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), Bahrain Bay stands as a…

Kendall Square, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is renowned as one of the most innovative urban hubs globally. Situated near the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), this district is a leading centre for technology, biotechnology, and life sciences research and development. Kendall Square has undergone major urban renewal and redevelopment efforts to foster a community that…

Thimphu, the capital of Bhutan, is undergoing a visionary riverfront renewal as part of the Wang Chhu Corridor project. This initiative aims to protect the natural river environment while promoting urban regeneration that builds climate resilience, enhances public amenity, and supports sustainable growth aligned with Bhutan’s unique cultural and ecological values. The renewal project integrates…

The Pune Smart City project encompasses integrated development across transportation, housing, environment, and public services. Aundh, Baner, and Balewadi form a crucial cluster within Pune’s Smart City initiative under India’s Smart Cities Mission. These neighbourhoods are pilot zones for area-based development focusing on upgrading urban infrastructure, improving liveability, and showcasing innovative urban planning through integrated technology…

Taoyuan Aerotropolis is a large-scale urban development centred around Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in Taoyuan City. Designed to transform the airport and its surroundings into a world-class transportation, logistics, and industrial hub, it plays a crucial role in Taiwan’s international trade and technological advancement. Taoyuan Aerotropolis is a 4,500-hectare development planned around Taiwan Taoyuan International…

Duqm New City in Oman is an ambitious urban development project designed to transform the Duqm area from a primarily industrial zone into a vibrant, sustainable city. Managed by the Special Economic Zone Authority at Duqm (SEZAD), the project embodies Oman’s vision to diversify its economy while integrating modern urban living spaces with traditional Omani…

Education City, located in Al Rayyan Municipality near Doha, Qatar, is a pioneering educational and research hub developed by the Qatar Foundation to advance knowledge, innovation, and community development. Spanning over 12 square kilometres, it hosts campuses of eight leading international universities alongside research institutes and innovation centres. Education City integrates advanced educational facilities with…

Erlenmatt is a large-scale urban redevelopment and eco-neighbourhood project situated on a former industrial freight yard site in northern Basel. Covering 19 hectares, it is one of Switzerland’s pioneering sustainable districts designed around the principles of energy efficiency, social integration, and ecological responsibility. The development exemplifies Basel’s commitment to innovative urban planning and sustainability standards.…

Mission Rock is a visionary, mixed-use waterfront neighbourhood in San Francisco’s Mission Bay district, developed through a partnership between the San Francisco Giants, Tishman Speyer, and the Port of San Francisco. It transforms a former industrial site into an inclusive, vibrant community that integrates residential, commercial, cultural, and recreational spaces. Covering 28 acres south of…

Smart Forest City Cancun is an innovative urban development project envisioned by architect Stefano Boeri, located near Cancun, Mexico. Spanning approximately 557 hectares, this pioneering city aims to harmonize nature with urban life to create a self-sufficient, eco-efficient metropolis that serves as a model for future urban development emphasizing symbiosis between people and the environment.…

The Luanda-Bengo Special Economic Zone (ZEE) was established in 2009 by the Angolan government as a strategic initiative to boost industrial development, attract domestic and foreign investment, and diversify the economy of Angola. Situated in the Municipality of Viana, Luanda province, ZEE Luanda-Bengo is the largest industrial hub in the country dedicated to fostering economic…

The Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is Thailand’s flagship regional development programme that transforms the three eastern provinces (Chachoengsao, Chonburi and Rayong) into a high-technology manufacturing and services hub under the Thailand 4.0 vision. The EEC combines large infrastructure upgrades (ports, airports, rail and highways), investor incentives and spatial planning to attract the government’s 12 targeted…

Medini Iskandar Malaysia is a flagship smart city development located within Iskandar Puteri in the southern Malaysian state of Johor. Spanning over 2,230 acres, it serves as the commercial and innovation hub of the Iskandar Malaysia economic corridor and aims to be a vibrant, sustainable urban centre attracting global businesses, talent, and investors. Medini integrates…

The Northern Metropolis is a major strategic development initiative by the Hong Kong government aimed at transforming the northern New Territories into a vibrant, sustainable metropolitan area. Spanning more than 30,000 hectares and intended to accommodate about 1.1 million residents, the project focuses on integrated urban development, innovation, and enhancing the quality of life while…

Sejong Special Autonomous City, officially launched in 2012, is a multifunctional administrative city in South Korea, located approximately 120 km south of Seoul. It was established as a key part of the national strategy for balanced regional development and to address the issues of political, economic, and demographic overconcentration in the Seoul Metropolitan Area. Sejong…

Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City, located in Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, is a leading innovation hub established in 2011. It aims to foster scientific and technological advancement by attracting global entrepreneurial and research talent, making Hangzhou a major centre for innovation and industrial development in China. Covering a large area near Xixi National Wetland Park,…

The Tianfu New Area is a state-level new area in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. It was officially incorporated as a district in December 2011. It is designated as an important national development strategy node for both the Belt and Road Initiative and the Yangtze River Economic Belt. Its primary mandate is to serve as a new…

The Jeddah Waterfront Regeneration, officially centred around the Jeddah Central Project, was launched in 2021 by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, with a total investment of SAR 75 billion (USD 20 billion). The core goal is to establish Jeddah as a world-class destination for tourism, culture, and sports on the Red Sea coast, aligning with…

The Green Riyadh Project is a large-scale urban forestation megaproject in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, launched in March 2019 by King Salman bin Abdulaziz and supervised by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC). It is one of four major projects intended to transform the capital city. The core goal is to elevate Riyadh’s global standing,…