SCEWC26
CONGRESS
OVERVIEW
A 3-day program with world-class opinion leaders on the issues that matter.
FROM INSPIRATION TO IMPLEMENTATION
THE CONGRESS ALL CITIES ARE LOOKING TO
The ultimate conversation on what’s next for cities, featuring 600+ international speakers, from industry leaders and innovators to government officials, taking part in it.
1 Main Stage featured inspirational and thought-provoking talks delivered by the biggest names in the industry.
9 Thematic Stages focused on proven urban implementations, funding, and scalability.
Disruptive ideas from leading voices
A few of the world-renowned experts and industry leaders who took the stage at Smart City Expo 2025.
Maimunah Binti Mohd Sharif
Maimunah Binti Mohd Sharif
Mayor,
City of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
City of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Hayley Tabor
Hayley Tabor
VP Global Industries,
Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies
Belit Onay
Belit Onay
Mayor, City of Hannover, Germany / Vice President, Association of German Cities
Cris Turner
Cris Turner
Vice President of Government Affairs and Public Policy, Google
Anna König Jerlmyr
Anna König Jerlmyr
Former Mayor,
City of Stockholm, Sweden
City of Stockholm, Sweden
Priscila Haidar Sakalem
Priscila Haidar Sakalem
State Secretary for Transport,
Government of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Government of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Kees Hertogh
Kees Hertogh
Vice-President,
Healthcare, Life Sciences and Government Marketing, Microsoft
Healthcare, Life Sciences and Government Marketing, Microsoft
Lisa Kelvey
Lisa Kelvey
Global Head of Infrastructure & Transport, KPMG
Ignacio Baistrocchi
Ignacio Baistrocchi
Minister of Public Space and Urban Sanitation, Government of the City of Buenos Aires
Josephine Ong
Josephine Ong
VP Global Industries,
Dell Technologies
Dell Technologies
Anne Le Guennec
Anne Le Guennec
CEO, Water Tech Zone,
Veolia
Veolia
Erin Mendenhall
Erin Mendenhall
Mayor,
Salt Lake City, US
Salt Lake City, US
Meet all the voices that left a lasting impact at SCEWC25.
THE ISSUES THAT MATTER
TOPICS
ENABLING TECHNOLOGIES
AI systems are already making decisions, connectivity networks are being stress-tested, and digital platforms are becoming the nervous system of urban life. The question now is how to deploy it responsibly, equitably and at scale.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
Cities are at a decisive environmental crossroads: resilient energy, climate adaptation, circular resources, nature‑based infrastructure, and decarbonization are now imperatives. How can we redesign energy and urban systems that not only endure but thrive in the decades ahead?
MOBILITY
Urban mobility is being reimagined. Micromobility, shared systems and last‑mile logistics are reshaping movement, while electrification accelerates the shift to cleaner transport. Data‑driven management, multimodal platforms and curbside innovation are now key to reducing congestion and coordinating city flows.
GOVERNANCE & ECONOMY
Cities are rethinking how they operate, collaborate and grow. Digital public institutions, stronger cross‑sector alliances, innovative financing models and dynamic local economies are redefining what urban progress looks like —and how it can be sustained.
LIVING & INCLUSION
Urban life is being redesigned around people: inclusive spaces, strong social systems, digital equity and cultural vitality are becoming the foundations of thriving, human‑centered cities.
INFRASTRUCTURE & BUILDING
The construction and housing sectors are undergoing a profound transformation. Smart technologies, sustainable practices, affordable housing and urban regeneration are reshaping how cities build and who they build for. How can city leaders drive innovation while ensuring inclusive, human-centered development for the greater good of society?
BLUE ECONOMY
As political, economic, and climate challenges reshape our world, the need to accelerate a sustainable and resilient blue economy has never been more urgent. Built on the vast, yet vulnerable ocean, the blue economy must undergo a profound transformation to remain viable and deliver long-term value.
ONE VENUE. MULTIPLE CONFERENCES
Dedicated parallel events deepening our approach on key areas of action.
SCEWC25 UNMISSABLE SESSIONS
RELIVE ALL THE TALKS!
DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT!
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT
OUR CONGRESS
"This is a very good platform to share best practices all over the world, regardless of whether they are from Global North or Global South, because we are all facing the same challenges."
Maimunah Mohd SharifMayor of Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia 
"The greatest benefit of Smart City Expo is that it brings together decision-makers from around the world to showcase what they’ve accomplished in their own cities so other city leaders can learn from their example."
Nikki GreenbergFounder and Chief Innovation Officer | Real Estate of the Future 
"If you start with an actual problem that people are facing, then a technological solution will be inherently useful. And here, at Smart City Expo World Congress, there are plenty of ideas and activity."
David ZipperSenior Fellow | MIT Mobility Initiative 
"It's always good to be in conversation with people and organizations from around the world. Here we can learn about innovation and bring home new ideas to implement."
Linda GustafssonGender Equality Officer | Municipality of Umea, Sweden 
"I’ve been coming for this event for ten years now. And there’s no other place in the world like it. I think it’s an essential place for cities, for anybody who care about the future of our cities. If you’re not here, how are you going to actually connect together?"
Jeff MerrittHead of Urban Transformation | World Economic Forum 
"Events like this create models that inspire both women and men to see collaboration as the natural way to work toward a better life. It’s a great scenario to show us life can be different."
Nidya PesántezRepresentative in Bolivia | UN Women for the Americas and the Caribbean 
"It’s my first time here but I know it’s been running for many years and it’s an amazing event. I think so many of the solutions we need are in these halls… So, not only does it give us the sense of the solutions, I think it can give us a sense of hope and a sense of courage as well."
Claire O’NeillFormer UK Climate and Energy Minister | Global Decarbonization Advisor 
"I strongly believe that this event is like the world stage for the edge innovation in the context of smart cities. It enables us to take advantage of this unique opportunity to go further in the digital transformation to be able to provide quality of life for people in the cities."
Miguel de Castro NetoDean / Urban Analytics Lab Coordinator | NOVA IMS / NOVA Cidade 
