FIDIC Global Infrastructure Conference 2025

The infrastructure sector continues to be in the spotlight as world governments look to investments in their national social and physical infrastructure as being crucial to delivering on their economic plans over the years ahead. Previous FIDIC conferences have explored the various aspects of how we ensure we deliver on this.

It is fitting that 2025 is hosted in Cape Town, as the G20 presidency is handed over to South Africa. With a G20 theme for the year around fostering solidarity, equality and sustainable development, there could be no better time or place for the infrastructure sector to meet and show its excellence, integrity and significance in shaping a better tomorrow for all.

FIDIC's flagship annual event is attended by the wider infrastructure industry including clients, governments, politicians, contractors, lawyers, financiers and architects, to name but a few. Attendees will be able to take advantage of unrivalled networking opportunities and discussions can also take place with key partners to the conference, in network areas as part of forums, to help build capacity building and knowledge sharing.

The 2025 FIDIC Global Infrastructure Conference will be held in the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 21-23 September 2025 and we invite the engineering, construction and infrastructure sector to join us in South Africa to help enact the changes we need today to create a better tomorrow.

Theme - Smart Infrastructure: Equality, Resilience and Innovation for a Sustainable World.

The 2025 FIDIC Global Infrastructure Conference will explore how smart infrastructure can drive a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable world. As global challenges intensify, the need for innovative solutions in infrastructure development has never been greater. The event will highlight how technology, sustainability, and inclusivity can work together to create infrastructure that meets the needs of all communities while ensuring long-term resilience.

With a focus on equality, resilience, and innovation, industry leaders will discuss strategies to bridge infrastructure gaps, enhance climate adaptability, and leverage cutting-edge advancements. From digital transformation to sustainable financing, the conference will examine how smarter, more efficient infrastructure can support economic growth while addressing global sustainability goals.

Why attend?

The 2025 FIDIC Global Infrastructure Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, will bring together global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss the future of infrastructure under the theme "Smart Infrastructure: Equality, Resilience and Innovation for a Sustainable World". In collaboration with the G20, the event will provide a timely platform to explore how infrastructure can drive economic growth, sustainability, and innovation. Attendees will gain valuable insights from high-level discussions, expert panels, and networking sessions with key decision-makers from across the industry.

Bringing together delegates from over 100 countries, including FIDIC’s global member associations, the conference will foster collaboration among clients, engineers, contractors, financiers, and policymakers. Hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), the event will offer unparalleled opportunities for knowledge-sharing, capacity building and business growth.

Changing lives - How good infrastructure can change people’s lives and improve nations’ prospects.
What is best in class? - What does good infrastructure look like and how can it work for everyone?
Tomorrow is sustainable and resilient - Good infrastructure means sustainable infrastructure - and why this matters.
Managing risks - How can we deliver infrastructure and manage risk in an uncertain world?
The value conundrum – squaring the circle on cost and long-term sustainability.
Finance is key - What happens if the cost of finance and funding does not fall.
Net zero update – will we hit sustainability targets and save the planet?

Advocacy – Navigating changing political beliefs to collaborate in delivery?
The informed client – in the ever-changing world, creating leadership from the outset.
Developing world focus – different routes to delivery in a diverse world.
Global infrastructure showcase – best practice groundbreaking solutions from around the world.
Digital revolution – how AI and technological developments are helping to deliver better, more efficient and effective infrastructure projects.
Plan for tomorrow today – attracting, retaining and developing people and skills to enable companies to flourish.