/en en /en/worldwide/security/press_release/thales-and-hassan-allam-construction-sign-cooperation-agreement Hassan Allam Construction and Thales intend to collaborate on opportunities to accelerate market adoption and extend their offer to promote the Smart Digital Platform (SDP) of Thales in the region. As a leading global engineering and investment group with a reputation for excellence, reliability and innovation, Hassan Allam Construction will promote, market, sell and more generally support the Smart Digital Platform, directly or indirectly, within the region. As one of the largest corporations in Egypt and the MENA region, Hassan Allam Construction offers premium services and solutions across engineering, procurement and construction. 16 Nov 2023 2743402 /sites/default/files/prezly/images/prezly_620527_thumbnail.jpg /en/events/milipol/news/smart-cities-making-data-talk-inform-decision-making-process Climate change and galloping urbanisation pose unprecedented challenges to the world's major cities. Half the global population lives in urban areas today, and by 2025 that proportion will be seven out of ten – and cities already account for more than 70% of the world's carbon emissions. Ensuring personal safety, managing crowds, regulating road traffic and improving public transport are key concerns for cities everywhere. To be appealing, they need to be safe, liveable and sustainable, and their vibrancy is measured in terms of their ability to attract new talent, innovative businesses and visitors from around the world. 07 Nov 2023 2743367 /sites/default/files/prezly/images/prezly_620527_thumbnail.jpg