When: Monday, June 8, 2026
Where: Hotel Crowne Plaza, Mannerheimintie 50, Helsinki
What: Meet 20 international municipal engineers in a speed‑talk event
Are you an engineering or design student dreaming of an international career? On Monday, June 8, you’ll have a rare chance to meet municipal engineers from more than 15 countries in a fast‑paced “speed‑date” style session.
Curious how roads are built in New Zealand? Priyani can explain how road authorities operate under the national government—completely different from Finland’s city-led system—and what that means for civil engineers in reality.
Interested in water challenges? Meet Rob from Rotterdam. With rising sea levels threatening the city, he’ll share how 500‑year‑old canals are being redesigned and modernized to protect residents.
Or maybe China inspires you. Kevin will talk about his award‑winning project that combines nature, health, walkability, and recreation in an urban district that serves nearly 30,000 people every day.
And that’s just the beginning. These stories represent only a few of the engineers joining us in Helsinki for IFME’s World Congress. As engineers, we believe in giving back—and on Monday, we are inviting you to be part of the conversation. Join us at the Hotel Crowne Plaza to hear our experiences, share your ideas, and discuss your challenges.
How can we build a world that is faster, smarter, and more sustainable?
What role will future engineers—like you—play in solving energy and infrastructure challenges?
What perspectives do you bring that we may not yet see?
We’ll be there. Will we see you?
Tickets for this exclusive event are available on the IFME 2026 website. Registration is limited to the first 50 participants—so don’t wait!