Digitising the construction process

BESIX uses centralised digital platforms that greatly improve the control and monitoring of projects on a daily basis. These are based on a smart connection between the various information available on site, including quantities, cost control, workforce performance and overall planning. This combined data, available in a single and easy-to-use platform, enables progress to be monitored in a timely manner, and problems to be detected and resolved almost instantaneously.

BIM is also used on site to manage the construction phase. In particular, BIM models enable to better prepare, assess and coordinates trades. BIM is also a dynamic collaboration platform where all stakeholders have access to the same model, which improves communication and information sharing.

BESIX uses a wide range of technologies for its construction sites. In addition to services developed internally by its teams, the group collaborates with various companies and start-ups from all over the world.

These technologies range from digital mapping for its renovation projects and the application of robotics to the use of the Internet of Things, for example to monitor in real time the evolution of concrete maturity or to improve the human organisation and safety of a construction site.

BESIX is also one of the early adopters of Conneqtr, an initiative that brings together various players in the Belgian construction industry. This initiative consists of digitising the processes linked to the administration of construction sites, particularly as regards the registration of workers and the delivery of materials.

BESIX 3D is a division within BESIX that specialises in 3D concrete printing, a technology which presents shorter construction time, higher freedom in shape and less waste. In Dubai, BESIX 3D has notably build the world’s largest 3D concrete façade.

More info: BESIX 3D - BESIX Group's innovative 3D concrete printing solutions.

BESIX is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of its construction sites. Initiatives by the company include the world's largest solar installation on a building site, installed in collaboration with Enerwhere to supply electricity to the construction of the Dubai Uptown Tower.

In the Netherlands, BESIX is certified at level 5 of the CO2 Performance Ladder, an initiative which the company is promoting for expansion in other European states. This initiative encourages companies to structurally reduce CO2 within their activities, projects and value chain.

In the field of waste management, BESIX has participated in the creation of the Belgian platform Werflink, which consists of exchanging and selling surplus materials and construction waste. BESIX also uses various techniques to limit its construction waste as much as possible, in particular via the Last Planner System®.