IDOM Consulting, Engineering, Architecture

In the exhibition The City and the World, in Athens, we are showing three projects   The exhibition 'The City and the World', organised by the Chicago Athenaeum Museum and the European Centre for Architecture and Design, opened on 20 September at the European Centre-Contemporary Space in Athens. It brought together a selection of the projects submitted for the International Architecture Awards. Those that we consider to be the best examples of international architecture, particularly those that stand out for their concern for sustainability and ecological design," said the organisers.   Among them were our car park in Nantes, the new AGUR headquarters and the sports centre in Tarbes. Curiously, all three are in France.   The exhibition was open until 6 October and was visited by hundreds of people. The Chicago Athenaeum Museum for Architecture and Design -------------------- Exponemos tres proyectos en la muestra The city and the world, en Atenas El pasado día 20 de septiembre tuvo lugar la inauguración, en el European Centre-Contemporary Space Athens, de la exposición “The city and the world”, organizada por el Chicago Athenaeum Museum y el Centro Europeo de Arquitectura y diseño. En ella reunieron una selección de los proyectos presentados a los premios International Architecture Awards. “Aquellos que hemos considerado los mejores ejemplos de arquitectura internacional, y que destacan especialmente por su preocupación por la sostenibilidad y el diseño ecológico”, comentaban desde la organización.    Entre ellos se encontraban nuestro parking en Nantes, la nueva sede de AGUR y el centro deportivo en Tarbes. Curiosamente, los tres en Francia.    La exposición estuvo abierta hasta el 6 de octubre y recibió la visita de cientos de personas.   

IDOM's project featured on the cover of ENR We are thrilled to announce that our work on the Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT) enclosure has been highlighted on the cover of Engineering News-Record (ENR), a testament to our commitment to cutting-edge engineering solutions in the field of astronomical research. The GMT, once completed, will be one of the world’s most advanced ground-based telescopes, designed to provide unprecedented clarity in observing the universe. This recognition underscores the innovative engineering behind the telescope’s rotating enclosure, which is crucial for its operation in the challenging conditions of the Atacama desert. “This project is not only a remarkable engineering challenge but also an incredibly passionate journey for our team. The complexity of the GMT’s design pushes us to innovate continually, and we are proud to contribute to a project that will redefine our understanding of the cosmos.” says Nerea Castro, deputy project manager for the GMT enclosure design. “While there are large telescopes in seismically active regions such as Chile and Hawaii, use of seismic isolation on the structures is relatively uncommon. But as the telescopes get larger and more elaborate, it’s a concern”, says Tom Lorentz, president of North American operations for Spain-based IDOM. This has been one of the most interesting challenges as the seismic isolation system must provide the necessary stiffness for the telescope fine operation while providing isolation in case of seismic event avoiding harming any of the telescope’s hardware. This project reflects our dedication to advancing astronomical capabilities while adhering to the highest engineering standards. We look forward to the continued development of this groundbreaking facility, which is set to reshape our understanding of the cosmos. ENR article can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gJETpJdH

We participated in the National Conference for the Defence of Competition, held at the Euskalduna Palace in Bilbao on 17 and 18 October.   During the event, highly relevant topics were discussed. These included the challenges facing the European Union in the current geopolitical situation, digital and climate change, and migration flows, among others. Joaquín Almunia, European Commissioner for Competition between 2010 and 2014, offered his vision of competition policy in this context.   The main priorities of the EU were reviewed, focusing on sustainability, security and competitiveness. This highlighted the EU's loss of economic ground to the United States and China, and underlined the urgency of a common industrial and energy policy among Member States.   Among the various discussions that took place, one of the most prominent was the impact of competition law on the energy sector. Issues such as the impact of third country subsidies on the internal market were addressed.   The project "Municipalities and Competition", promoted by the Competition Authorities of several Autonomous Communities, was also reviewed, analyzing key aspects such as contract renewals and small contracts.   Finally, the most innovative methods for detecting cartels were presented, highlighting the role of artificial intelligence, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of competition.   #JornadasCompetencia2024 #CompetitionDefense #Compliance #CompetitionLaw

IDOM is proud to have been part of the “Test Talks” hosted by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult during WindEnergy Hamburg 2024. It was an excellent opportunity to share our vision of wind energy testing technologies and to be part of the presentation of ORE Catapult new 150m blade testing facility whose design and construction is being led by IDOM. This exciting project will support the next generation of wind turbine blades. At IDOM, we are proud to collaborate with ORE Catapult in advancing offshore wind technology and in reaffirming the importance of continuous innovation in the sector. A huge thank you to the ORE Catapult team for organizing this engaging session. We look forward to continuing to push the boundaries of what’s possible in wind energy! Read more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/ebWUuCCu

We participated in the XXXI Latin American Hydraulics Congress in Medellín, where our experts presented innovative projects in water balance and reversible pumping stations. We also discussed ecohydrological solutions for sustainable cities, emphasizing the importance of integrating nature into urban water management.   Oscar Antonio Ruiz and José Luis Palencia, from the Water Department, presented water balance and reversible pumping stations, while José Alberto Gaona, from the Environment Department, presented nature-based solutions for sustainable cities. The collaboration of our experts reaffirms our commitment to sustainability and innovation in water management. Edwin Rojas Toledo Lizdunia Montes Rodríguez Jose A. G. Full details and our presentations are available on our website: https://lnkd.in/dA-4bEUa ---------------- Innovación hídrica y sostenibilidad en IDOM Participamos en el XXXI Congreso Latinoamericano de Hidráulica en Medellín, donde nuestros expertos presentaron proyectos innovadores en balance hídrico y centrales de bombeo reversibles. Además, debatimos sobre soluciones ecohidrológicas para ciudades sostenibles, destacando la importancia de la integración de la naturaleza en la gestión urbana del agua.   Oscar Antonio Ruiz y José Luis Palencia, del departamento de Water, expusieron sobre balance hídrico y centrales de bombeo reversibles, mientras que José Alberto Gaona, del departamento de Medio Ambiente, presentó soluciones basadas en la naturaleza para ciudades sostenibles. La colaboración de nuestros expertos reafirma nuestro compromiso con la sostenibilidad y la innovación en la gestión hídrica. Edwin Rojas Toledo Lizdunia Montes Rodríguez Jose A. G.   Los detalles completos y nuestras ponencias están disponibles en nuestra web: https://lnkd.in/dA-4bEUa

Gracias por visitarnos en el Minerals and Mining Hall    La semana pasada, IDOM participó en el MMH. Mining and Minerals Hall, la mayor feria minera de España que celebró su quinta edición este año en el FIBES-Palacio de Exposiciones y Congresos de Sevilla). Nuestros compañeros, Vicente Malde, Javier Bailly-Bailliere, Almudena Casado Chacón Pello Alfonso-Muniozguren, PhD y Laura Fernández asistieron en representación de IDOM. Fue un placer intercambiar experiencias, conocimientos y los últimos avances en el campo de la minería con todas las personas que se acercaron a visitarnos en nuestro stand.  Gracias a todos por vuestro interés, y... ¡Nos vemos en el próximo MMH!  #MMH2024 #mineria #minerales #innovacion

IDOM is participating for the first time in the COP16 on Biodiversity, which will be held in Cali, Colombia, from October 21 to November 1, 2024 COP16 marks the first assessment of the goals established in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, which aims to halt and reverse biodiversity loss. This objective is approached through ecosystem protection, climate change mitigation, preservation of endangered species, and the development of nature-based solutions to environmental challenges. These goals are also ours, and we want to be part of achieving them. Over the next few days, we will be in Cali, learning and sharing our experience alongside our colleagues. Diana Nicol Garzón Palacios Jose A. G. Pablo Soler Vélez Ginna Karina V. Marcela Zambrano Polanco John E. Feo Duitama José E. Discover what they will be doing: https://lnkd.in/efb4NiF9 -------------------- IDOM participa por primera vez en la COP 16 de Biodiversidad, que se celebra en Cali (Colombia)  del 21 de octubre al 1 de noviembre de 2024   La COP16 supone la primera evaluación de las metas establecidas en el Marco Global de Biodiversidad Kunming-Montreal, cuyo objetivo es detener y revertir la pérdida de biodiversidad. Este objetivo se aborda desde la protección de ecosistemas, la mitigación del cambio climático, la preservación de especies en peligro y el desarrollo de soluciones basadas en la naturaleza para problemas ambientales.   Estas metas son también la nuestras, y queremos ser parte de su consecución. Por ello, los próximos días estaremos en Cali aprendiendo y compartiendo nuestra experiencia, de la mano de nuestros compañeros.   Descubre qué estarán haciendo:  https://lnkd.in/efb4NiF9

Last October 17, our colleague Borja Manzano Hidalgo participated in the II Technical Conference “R+D+i in Materials and Technologies for the Construction and Maintenance of Railway Infrastructures”, organized by the Laboratory of Construction Engineering of the Universidad de Granada (LabIC ) and the #PTFE - Spanish Railways Foundation , with the collaboration of ADIF, CEDEX - Centro de Estudios y Experimentación de Obras Públicas and the #AOPJA - Junta de Andalucía.   During his speech, Borja presented "Rail Báltica: Rail design's contribution to the SDGs', highlighting how IDOM is leading the commitment to sustainability in the design of railway infrastructure.   The day covered key advances in emissions reduction, digitalisation and the use of recycled materials, as well as exploring solutions for noise and vibration reduction, to drive a more sustainable and efficient future for the railway sector. https://lnkd.in/dXEbcNvV #IDOM #Sustainability #Innovation #RailwaySystems #RailTransit #SDG #DigitalTransformation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ El pasado 17 de octubre, nuestro compañero Borja Manzano Hidalgo participó en la II Jornada Técnica "I+D+i en Materiales y Tecnologías para la Construcción y Mantenimiento de Infraestructuras Ferroviarias", organizada por el Laboratorio de Ingeniería de la Construcción de la Universidad de Granada (LabIC ) y la #PTFE - Fundación Ferrocarriles Españoles, con la colaboración de ADIF, CEDEX - Centro de Estudios y Experimentación de Obras Públicas  y la #AOPJA -  Junta de Andalucía. Durante su intervención, Borja presentó “Rail Báltica: Contribución a los ODS desde el diseño ferroviario”, destacando cómo IDOM lidera el compromiso con la sostenibilidad en el diseño de infraestructuras ferroviarias. La jornada abordó avances clave en la reducción de emisiones, la digitalización y el uso de materiales reciclados, además de explorar soluciones para la reducción de ruidos y vibraciones, impulsando un futuro más sostenible y eficiente para el sector ferroviario. #IDOM #Sostenibilidad #Innovación #SistemasFerroviarios #Ferrocarriles #ODS #TransformaciónDigital

Enfoque One Health para redefinir el futuro sanitario IDOM está participando en proyectos de innovación sanitaria con enfoque One Health. Este nuevo paradigma, integrador y unificador, impulsado por la Organización Mundial de la Salud, reconoce que la salud de los seres humanos, los animales, las plantas y los ecosistemas están interconectados y son interdependientes. Es un enfoque por el que apuestan las organizaciones globales relacionadas con la salud, como la propia OMS, en colaboración con la OMSA, la FAO, y el PNUMA, así como la Unión europea (con financiación específica) y gobiernos nacionales y regionales. Uno de los grandes desafíos globales es la creciente resistencia bacteriana y la pérdida de eficacia de terapias convencionales como los antibióticos. En este contexto, el Gobierno de Aragón, a través del Instituto Aragonés de Ciencias de la Salud (IACS), está definiendo un proyecto integral basado en la investigación de terapias avanzadas innovadoras contra microorganismos multirresistentes a partir del desarrollo de bacteriófagos, así como de vectores no virales, y que incluirá un sistema de vigilancia epidemiológica y la creación de un entorno Sandbox de innovación aplicado a One Health, en el que se permitirá la implementación de soluciones novedosas, para lo que la provincia de Teruel reúne unas condiciones inmejorables. El proyecto One Health del Gobierno de Aragón será presentado en una jornada que tendrá lugar el día 6 de noviembre, incluyendo una Mesa redonda de debate que moderará IDOM. La asistencia al evento podrá ser presencial u on-line. Visita la web del proyecto, donde puedes ampliar la información e inscribirte:  https://lnkd.in/dchMhcwa #OneHealth #SaludGlobal #InnovaciónSanitaria

IDOM to lead the construction of new blade testing facilities in the UK We are proud to announce that IDOM has been selected as the lead contractor by the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult for the construction of a new 150m blade testing facility (upgradeable to 180m). This project is part of the expansion of ORE Catapult's testing centers, funded with £85.6 million from UKRI, which will keep the UK at the forefront of innovation in offshore wind energy. Our new facility will provide certification testing for the next generation of wind turbine blades, exceeding the requirements of the IEC61400-23 standard. With a fully controllable, tilt-able hub support, the facility will offer enhanced operational agility, flexibility, and efficiency for testing. Armando Bilbao Arechabala, Operations Director at IDOM, highlights: “IDOM is very proud to collaborate again with the ORE Catapult team towards the design completion, fabrication, and construction of what will be the largest blade testing facility in the world.” Learn more about how we are driving the future of offshore wind technology in the UK: https://lnkd.in/dBNhD_q8 #testbench #testing #blades #windenergy #testsystems #bearing #nacelles #drivetrain