Institution of Engineering and Technology
The Institution of Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary professional engineering institution.
- Date
- 03 July 2025
- Time
- 14:00 - 17:30 BST (GMT+1)
- Location
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Institution of Civil Engineers One Great George Street Westminster London, SW1 3AA United Kingdom
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Overview
As cities evolve to meet the challenges of the 21st century, CHAIN25 explores how engineering disciplines converge to create smarter, more sustainable, and interconnected urban environments.
Event Highlights:
- Technical talks: Engage with industry professionals as they share insights, experiences, and innovative ideas shaping the future of engineering in the context of smart cities.
- Networking opportunities: Connect with like-minded individuals, forge new partnerships, and expand your professional network.
- Panel discussion: Get the chance to quiz our speakers as they sit for a thought-provoking panel discussion.
Stay tuned for updates on additional speakers and the event schedule!
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a collaborative journey shaping the future of engineering. Reserve your spot now!
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Programme
14:00 - 14:10
Welcome and opening
14:10 - 14:45
Lightning talks
14:45 - 15:15
Panel discussion
15:15 - 15:35
Break
15:35 - 16:10
Lightning talks
16:10 - 16:40
Panel discussion
16:40 - 17:10
Interactive session - Council Room
17:10 - 17:30
Closing talk - Council Room
Speakers
Jonathan Ly
Canary Wharf Group
Director of Structures
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Jonathan Ly
Jonathan is director of structures at Canary Wharf Group and is a chartered engineer, a fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers and the Institution of Structural Engineers. He has over 29 years’ experience in the construction industry and is responsible for overseeing the design and construction of Canary Wharf Group’s projects. He has been able to put his exceptional skillset gained from previously working as both structural consultant and as the principal contractor to great effect with CWG as the developer. He leads and draws out the best practice in terms of efficiency, effectiveness, buildability, and safety and have successfully delivered complex multi-phased developments.
He is passionate about sustainability and has been proactive in initiating and implementing innovative processes to help decarbonise construction and has been an advocate for open collaboration between consultants, contractors, material suppliers and other key stakeholders to take practical and proactive steps towards net zero carbon and circular economy.
Ebrahim D Akoon
Inclusive Energy Ltd
Data Scientist
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Ebrahim D Akoon
Ebrahim Dawood Akhoon is a data scientist at Inclusive Energy Ltd, with a background in physics. He works on renewable energy monitoring for IoT-connected biodigester and solar systems across the Global South. At Inclusive Energy, he applies AI and machine learning to sensor data to detect venting, faults, and inefficiencies—helping make sustainable technologies more accountable, ethical, and accessible. He is particularly interested in decentralised systems and AI ethics, and how data-driven tools can empower under-resourced communities in the transition to cleaner, smarter energy.
Dr Alex Finlayson
Rail Professional and Systems Thinker
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Dr Alex Finlayson
Dr Alex Finlayson is Rail Professional and Systems Thinker with over 30 years of global experience working at C-Suite level through to boots on the ground for infrastructure owners and operators, UK TOC's, UK ROSCO's as well as working in consultancy on behalf of the UK Department for Transport. Alex is currently working in the digital transformation space, delivering transformation in the digital railway for major programmes as well as adding to his numerous accolades by pursuing MSc in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence in his spare time.
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