Future Cities Conference 2026 (FCC26)
The inaugural event kicked off with incredible energy this morning at Sunway University. The day began with a bustling Registration, as researchers, urban planners, and tech innovators from across the globe gathered to connect and collaborate.
The official proceedings were started by an inspiring Welcoming Remarks by Professor Sibrand Poppema (President, Sunway University), who set a visionary tone for the days ahead. The participants also witnessed a stunning, voice-activated opening video ceremony that perfectly captured the futuristic spirit of the event.
Key highlights from today’s main stage included:
- Opening Plenary Address: A compelling session on "How Can Global Partnerships Turn Urban Challenges into Innovation and Impact," delivered by Professor Kirk T. Semple (Lancaster University) and Prof. Ir. Rosdiadee Nordin (Sunway University).
- Dynamic Forum: An expert panel discussion on "Designing Cities for People and Planet: The Next Frontier of Urban Innovation," which sparked vital conversations about the intersection of human-centric design and environmental sustainability.
The momentum continued into the afternoon as attendees broke out into parallel session presentations, diving deep into the latest research across FCC26’s four main academic tracks.
With two more exciting days of groundbreaking paper presentations, hands-on tutorials, and specialized workshops still to come, the journey from Living Lab to Urban Impact has only just begun.
