Bentley Systems Spotlights AI and Digital Twins in 2026 YII Awards Finalists
Event summary
- Bentley Systems announced 36 finalists for its 2026 Year in Infrastructure (YII) Awards, selected from over 300 submissions across 53 countries.
- 24 finalists reported using AI, while 22 demonstrated strong evidence of a connected digital foundation.
- Finalists span 12 categories, including bridges, tunnels, cities, energy production, and water management.
- Finalists will present their projects at Bentley’s Year in Infrastructure event in Singapore on October 6-7, 2026.
The big picture
Bentley Systems' 2026 YII Awards finalists highlight a strategic shift towards AI and digital twins in infrastructure engineering. The awards underscore the growing importance of connected data and intelligent automation in delivering more resilient and efficient infrastructure projects. This trend aligns with broader industry movements towards digital transformation and the integration of advanced technologies in infrastructure development.
What we're watching
- AI Adoption
- The pace at which AI is being integrated into infrastructure projects, with 24 out of 36 finalists leveraging AI in some form.
- Digital Twin Growth
- Whether the strong evidence of connected digital foundations in 22 projects signals a broader industry shift towards digital twins.
- Project Outcomes
- How the innovative use of Bentley software in these projects translates into measurable improvements in infrastructure design, construction, and operation.
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