ACEP’s Conference on Resilient Urban Infrastructure to Be Held Tomorrow (13 February)

PAKISTAN

The extensive moot to focus on fire safety, compliance, and emergency readiness.

The Association of Consulting Engineers Pakistan (ACEP), in collaboration with FIDIC and several professional and academic partners, is organizing a high-level Conference on Resilient Urban Infrastructure on Friday, 13th February 2026, from 2:00 PM to 9:15 PM at the Marriott Hotel Karachi.

The conference will revolve around critical themes including building safety, regulatory compliance, emergency response, and risk management, with a special focus on fire prevention and urban protection and strengthening regulatory frameworks for emergency readiness.

This conference is being contemplated as one of the serious professional initiatives in the aftermath of the tragic Gul Plaza fire incident, where a large number of people lost their lives. The incident exposed a harsh reality of the city: thousands of buildings remain highly unsafe and ill-prepared to handle fire and other emergency situations.

The event aims to bring together policymakers, engineers, regulators, and industry stakeholders to deliberate on practical solutions to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Engr. Sharjeel Inam Memon, Minister for Information, Transport, Mass Transit, Excise, Taxation, and Narcotics Control, will grace the event as the Inaugural Session Chief Guest. Mr. Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, Provincial Minister for Local Government & Housing Town Planning, will attend as the Closing Session Chief Guest.

A wide range of collaborative partners, including professional engineering bodies, academic institutions, and industry forums, are supporting the conference. The event also carries CPD Point: 1.0 for participating professionals.

The organizers hope the conference will serve as a platform to initiate reforms, improve enforcement of building codes, and enhance coordination among departments responsible for urban safety and emergency management, aligning with the broader objectives of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). – ER

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