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Kiwi Edition · 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Smart Cities

A curated Kiwi edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Smart Cities.

What to know about Smart Cities

Smart Cities are transforming urban living by integrating technology and data-driven solutions to improve transportation, safety, sustainability, and overall quality of life. This field encompasses a wide range of innovations such as IoT networks, intelligent lighting, data platforms, and AI-driven analytics that work together to make cities more efficient and responsive to the needs of their residents.

Exploring the stories tagged with 'Smart Cities' reveals the dynamic collaborations between technology firms, governments, and communities aiming to develop connected, secure, and sustainable urban environments. From advancements in transport technology and smart utilities to the deployment of digital twins and AI-enhanced public safety systems, readers can gain insight into the challenges and opportunities of modern urban development across various regions.

Whether interested in the technological infrastructure like 5G, IoT devices, or data centers, or the social implications such as citizen trust, privacy, and inclusion, the smart cities topic offers a comprehensive look at how innovation is reshaping our urban future. Delve into the collection to understand the trends, initiatives, and expertise driving smarter, more resilient cities worldwide.

Kiwi Smart Cities News

Regional stories with direct local relevance

Analyst Insights

Research and market analysis connected to Smart Cities

Expert Columns

Interviews

Interviews and video coverage from the network

Recent Smart Cities News

RISE 2026 (Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo) in Dubai
Sustainability

RISE 2026 (Global Real Estate Investment Summit & Expo) in Dubai

Dubai will host 10,000-plus delegates and 250 investors at RISE Global, a summit aimed at linking capital with real estate and infrastructure projects.

Sun, 22nd Feb 2026

Auckland, Northland most at risk in NZ resilience index
Māori

Auckland, Northland most at risk in NZ resilience index

Auckland and Northland top a new index of New Zealand's most fragile infrastructure, as experts urge maintenance-first spending on resilience.

Fri, 20th Feb 2026

Exclusive: Sustainability expert warns NZ must reassess data centre water use
Sustainability

Exclusive: Sustainability expert warns NZ must reassess data centre water use

New Zealand risks long-term water and power strain from AI data centres unless regulators toughen scrutiny of their resource footprint.

Fri, 13th Feb 2026

Buckle up, relax and and enjoy the ride
Electric vehicles

Buckle up, relax and and enjoy the ride

By 2040, autonomous fleets could cut rush-hour stress and reshape cities, but public trust and infrastructure still need work.

Mon, 2nd Feb 2026

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost smart grid monitoring globally
Cartech

NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost smart grid monitoring globally

NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot, enhancing its global IoT platform to boost smart grid monitoring for utilities amid rising digitalisation demands.

Fri, 14th Nov 2025

Cities reinvented: building urban resilience through Electricity 4.0
Sustainability

Cities reinvented: building urban resilience through Electricity 4.0

Rising grid strain and climate shocks are forcing Australia and New Zealand to speed up electrified, digital infrastructure for safer, cleaner cities.

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025

Watercare uses edge intelligence for smarter sewer monitoring in Auckland
Edge Computing

Watercare uses edge intelligence for smarter sewer monitoring in Auckland

Watercare is installing 5,000 intelligent sewer monitors in Auckland, using edge computing to detect blockages rapidly and reduce environmental risks.

Mon, 11th Aug 2025

Oman Design & Build Week 2025 in the Middle East
Sustainability

Oman Design & Build Week 2025 in the Middle East

Developers and buyers will gather in Muscat for a three-day construction, design and property event at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Sun, 16th Feb 2025

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city
Cities

Inclusiveness in an AI driven city

Auckland and Wellington are among Asia-Pacific’s most inclusive cities, with social equity seen as a driver of talent, growth and investment.

Wed, 12th Feb 2025

JAPAN BUILD 2024 Expands International Presence for its 9 th Tokyo Edition
Digital Transformation

JAPAN BUILD 2024 Expands International Presence for its 9 th Tokyo Edition

More than 560 exhibitors from around the world will help draw 34,443 visitors to Tokyo Big Sight, signalling stronger global demand for building tech.

Mon, 9th Dec 2024

2025 Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology
Event

2025 Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology

More than 200,000 professionals are expected to attend the June event in Guangzhou, where exhibitors will showcase smart building and power systems.

Thu, 7th Nov 2024

Milestone Systems aims for NZD $15 million NZ market growth by 2025
Distributors

Milestone Systems aims for NZD $15 million NZ market growth by 2025

Milestone Systems targets NZD $15 million growth in New Zealand by 2025, emphasising the power of video technology beyond traditional security at its Wellington event.

Wed, 25th Sep 2024

What recent moves in AI mean for infrastructure
Artificial Intelligence

What recent moves in AI mean for infrastructure

Greater investment is needed if AI is to cut costs, speed delivery and ease labour shortages across infrastructure projects.

Wed, 11th Sep 2024

A look at Sydney’s new metro
Transport

A look at Sydney’s new metro

Commuters gain faster links under Sydney Harbour, with 445 daily services expected to move more than 264,000 passengers on the new line.

Mon, 19th Aug 2024

SITCE 2024: The leading public transport event in the Asia Pacific region
Sustainability

SITCE 2024: The leading public transport event in the Asia Pacific region

Urban transport leaders will gather in Singapore to debate sustainability, accessibility and smart technology at SITCE 2024.

Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Advancing New Zealand's AI landscape with micro data centres
Health Technologies

Advancing New Zealand's AI landscape with micro data centres

New Zealand's AI infrastructure is evolving with micro data centres, which enhance cloud services, reduce latency, and improve network connectivity.

Fri, 12th Jul 2024

GEBT 2024 builds solid foundations for business opportunities in smart spaces
Sustainability

GEBT 2024 builds solid foundations for business opportunities in smart spaces

Record overseas buyer interest at Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology 2024 signalled growing demand for smart spaces and home automation.

Wed, 24th Apr 2024

Attend Smart Nation Expo 2024 in Malaysia this November
Robotics

Attend Smart Nation Expo 2024 in Malaysia this November

Businesses will gather in Kuala Lumpur this November as the expo spotlights 5G, smart cities, electric mobility and precision farming.

Wed, 17th Apr 2024

How are cities responding to extreme weather?
Cities

How are cities responding to extreme weather?

Cities are moving to protect residents and assets as heatwaves, floods and storms intensify, with four in five now facing climate hazards.

Sun, 10th Dec 2023

How can AI optimise waste sorting and recycling?
Waste Management

How can AI optimise waste sorting and recycling?

Deep learning could recover hard-to-detect materials, lift recyclate quality and cut landfill use as Europe tightens recycled-content rules.

Fri, 6th Oct 2023