Nemetschek Group, a global leader in Construction AI, has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and Singapore Polytechnic (SP) to enhance AI and digital delivery capabilities in Singapore’s built environment education. This initiative comes as the sector prepares for the mandatory adoption of the CORENET X platform from 1 October 2026, which will require coordinated 3D Building Information Modelling (BIM) for all new projects.
The partnerships aim to address the skills gap in the industry by embedding AI-assisted compliance and digital workflows into educational programmes. Jonathan Ng, Managing Director for Southeast Asia at Nemetschek Group, emphasised the importance of equipping students and professionals with the necessary skills to meet the evolving demands of the industry. “Transforming the built environment will take industry, government and education moving together,” he stated.
The five-year MOU with ITE will focus on digital innovation and applied learning, providing students and staff with access to Nemetschek’s software and resources. Alvin Goh, Principal of ITE College East, highlighted the importance of preparing students for a digital future, stating that the partnership will offer “industry-relevant tools and learning opportunities.”
Meanwhile, the three-year agreement with SP will cover curriculum development and offer student internships and industry attachment opportunities. Dr Faris Akbar Hajamaideen, Director of SP’s School of Architecture & the Built Environment, noted the need for education to evolve with industry trends, particularly in model-based and data-driven workflows.
These collaborations follow Nemetschek’s previous partnership with Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, aimed at advancing AI research for sustainable construction solutions.
