July was a highly active month for CSI Bangkok, filled with international collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and active participation at two major events.
From International Engineering Expo and the Seismic Performance of Building Model Contest to university visits, webinar growth, and conference talks, the month reflected CSI Bangkok’s ongoing commitment to advancing structural engineering through education, collaborations, and engagement with both academic and professional communities.
Here are the July 2025 highlights and recap.
Dr. Naveed Anwar Speaks at Two Forums in Sri Lanka
In July 2025, Dr. Naveed Anwar, CEO of CSI Bangkok, was invited to speak at two notable events in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
On July 8, Dr. Anwar delivered a keynote presentation at the gapTalk series hosted by gapHQ, focusing on the role of Artificial Intelligence in structural engineering. His session highlighted practical applications of AI to improve design efficiency, analytical accuracy, and overall engineering performance.
The vey next day on July 9, Dr. Naveed also participated as a panelist in the Incredible Livable Cities Forum at the Cinnamon Life Hotel. Hosted by Melwa Conglomerate, the forum addressed strategies for creating sustainable, resilient, and people-focused urban environments, with perspectives from architecture, engineering, and urban planning.
These collaborative engagements reflect CSI Bangkok’s active role in sharing knowledge expertise and technological innovations that will hopefully improve and shape the future of structural engineering.
International Engineering Expo 2025
From July 23 to July 25, CSI Bangkok participated in the International Engineering Expo 2025, which commenced with a formal opening ceremony presided over by Major General Bundit Malaiarisoon, representing His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn.
Major General Bundit Malaiarisoon is a President of Thai Korean War Veterans Association under Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King and serves as a royal representative in official capacities.
Major General Bundit Malaiarisoon presented Dr. Naveed Anwar with a sponsor award and formal recognition during the opening ceremony of the Engineering Expo 2025.
Following the ceremony, Major General Bundit Malaiarisoon visited the exhibition area, including the CSI Bangkok booth. The CSI Bangkok team was honored by his visit.
About the Engineering Expo
The International Engineering Expo was held on 23-25 July at The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, Thailand. It was organized in collaboration with the Engineering Institute of Thailand and the NCC.
The expo featured booths from major organizations, including PTT, SCG, EXAT, the Metropolitan Electricity Authority of Thailand, Sino-Thai Engineering, AEC, and many more.
For CSI Bangkok to be among these sponsoring companies was a meaningful opportunity to present the work alongside key players in Thailand’s infrastructure and engineering sectors.
There were also more than 200 companies and organizations at the exhibition, attracting 1,000s of local and international visitors each day.
Several royal, government, and academic leaders from Thailand visited the booths to explore and assess the latest advancements in engineering innovation.
CSI Bangkok Booth
CSI Bangkok’s exhibit drew visits from senior officials representing government bodies, the police and military, and leading Thai corporations. They were introduced to the team’s initiatives in structural engineering software, academic-industry collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.
There was notable interest from professionals, some of whom were keen to explore software applications, while others focused on learning more about CSI Bangkok’s role as a regional knowledge hub.
Other than the professional engagement, CSI Bangkok’s booth featured a Vertical Build Test Challenge, which attracted participation from over 100 students and professional visitors.
The highest structure completed in 60 seconds measured 44 cm by Mr. Apiruk Keattapattarachai, followed closely by Ms. Su Lae Yee Zaw at 40 cm. Souvenirs and prizes were given as a token of appreciation for their efforts.
Overall, the expo was a successful event with plenty of potential collaboration and learning opportunities.
Conference Talks
In addition to the exhibits, the expo even had breakout seminars that featured keynote speeches and panel discussions from Thailand’s top engineering experts. Among them, Dr. Naveed Anwar and Dr. Pramin Norachan were invited as technical speakers at the conference.
They delivered inspiring talks on structural safety, engineering technology, and academic-industry collaboration to over 40 students and professionals.
Seismic Performance of Building Model Contest 3.0
On July 29, Structural Engineering Forum (SEF) and the School of Engineering and Technology (SET) organized the 3rd edition of the Seismic Performance of Building Model Contest, which was held at AIT.
This competitive event is the brainchild of Mr. Binay Karna, a highly accomplished PhD student in structural engineering.
Over the years, CSI Bangkok has been one of the official sponsors of the event.
Participation and the competition
More than 80 students from seven countries (Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Nepal, India, and Pakistan) took part in the international competition.
The goal of the challenge: to design and build balsa wood models and test their structural integrity on a seismic shake table that simulated real earthquake conditions.
25 teams registered for the contest with just over half (16) battling it out in the final round.
It was a challenging and competitive contest that not only tested the participants’ knowledge, creativity, and determination but also demonstrated their ability to apply engineering principles under pressure in a realistic, hands-on setting.
Each team was mentored by a postgraduate student from AIT, which created a learning and collaborative environment for all.
The competition was fierce and intense but also a huge learning experience. Participating students expressed their excitement throughout the event.
Awards and Recognition
In the end, only one team could claim the top prize. PICE-Davao, representing the Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, earned the top honor with their model, which successfully withstood both the applied loads and seismic conditions.
The most innovative idea also received recognition and an award. Sponsored by Kanazawa University, Japan, this award went to a team from King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL), Thailand.
Dr. Naveed Anwar attended the event as a special guest speaker and observer, while also lending his support and inspiration to the teams.
“This event is expanding rapidly and has become one-of-a-kind. CSI strongly supports such initiatives that help students see real-world engineering in action,” he noted.
After the event, Dr. Naveed presented the prizes and awards to the winning team, PICE-Davao at the CSI Bangkok office.
The seismic challenge proved to be an invaluable learning experience and a highly rewarding opportunity for everyone involved.
International Faculty Visit
On 31 July, CSI Bangkok hosted eight faculty members from institutions in Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, India, and Thailand.
Dr. Naveed Anwar welcomed the group and thanked them for their involvement in the competition. He shared CSI Bangkok’s ongoing support for student learning and highlighted available resources such as software licenses and study tools for universities.
The visit focused on discussing upcoming initiatives and possible areas for collaboration in education and research.
Members from the international faculties thanked the CSI Bangkok team for the warm welcome and support.
After the meeting, visitors toured the office and joined lunch at the AITCC Conference Center where everyone engaged in a mix of professional, academic, and casual discussions.
Webinar Participation
CSI Bangkok’s global webinar series continues to draw strong interest in structural engineering and software tools, with thousands of registrations from participants across 114 countries.
The top five countries by registration are from India, the Philippines, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Thailand, with notable growth in interest from Nepal, the UAE, and Indonesia.
So far, CSI Bangkok has delivered seven highly technical webinars, covering key areas such as structural analysis, seismic design and retrofit, performance-based engineering, wind and seismic response, and practical design workflows using CSI software tools.
With a growing professional community and strong interest in its webinars, CSI Bangkok will continue to provide high-quality presentations and educational resources to support learning and skills development.
Following July’s activities, the team at CSI Bangkok will expand outreach with academic partners, students, and industry professionals.
These efforts reflect an ongoing commitment to advancing structural engineering through meaningful collaboration, practical education, professional development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
