Imagine a world where the structures we build do more than just span physical gaps, they act as the vital pulse of a global innovation network. This year, the NTU Bridge Design Competition 2026 invites you to the Jurong Innovation District (JID), a premier 'living lab' and Singapore’s heartbeat for advanced manufacturing located right next to our campus at Nanyang Technological University. Our theme, 'Bridging the Gap: Urban Connectivity and Industrial Resilience,' represents the critical intersection where academic research meets real-world industrial application. As a vital lifeline for the district’s next phase of development, this challenge tasks the next generation of engineers with designing high-elevation infrastructure that facilitates the seamless flow of goods and ideas while preserving Singapore’s unique tropical green corridors. By participating, you are not just solving a structural puzzle; you are contributing to a vision of a resilient, sustainable, and interconnected future that begins here at NTU and extends to the global stage.

We invite all aspiring engineers and innovators from around the world to join us in this mission. Step into the heart of Singapore’s growth corridor, showcase your technical expertise, and help us redefine the limits of structural resilience. We look forward to seeing your visionary designs at NTU BDC 2026!