# Megaprojects: Building the Impossible? Lecture

- Dates: 6 October 2026
- Location: Vrijhof, Enschede, Netherlands
- Organiser: Privacy & Cookies Last update 7 Apr
- Industry: PropTech & Construction

## About

A Studium Generale lecture titled “Megaprojects: Building the Impossible?” discusses why megaprojects like the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and high-speed rail can face risks, delays, and costs, and what lessons can be learned. The lecture is presented by Dr. Mazen Wahbeh, a structural and civil engineer, and is free for visitors with no reservations required.

## Official links

- [Official website](https://www.utwente.nl/en/sg/programme/2026/10/997625/megaprojects-building-the-impossible)

## Topics

- Building & Construction

## Speakers

- Dr. Mazen Wahbeh, structural and civil engineer

## Where to stay

- **U Parkhotel**: 170 m from the venue, 8 De Veldmaat, Enschede, 7522NM
  - [Hotel website](https://www.uparkhotel.nl)
  - Phone: +31 53 480 2666
- **Fletcher**: 770 m from the venue
  - [Hotel website](https://www.fletcherhotelenschede.nl/nl/)

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