Find out how Sunderland is repositioning itself as a leading smart city – using digital infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and low-carbon innovation to build a resilient, future-focused economy in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.
SmartCitiesWorld’s senior editor Luke Antoniou on the launch of the new AI CityXchange, at a time where dialogue and knowledge sharing is critical between cities and their partners to use AI technology for public good.
Find out how Sunderland is repositioning itself as a leading smart city – using digital infrastructure, advanced manufacturing and low-carbon innovation to build a resilient, future-focused economy in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.
SmartCitiesWorld’s senior editor Luke Antoniou on the launch of the new AI CityXchange, at a time where dialogue and knowledge sharing is critical between cities and their partners to use AI technology for public good.
A dedicated platform and series of workshop events focused on how AI is being applied across cities from experimentation to large-scale, embedded deployment.
Sunderland is redefining the notion of a data-driven city through its sophisticated data platform, explain the leaders of the city’s 20-year public-private joint venture.
The seven new hubs have been established in communities with significant digital needs in the UK city, while five existing hubs have been strengthened.
Sunderland City Council chief executive Patrick Melia explains why smart transformation doesn’t have to be driven by scale or budget – it’s about clarity of vision, strong partnerships and community trust.
Interactive installations are helping families get active, socialise and enjoy the outdoors as well as create connected community spaces with free public wifi.
As we mark World Environment Day on 5th June 2025, it’s a timely moment to shine a light on how Sunderland is harnessing smart city innovation to power its journey to a more sustainable future.
The Digital Health Hubs are spread across the UK city of Sunderland to increase digital connectivity and IT provision in communities that need it the most.
Liz St Louis, director of smart cities and enabling services at Sunderland City Council, shares details of the real impact of its Digital Inclusion Programme, supported by Boldyn Networks.
2025 Digital Leaders Impact Awards invited the public to vote for projects that use digital technology to support communities and create meaningful change.
Sunderland City Council and North East Combined Authority recently staged an event to highlight how 5G is driving regional innovation and connectivity.
The project aims to illustrate how autonomous shuttles can better connect people to key destinations within the city while reducing environmental impact.
The locally developed app is designed to provide a portable guide to city life and is securely hosted by Boldyn Networks, Sunderland’s smart city partner.
Project aims to ensure that everyone in the city has access to the tech they need, particularly for education, employment and staying connected with loved ones.
Liz St Louis, director of smart cities and enabling services at Sunderland City Council, explains how a bold initiative, backed by £5.7m, will position the UK city at the forefront of smart event technology.
First phase of the smart cities project saw the rollout of next-generation connectivity across the UK city, laying the foundation for progress in various sectors.
Sunderland Pavilion in Keel Square will make use of advanced smart city digital infrastructure and will provide a centrepiece for Expo Sunderland in 2026.
Liz St Louis, director of smart cities and enabling services at Sunderland City Council, explores how advancements in transportation are set to revolutionise urban mobility and enhance the quality of life in cities the world over.
The Community Digital Health Hubs will provide wifi and device access and are central to Sunderland’s overarching aim of leaving no one and nowhere behind.
Patrick Melia and Liz St Louis at Sunderland City Council and Charles O’Reilly at Boldyn Networks share insights and experiences around smart city strategies.
Liz St. Louis at Sunderland City Council and David Conway at Sunderland University delve into how Sunderland has forged ahead in delivering connectivity for all.
Liz St Louis, director of smart cities at Sunderland City Council, explains how the city is leading the way in digital transformation and is determined to leave no one and nowhere behind.
Expansion is made possible through Sunderland’s smart city infrastructure, the result of a 20-year partnership between the council and BAI Communications.
The UK city has received £14m in grants to deploy the technology, which will include four zero-emission autonomous HGVs and three self-driving shuttles.
Start-ups from the first Sunderland IoT and 5G Accelerator have been awarded a total of £100,000 and benefited from the UK city’s tech partners’ expertise.
Sunderland City Council’s accelerator programme combines leading-edge infrastructure with IoT domain expertise and guidance from internationally renowned organisations.
The city council will work with Bai Communications and the University of Sunderland to deploy advanced wireless technologies across the campuses, creating a 5G test lab.
Sunderland City Council is working with communications infrastructure provider Bai Communications and Sunderland Software City to deliver a six-week programme which will culminate in a showcase event.
The council will use the ConnexinOS platform to pool data sets across adult social care, council tax, anti-social behaviour, environment incidents and health and child services as well as integrate third party data.
