Civil National Expo 2026: Mr. Anwar Susanto as Speaker

On May 23, 2026, the Civil National Expo 2026 was held at Tarumanagara University as one of the prestigious academic and competition events that brought together civil engineering students from various universities. The event was conducted with great enthusiasm and became a platform for participants to showcase their skills, creativity, and innovation in the field of civil engineering. By presenting various educational and competitive activities, the Civil National Expo successfully created an inspiring atmosphere while strengthening relationships among students in the construction and infrastructure sector

Various exciting competitions were held to enliven the event, including the Project Cost Estimation Competition, Transportation Analysis Competition, Geotechnical Analysis Competition, and several other contests related to civil engineering. Each competition was designed to test the participants’ ability to apply the theories they had learned in university to case studies that closely resembled real-world conditions. Through these competitions, students gained valuable experience while broadening their understanding of the practical implementation of civil engineering knowledge.

In addition to the competitions, the Civil National Expo 2026 also featured seminars presented by experienced practitioners and academics. One of the invited speakers was Mr. Anwar Susanto, who delivered a seminar entitled “Introduction to GFRP as a Replacement for Flexural Reinforcement in Slabs.” In his presentation, he explained the development of GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) materials as an alternative to conventional reinforcement, highlighting several advantages such as corrosion resistance, lighter weight, and potential efficiency in modern construction applications.

The material presented by Mr. Anwar Susanto received significant attention from the seminar participants because it discussed innovative construction materials that are increasingly being implemented in many countries. His explanation regarding the characteristics, application methods, and challenges of using GFRP provided new insights for students into the development of more modern and sustainable construction technologies. The interactive discussion session throughout the seminar also reflected the participants’ strong interest in innovations related to structural engineering and construction materials.

Overall, the Civil National Expo 2026 became an event that not only provided competitive experiences for students but also expanded their academic and professional knowledge in the field of civil engineering. Through the series of competitions and seminars held, participants had the opportunity to learn, innovate, and build connections with students and practitioners from various institutions. It is hoped that activities like this will continue to be organized as a positive platform to create a generation of young people who are competent, creative, and ready to face the challenges of the construction industry in the future.