The article 'The Present and Future of Smart Construction Technologies', authored by Mirosław J. Skibniewski, examines the progress of smart construction as a driving force in the sector’s transformation, powered by technologies such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). These tools, integrated within the framework of Construction 4.0, are redefining productivity, operational efficiency, and on-site safety, signalling the dawn of a new digital era in the industry.

Looking ahead, the concept of Construction 5.0 is emerging, expanding technological goals to encompass social and environmental objectives. This new paradigm aims to create more resilient, sustainable infrastructure focused on human well-being, in the face of climate change and increasingly frequent natural disasters. The key to progress lies in overcoming adoption barriers through strategic investment, specialised training, and cross-sector collaboration.