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The Landz’ Estates is the most ambitious real estate NFT project to date.

Published

3 years ago

July 26, 2022

As an NFT Collection composed of 5,000 unique Mansions, 1,500 unique Museums, and 500 unique Headquarters, it is one of a kind. The NFTs were designed by the Metaverses’ top Architects in collaboration with thought leaders in the NFT space, with insights from real life architects and space designers to give it a luxury touch and a feeling of reality. Each property is a work of art that comes with unique features and amenities. The estates can be deployed over Decentraland and The Sandbox, with more partner Metaverses to be announced in the future.

Landz consists of two distinctive aspects: the Estates NFT Collection, and the Landz software. The Estates Collection allows users to mint Mansions, Museums, or Headquarters. Each Estate has its own unique set of features and utility. The software, however, is the crux of the project. Each NFT holder will receive a key after the mint. This key will grant access to the Landz software, allowing users to personalize and deploy their NFT in the Metaverse of their choosing, with Decentraland and The Sandbox being supported immediately after launch.

“As the icing on the cake, Landz will allow users to personalize and configure their estates.” – Benjamin Jarmonn Co-Founder @ Landz.io

Landz has stated that solving the interoperable piece of the puzzle is only the first step on their utility journey. Landz will also allow users to personalize and configure their estates. Although key aspects of the Estates project are generative, Landz will give users the freedom to make each experience their own, giving them the possibility of uploading their NFTs in dedicated displays. As the icing on the cake, users will be able to sign the asset with their name, brand, or any wording of their choosing. As this article is being written, Landz is finalizing a partnership with Spatial.io. The Landz-Spatial partnership will grant each Estates NFT holder complete use of Spatial’s video conferencing technology using their own Landz Estates NFT as a virtual background. For example, if you own a Landz Mansion or Museum and plan to host a virtual gathering, your users could communicate with each other in real-time via Spatial’s communication technology. It doesn’t end there; Headquarters owners can also host meetings, share their screens, and collaborate in real-time.

“On top of its intrinsic artistic value, scarcity, and interoperable features, the Estate NFTs also come with a membership in the Landz’ Club.” – Nathan Cohen, Co-Founder @ Landz.io

On top of its intrinsic artistic value, scarcity, and interoperable features, the Estate NFTs also come with a complimentary membership in the Landz’ Club. Like any club, it allows access to community events with DJs, speakers, a community chat, with a promise for more metaverse-related experiences. Where Landz’ Club differs, is with its hosting program: Club members can use Club-owned prime land in several partner Metaverses to deploy their assets and host events. Event coordination and related services are offered by exclusive partners in Landz’s platform. A scheduling tool allows NFT owners to book land weeks in advance, rent land from other members monthly, or even use the Landz’ Country Club for major events. But that’s not all; Club members are entitled to airdrops catered to the virtual real estate community from various partners and, automatically get whitelisted for future real Estate NFT releases. As a member of the Landz Club, you can further opt-in for several gaming experiences to host on your Estate and participate in ways to monetize your asset.

Landz is your way to express your multiverse identity, host parties, or partake in a growing virtual real estate community. All for a fraction of the price it would cost to develop such a structure while using syndicated land and resources to enjoy it better.

“Landz is your way to express your multiverse identity, host parties, or partake in a growing virtual real estate community.” – Nick Leger (Ligero), Strategic Adviser @ Landz.io

As a brand, this is your way to exhibit your digital products in a museum-like Gallery. As a company, it is a way to convey your corporate messages and culture to the world and gather your employees in your Metaverse HQs.

“You don’t even need to own land to enjoy your asset: with the Landz Club, you can fully experience the ‘carry & deploy’ benefits of owning a virtual asset in the Metaverse.”- Jonathan Bouchard (Homerun), Marketing Adviser @ Landz.io

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Mega Construction Projects That Relied on Advanced Crane Technology

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2 weeks ago

February 21, 2025

Matthew Wiles

When it comes to large-scale construction projects, the right equipment can make all the difference. From towering skyscrapers to massive bridges and complex infrastructure developments, cranes play a crucial role in lifting, transporting, and positioning heavy materials with precision and efficiency. As technology has advanced, so too has crane engineering, allowing for safer and more ambitious builds. In the points below, we take a closer look at some of the world’s most impressive mega construction projects that relied on cutting-edge crane technology to bring them to life.

Burj Khalifa – Dubai, UAE

Standing at a staggering 828 metres, the Burj Khalifa remains the tallest building in the world. Constructing such a colossal structure required cranes that could operate at extreme heights. Specialised luffing-jib tower cranes were employed to lift materials hundreds of metres into the air, battling high winds and desert heat. These cranes were anchored to the structure itself as it rose, ensuring stability and precision throughout the build.

Sydney Metro – Australia

As Australia’s largest public transport infrastructure project, the Sydney Metro has transformed the way people move around the city. The project required massive tunnel boring machines (TBMs) to carve underground routes, but just as critical were the cranes used to transport and position enormous precast concrete segments. Mobile and crawler cranes with advanced hydraulic systems played a key role in assembling stations and track infrastructure with minimal disruption to existing road networks.

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge – China

This engineering marvel, stretching 55 kilometres across the Pearl River Delta, is one of the longest sea crossings ever built. Given its scale, floating cranes with immense lifting capacity were used to position pre-fabricated bridge sections. Some of these cranes had lifting capabilities exceeding 3000 tonnes, demonstrating the sheer power and precision required for such a complex marine project.

The Panama Canal Expansion – Panama

The expansion of the Panama Canal was one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in recent history, involving the construction of massive new lock chambers. Gigantic gantry cranes were used to install the enormous steel lock gates, some weighing over 3000 tonnes. These cranes had to operate with pinpoint accuracy to ensure the seamless functioning of the canal’s new locks, allowing for the passage of larger vessels.

Hinkley Point C Nuclear Power Station – UK

The construction of this next-generation nuclear power plant has required some of the world’s most advanced heavy-lift cranes. The site features one of the largest land-based cranes in the world, capable of lifting reactor components that weigh hundreds of tonnes. These high-tech cranes have been crucial in ensuring the safe and efficient assembly of the plant’s intricate infrastructure.

The Role of Advanced Crane Technology in Modern Construction

Each of these projects would have been impossible without the evolution of crane technology. Innovations such as digital load monitoring, autonomous operation, and enhanced safety systems have allowed cranes to handle heavier loads with greater precision than ever before. For companies tackling complex construction projects, working with an experienced crane hire provider is essential. Businesses like Sventek Cranes offer cutting-edge crane solutions, ensuring that even the most ambitious projects can be completed safely and efficiently.

Mega construction projects continue to push the limits of engineering and design, and advanced crane technology remains at the heart of these achievements

Whether it’s lifting components for a record-breaking skyscraper or positioning bridge segments over open water, cranes will always be an integral part of building the world’s most remarkable structures. By leveraging state-of-the-art crane systems, today’s construction industry is making the impossible possible – one lift at a time.